Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Florida journalist will appeal judge’s refusal to return items seized by FBI
A Florida journalist intends to appeal a lower court's unfavorable ruling that rejected his request for the return of items seized by the FBI.
NBC layoffs impact 50 employees at Peacock
NBC Universal has let go of around 50 marketing employees who work on the streaming television service, Peacock.
Verizon will offer Max, Netflix bundle for $10 per month
Verizon is working with Warner Bros Discovery and Netflix on a new super bundle that will see ad-supported streaming service sold at $10 per month.
Dish laying off 500 workers after dismal Q3 results
Dish Network is issuing pink slips to more than 500 employees at its satellite TV service, Sling TV and Dish Wireless divisions.
Vizio wants to license operating system to other smart TV makers
Vizio is preparing to expand its presence in the connected TV space by licensing its smart TV operating system to third-party manufacturers, a senior executive confirmed on Thursday.
SAG-AFTRA reaches tentative deals with studios, ending strike
SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative deal with television and film studios that will allow striking actors to return to work, starting on Thursday.
WADL owner Adell preparing lawsuit against Scripps over CW
Kevin Adell says he is prepared to sue Scripps for "tortious interference" after Scripps and Nexstar announced an affiliation deal for the CW Network in Detroit.
MyBundle doubles staff, hires Scott Kessler away from Vizio
Streaming marketplace MyBundle has more than doubled its employee count over the last six weeks to include the hiring of an industry veteran who will be tasked with building out the company's streaming service partnerships.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
WADL sends cease-and-desist to Scripps over CW in Detroit
Station owner Kevin Adell says his company may commence legal action against Nexstar, Scripps if the CW Network move to WMYD is permanent.
Dr. Phil launching new cable network Merit Street Media
Talk show host Dr. Phil McGraw is wading into the world of cable networks with a new channel called "Merit Street Media."
Philo adds 10 new streaming channels from AMC Networks
Philo is adding around a dozen new channels programmed by AMC Networks, the company announced on Tuesday.
CBS Sports lands rights to USL soccer matches
Games organized by the United Soccer League (USL) are headed for broadcast and free streaming television.