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Locast launches on Vizio smart TVs
Local broadcast streamer Locast is now natively integrated into Vizio's line of smart television sets, the company announced on Wednesday.
Comcast, ViacomCBS join forces for streaming service in Europe
Comcast and ViacomCBS are partnering on a new streaming service called Sky Showtime that will launch in Europe later this year.
AccuWeather Now officially launches, first on Roku Channel
AccuWeather has formally launched its free streaming service, with the Roku Channel getting first dibs at the new streamer.
Roku brings Spectrum app back under new agreement with Charter
A long carriage dispute Roku and Charter/Spectrum finally ended this week.
Sinclair, Dish Network reach temporary agreement
The agreement allows Sinclair's local broadcast channels to remain on Dish Network while both sides negotiate a new contract.
Dish Network, DirecTV sats aging without replacements, analyst says
The situation could prove dire for millions of households that lack access to broadband Internet.
HBO Max team working on new app experience
Developers at AT&T are working on a new HBO Max app that will fix common bugs and glitches associated with the app, according to a report.
Fox could shell out $125 million to buy TMZ from AT&T
The Fox Corporation could spend between $100 million and $125 million to acquire the gossip website TMZ from its current parent company AT&T.
YouTube TV to stream Thursday NFL games in ultra high-def
YouTube TV will offer subscribers with its 4K Plus add-on ultra-high def access to Thursday night National Football League games.
Disney Plus surpasses 116 million subscribers
Disney sees gains for its flagship streamer, ESPN Plus and Hulu, while Hulu's Live TV product saw a dip in customers.
Verizon gives free AMC Plus access to some subscribers
Verizon is offering some customers of its wireless and fiber Internet service an extended free trial of the streaming service AMC Plus.
Exclusive: Orby TV brand, hardware sold to Florida satcaster
Orby TV has sold some of its hardware assets as well as its intellectual property to a Florida-based satellite broadcaster, The Desk has learned.