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Comcast replacing Starz with Epix in some packages, could drop channel completely
Starting December 10, the cable giant will replace several Starz channels with Epix, a multiplex movie network programmed by MGM Studios.
Nexstar channels go dark on DirecTV, AT&T U-Verse
The blackout impacts KRON-TV in San Francisco as well as channels in Bakersfield and Fresno.
Gray Media accuses Dish of violating retransmission consent rules
The complaint alleges Dish provided a local CBS affiliate owned by Gray Media to at least one hotel through a business-to-business service.
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Fox One adds podcasts from Fox News Media, Red Seat Ventures
Fox is leveraging cross-portfolio content to increase viewing time and create new advertising opportunities.
Roku passes 100 million active households worldwide
Roku’s scale and platform growth are driving higher engagement, strengthening its value for advertisers and content partners.
Federal judge issues preliminary injunction blocking Nexstar-TEGNA deal
A federal judge in California has issued a preliminary injunction blocking Nexstar's acquisition of TEGNA while a lawsuit filed by DIRECTV and several states proceeds.
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Parks Associates: Streamers want aggregated TV experience in single platform
Aggregated services like Philo boost engagement and ad attention by simplifying discovery and improving personalization.
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Network affiliates to FCC: Sports antitrust exemption should apply to broadcast TV only
Affiliates argue that streaming platforms' exclusive sports rights deals force fans to pay for games previously available free on broadcast TV and reduce networks' investment in local news.
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Disney CEO confirms layoffs impacting 1,000 jobs
The layoffs are heavily concentrated in marketing and publicity functions, with entire divisions eliminated and senior executives including digital marketing leaders departing.
Scripps Sports to bring Nashville Predators games to broadcast TV
The E. W. Scripps Company has committed itself to more live sports rights on broadcast TV through a new deal with the Nashville Predators.
AMC Networks rebrands to AMC Global Media
AMC Networks is changing its name to AMC Global Media, a move meant to better align the company with its commitment to its traditional cable television networks and budding streaming-based offerings.
California DOJ warned Nexstar of probe into TEGNA merger before deal closed
Nexstar proceeded with its deal after federal approvals, prompting lawsuits from states and DIRECTV over antitrust concerns.
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