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TVB criticizes Nielsen Gauge reports as inadequate, incomplete
Nielsen's most-recent Ad-Supported Gauge report artificially inflate streaming viewership by leaving out key data and focusing on the wrong demographic, the TVB said on Wednesday.
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Akta launches cloud video platform on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
The platform enables end-to-end video operations — ingest, routing, playout and distribution — within a single cloud-native environment.
Reports: Roku discusses selling itself to media company
The name of the media company was not revealed in reports, and it was not clear if the information was supplied to news organizations in order to test the market's appetite for a sale.
TV operating systems emerge as next front in connected TV battleground
Smart TV operating systems from companies like Samsung, LG Electronics and Roku are becoming central hubs for advertising and data, while emergent platforms from V and TiVo are focusing on underserved international markets.
Apple TV operating system to end support for first models with Siri remote
The new operating system, which rolls out later this year, won't support some newer-model devices of the Apple TV, though they will continue to function for a while longer.
New “60 Minutes” producer Nick Bilton fires Scott Pelley from CBS News
CBS News has fired long-time correspondent Scott Pelley, just one day after a heated confrontation with newly-minted "60 Minutes" EP Nick Bilton.
MRC reaffirms accreditation for Nielsen’s Big Data + Panels currency
The MRC said it is satisfied Nielsen has addressed points made in a March marketplace update that expressed concern about some of the intelligence firm's methodologies.
Ampere Analysis acquires PlumResearch, accepts investment from Goldenpeak
Goldenpeak’s investment in Ampere Analysis will fund expansion, including Ampere’s acquisition of PlumResearch.
Omdia: Big Tech companies to dominate connected TV advertising market by 2030
CTV ad revenue revenue is on pace to nearly double over the next five years, with three tech companies expected to control half of the market by the end of the decade.
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Roku leans into creator trend with new “Creators” hub
Roku has launched a new "Creators" hub on its smart TV and streaming devices that is intended to shine a bigger spotlight on shows and movies produced by independent content developers.
Report: Disney wants NFL Network moved to cheaper Comcast package
Disney is pushing to Comcast move NFL Network to a broader tier, while Comcast resists without long-term clarity.
Viewpoint: At NAB Show, AI moves from hype to newsroom reality
Artificial intelligence was on everyone's mind at NAB Show this year; vendors took that opportunity to pitch their various AI-powered broadcast solutions.
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