Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Disney laying off hundreds of workers globally
The Walt Disney Company is moving forward with layoffs that will impact hundreds of workers across its business.
Byron Allen selling local TV stations to pay down debt
Byron Allen has taken significant steps to sell off his local TV stations, according to multiple sources. The move would help him pay down certain debt.
Hub: Prime Video Channels drives streaming loyalty
Streamers who pay for one or more subscription through Prime Video Channels report streaming as "essential" or "very important," according to a new report.
Ampere: Young streamers are more-likely to cancel services
Costs are cited among the numerous factors that convince 18-to-34 year old consumers to drop a subscription video service.
Fox renews local TV measurement deal with Nielsen
Fox Television Stations has renewed its measurement agreement with Nielsen that allows the broadcaster to continue using Nielsen’s Big Data + Panel product to evaluate its traditional and connected TV audiences.
Nexstar pulls back on DEI initiatives amid FCC lobbying
The broadcaster removed references to its diversity, equity and inclusiveness programs from its website and social media profiles.
Fired sales manager sues Nexstar over DEI policies
The largest local TV broadcaster in the country deleted information about its diversity policies from its websites within the past year.
Documents outline deal between Voice of America, One America News
The agency's senior advisor Kari Lake endorsed a non-binding contract with OAN parent Herring Networks earlier this month, according to documents obtained by The Desk.
Newsmax renews agreement with Verizon Fios TV
Newsmax has renewed its distribution agreement with Verizon that will keep its cable news channel on Fios TV for a few more years.
Fubo, Magnite partner on programmatic pause ads
Fubo has partnered with Magnite to offer the first pause ads on connected TV (CTV) sold via a programmatic biddable environment.
Parks: Shoppable ads increasing in popularity among streamers
Most U.S. households are exposed to ads through streaming video platforms, and many streamers are buying things through interactive formats.
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Gracenote: Live sports fueled SVOD content growth in Q2
Four of the five largest streaming services measured by Gracenote increased their live sports offerings during Q2.