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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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Court TV finalizes layoffs; Matt Johnson, Julie Grant depart network
Several anchors and staff members were let go as the network reduced its live programming lineup and shifted operations from Atlanta to New York.
Dish Network forced to drop Gray Media local TV stations
The blackout affects viewers in major markets including Atlanta, Tampa, Phoenix and Cleveland.
Versant inks Free TV Networks distribution deal with Paramount, Sling
Two Versant-owned multicast networks are now on CBS-owned stations across the country, and a streaming channel is now offered by Sling Freestream.
Paramount ends Fave TV, replaces feeds with Versant multicast networks
Paramount has quietly pulled the plug on Fave TV, its multicast network that served as a barker channel for programming found on its streaming apps.
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Versant completes acquisition of Free TV Networks
Versant has finalized the acquisition of Free TV Networks, the broadcast-focused media company founded by industry veteran Jonathan Katz.
Nielsen: Network TV viewership slumps during second week of December
Nielsen data showed lower network TV viewing in mid-December, with average audiences for top broadcast programs falling week over week.
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Arkansas public TV network to end partnership with PBS
Arkansas TV will drop its PBS affiliation in July after CPB’s defunding left the network unable to cover more than $2 million in annual dues.
Weigel’s MeTV is one of the top TV networks in America. Most of its shows are decades old.
Shows like "M*A*S*H" and "Svengoolie" are pulling in hundreds of thousands of viewers each week, according to Nielsen ratings.
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Versant acquires Free TV Networks for broadcast, FAST businesses
Comcast's spin-out business Versant has acquired Free TV Networks as it plots a push into broadcasting and the development of a FAST service.
DIRECTV offers free movie networks, Spotify Premium during holidays
DIRECTV is offering new and existing customers a number of perks and freebies during the holiday season.
Weigel brings MeTV back to Dish Network — but with a catch
Weigel has expanded its distribution agreement with Dish to include multicast networks like MeTV on the satellite platform.