Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
DIRECTV launches new ad spots with Saquon Barkley, Adamari López
The new spots promote DIRECTV as an all-in-one service for live TV channels, streaming subscriptions, sports highlights and real-time scores.
Sinclair seeks FCC approval to acquire CW Network affiliate in Michigan
The move is the first by Sinclair since the FCC voted to eliminate the broadcast ownership cap last week.
Charter, Optimum restore regional news pact
The deal will restore Spectrum News NY1 to Optimum TV customers and News 12 to Spectrum TV customers in the New York metropolitan area in September.
Philo brings full Discovery Plus catalog into app for bundled subscribers
The move allows Philo streamers to watch content from Discovery Plus without needing a separate app; a commercial-free upgrade is also available.
Gracenote to help improve search, ad opportunities across Tubi, Fox One
Tubi Media Group will use Gracenote’s tools to improve search, discovery and recommendations across its streaming properties.
Newsmax preps lawsuit over FCC broadcast TV ownership vote
In an interview with The Desk on Tuesday, Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy reaffirmed his commitment to litigation and said FCC Chairman Brendan Carr was "not good for conservatives."
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KDKA is next CBS-owned station to debut augmented-virtual reality studio
KDKA, known as CBS Pittsburgh, is the 13th CBS station to integrate AR/VR technology into its newsroom operations.
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Low-power TV advocates want voluntary transmission to 5G broadcast standard
The petition asks the FCC to amend one of its rules so low-power TV transmitters can use 5G broadcast instead of NextGen TV signals.
California AG Bonta accuses Paramount’s Ellison of “blackmail” over lawsuit
The lawsuit, brought by California and other state attorneys general, seeks to block Paramount’s proposed merger with Warner Bros Discovery.
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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