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Netflix tests AI-powered content discovery on smart TVs
The feature allows viewers to browse recommendations based on moods, viewing preferences, available time and other themes.
Sky Sports expands low-latency technology to all channels
Comcast first introduced its Real Time low-latency feeds over the summer during the World Cup; now, the tech is expanding to all Sky Sports-branded channels.
Scientology group buys TV station in Florida
The deal involves the acquisition of a broadcast TV station in the same area where the church has its international business headquarters.
Gray Media posts profitable Q3 on higher political ad revenue
Gray expects full-year political advertising revenue between $630 million and $640 million, exceeding its previous annual record.
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Fox made commitments to Justice Department to get Roku deal approved
The media giant agreed to keep certain data-related firewalls and third-party content on Roku's platform for at least 36 months.
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RTÉ, Sky among media outlets impacted by bomb threats
The Irish public service broadcaster was one of several media outlets targeted by hoax bomb threats on Friday, one day after numerous airliners received similar warnings.
Kinetiq: Republicans outspent Democrats in 2026 midterm advertising
Republicans spent $2.95 billion on general-election advertising tracked by Kinetiq, compared with $2.59 billion for Democrats.
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Fox Corporation completes $22 billion acquisition of Roku
Roku founder Anthony Wood joins Fox's board and becomes Co-Chair of Fox Digital Platforms alongside Paul Cheesbrough, who will serve as the division's CEO.
Scripps sees profitable Q3 following political ad surge
Political advertising revenue reached $82.6 million during the quarter; at the same time, Scripps laid off 20 percent of its workforce.
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Lionsgate narrows loss to $15.5 million during fiscal Q2
The studio reported operating income of $29.1 million, reversing a $46 million operating loss during the prior-year quarter.
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Xperi revenue rises during Q3 as TiVo advertising business grows
TiVo One reached 6.8 million monthly active users, an increase of 40 percent from a year earlier, the company said.
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NBC Universal’s Bravo joins Philo streaming service
Bravo is available as a live channel today, with on-demand programming expected to follow.