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Technology

Articles involving technology companies, hardware, software and industry trends.

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Disney to phase out Hulu as standalone streaming app

After nearly two decades, Hulu's time as a standalone, entertainment-focused streaming app is coming to an end.

Search.com places content tiles in the top row, incentivizing searchers to click through to other websites and apps. (Composite graphic by The Desk)

Ad.com acquires Public Good, lauches Search.com

Ad.com has acquired Public Good as part of its development of a new search engine that will incentivize online users, advertisers and publishers alike.

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Roku unveils ad-free streaming service Howdy

Roku is breaking into the world of premium streaming with the launch of a new app called "Howdy."

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Fox earns $3.3 billion in revenue during fiscal Q4

Fox posted $3.29 billion in fiscal fourth quarter revenue, driven primarily by higher ad uptake against Tubi.

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Fox One to launch August 21 for $20 per month

Fox Corporation will launch its blockbuster Fox One streaming service on August 21 for $20 per month or $200 per year.

José Molina. (Courtesy photo)

Canela Media hires José Molina to serve as Chief Financial Officer

Canela Media has appointed José Molina as CFO, tapping the veteran Hispanic media executive to help drive financial strategy amid rapid growth in streaming and advertiser data solutions.

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Cindy Holland to take over Paramount Streaming from Tom Ryan

Tom Ryan is stepping down as CEO of Paramount Streaming as Skydance finalizes its merger. Cindy Holland, former Netflix exec, will lead Paramount Plus and Pluto TV in the new structure under David Ellison’s leadership.

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Scripps hires Sandy Padula to lead research, consumer insights

Scripps has hired Sandy Padula to serve in the role of Vice President and Head of Enterprise Research and Consumer Insights, starting immediately.

Britbox offers a wide variety of shows from the BBC, ITV and other content partners. (Courtesy image)

HBO Max offers sampling of Britbox comedies, dramas

HBO Max is adding a sampling of Britbox comedies and dramas as part of a limited-run promotion of the British streaming service.

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Frndly TV becomes default app on new Roku devices

Frndly TV now comes pre-installed on new Roku devices and is integrated into Roku's Live TV guide, boosting its visibility to users.

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Trump Media increases revenue, but losses widen during Q2

The company saw $2.3 million in positive cash flow, but logged a $20 million loss primarily related to legal expenses and other matters.

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A satellite antenna used by Dish Network. (Photo by Ryan Finnie via Wikimedia Commons)

Echostar continues to lose Dish, Sling TV subscribers during Q2

The company saw positive signs in ARPU and churn rates associated with its pay TV business.

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