Philo insulated from effects of ViacomCBS merger for now
A blockbuster merger between Viacom Corporation and CBS Corporation will not impact Philo’s ability to carry Viacom-operated cable networks for at least another year.
Andrew McCollum is a technology entrepreneur and businessman. He currently serves as the chief executive of streaming television service Philo, a position held since 2014.
A blockbuster merger between Viacom Corporation and CBS Corporation will not impact Philo’s ability to carry Viacom-operated cable networks for at least another year.
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