Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Plex teases totally-reworked apps with new user interface
The new interface is rolling out in beta to mobile phones, ahead of a broader launch in early 2025.
Swerve Combat, others added to MyFree DirecTV
Fans of combat sports have a new channel to watch on the free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) platform MyFree DirecTV.
Former editor who leaked Fox News clips gets June trial date
A federal judge this week rejected two motions that could have ended the criminal case against Timothy Burke in his favor.
FreeCast launches streaming app on Roku devices
FreeCast has brought its connected TV app to Roku devices, the company announced this week.
DirecTV officially calls off merger with Dish Network
DirecTV says it will officially terminate its agreement to acquire Dish Network and Sling TV on Friday.
PubMatic partners with Xumo on programmatic advertising
PubMatic says its clients will have direct access to digital ad inventory through Xumo, Xumo Enterprise and Xumo Play.
WNBC-TV’s Chuck Scarborough to retire after 50 years
After more than five decades in television, WNBC-TV's lead news anchor Chuck Scarborough is ready to retire.
Fox renews distribution deal with Disney’s Hulu
Fox will continue offering its prime-time shows through Disney's streaming service Hulu for a few more years.
Hearst promotes David Callahan to corporate broadcast IT role
Hearst Television has promoted David Callahan to serve as the Director of Broadcast Information Technology (I.T.) for the co
Major League Baseball wants to shift more games to streaming TV
Major League Baseball is preparing to create new national packages that are intended for streaming distribution.
Mediaocean to buy Innovid for $500 million
Two major names in the connected television advertising space are joining forces.
Sling TV to raise prices, adds Pac-Mac and other arcade titles
Dish Network's streaming TV service Sling TV will raise the price of its service for the first time in nearly two years.