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Newsmax urges FCC to deny Nexstar-TEGNA merger
The company warned the deal would increase retransmission fees and further concentrate power among local TV station owners.
Howard Stern renews SiriusXM contract through 2028
The renewal is Stern’s shortest contract with the company since joining satellite radio in 2006.
Nexstar CEO says Trump, Congress favor broadcast deregulation
Nexstar CEO Perry Sook said he expects support from the Trump administration for the company’s $6.2 billion proposed merger with TEGNA.
Peacock’s Annie Luo hired by AMC Networks to lead streaming growth
Her appointment follows an assertion by executives in October that AMC was transitioning from a cable networks business into a streaming-first company.
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Weigel to simulcast Regina Jones documentary across multicast networks
Weigel Broadcasting will premiere “Who in the Hell is Regina Jones?” as a multi-network event on February 16.
Comcast moves into gaming, brings Luna to X1, Xumo Stream Box
Comcast is making a push into gaming by partnering with Amazon to bring that company's gaming platform Luna to its X1 set-top boxes and Xumo Stream Box.
Netflix agrees to acquire Warner Bros Discovery for $82.7 billion
Netflix has agreed to buy WBD’s studio, streaming platforms and IP for nearly $83 billion, contingent on WBD spinning off its cable networks by Q3 2026.
Shannon Ryan joins Spectrum News from KTRK Houston
Shannon Ryan is departing the ABC-owned station in Houston for a new Congressional reporting role at Spectrum News.
Fox News moves to dismiss second Newsmax antitrust lawsuit
Attorneys for Fox News are hoping a judge will throw out Newsmax's second attempt to sue the cable network on antitrust grounds.
Antenna: Amazon gives Fox One edge over ESPN Unlimited
Fox's decision to partner with Amazon for sales of Fox One helped it grow faster than ESPN Unlimited, according to Antenna.
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Nielsen to measure Lionsgate multicast network Moviesphere Gold
Nielsen will begin measuring Moviesphere Gold as part of its aggregated ratings for the FAST channel Moviesphere.
Fubo sells Peacock subscriptions during NBC Universal dispute
Fubo is selling subscription to Peacock during its dispute with NBC Universal over channels on its platform, The Desk has learned.
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