Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Comcast restores NFL Network, NFL RedZone to Xfinity TV
Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, and it wasn't clear if Comcast will move the NFL Network to a lower-priced package.
Nexstar ends use of CBS NewsPath video, probes dropping ABC NewsOne next
Producers at dozens of Nexstar's CBS affiliates are now incorporating NewsNation packages into their local newscasts.
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Lawyers for man accused of stealing Fox News clips ask for government’s appeal to be dismissed
Legal defense attorneys for former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke say federal prosecutors have taken too long to secure necessary approvals to move forward with their appeal on dismissed charges.
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Judge pauses fines against ex-Fox reporter Catherine Herridge during review
The judge ordered payments made by Herridge to be returned to her while the order is in force.
Optimum revenue falls 6 percent as broadband losses continue
Optimum continued to face pressure in its traditional pay television and broadband businesses; the company's CEO said expanding fiber will help it address certain financial woes.
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Gray Media revenue rises 9 percent as political advertising surges during Q2
The company's earnings were boosted by stronger political advertising spend and the onboarding of new TV stations that contributed to its Q2 earnings in a meaningful way.
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Fox-owned Tubi grows to 110 million monthly active users
Premium programming and some live sports telecasts generated higher interest in Tubi over the past year.
Nielsen to acquire DoubleVerify for $2.15 billion
DoubleVerify will become a privately held company under Nielsen but will continue to operate under its existing name and brand.
Scripps says disputes with Comcast, DIRECTV hurt Q2 revenue
In a statement to investors, Scripps CEO Adam Symson asked for patience while the company continues to execute on a turnaround plan rooted in station deals, sports and automated production.
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Roku sees sharp increase in Q2 revenue on healthy advertising, subscription sales
The company saw strong advertising and subscription spending during the FIFA World Cup tournament and other events during Q2.
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Judge says Nexstar can’t appoint its executives to TEGNA’s Board of Directors
The order says current and former Nexstar officers, employees, directors, consultants and other affiliated personnel are prohibited from serving on TEGNA’s board.
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Fox fiscal Q4 revenue juiced by World Cup interest, Tubi viewership
Separately, Fox executives said they will not be renegotiating their existing broadcast rights deal with the National Football League anytime soon.
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