FAST (Streaming)
FAST is an initialism for “free, ad-supported streaming television.” It can refer to a platform that offers free access to streaming television, or streaming channels that are available for free with advertising. FAST services that offer on-demand content are also known as ad-supported video on-demand (AVOD) platforms. Examples of FAST platforms include Pluto TV (Paramount), Xumo Play (Comcast, Charter), Tubi (Fox Corporation) and Local Now (Allen Media Group).
Roger Ehrenberg invests in sports streamer C15 Studio
C15 Studio helps top-tier sports and competition brands like Formula 1, Triton Poker and others develop and deploy free, ad-supported streaming TV channels.
Comcast launches new FAST service The Network for original shows
Comcast has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming channel called The Network, which the company will use to distribute new original series to Xfinity customers and Xumo TV users.
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Comcast (press release)
Philo adds six new FAST channels to streaming TV service
The channels add to Philo's growing collection of FAST content streams, which clock in at nearly 100.
Fox Weather to offer football-specific forecasts on “Storming the Field”
Fox Weather on Friday will debut a new video podcast that offers an exclusive look at weather forecasts for key NFL match-ups each week.
Philo updates logo, rolls out refreshed look on streaming apps
The updates are part of a total brand realignment that Philo will fully unveil between now and next month.
Survey: Consumers want “helpful” connected TV ads for holiday shopping
Streamers are spending more time with ad-supported media, and they're hoping campaigns help them figure out what to buy during the holiday shopping season.
Fubo debuts new FAST channel for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
Fubo has debuted a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel dedicated to a combat sport.
Streamers convert from FAST to SVOD to continue watching shows, study reveals
While FAST platforms are helping streamers cut back on subscriptions, some are willing to take a premium video service if it means they can keep watching a series they've discovered on a FAST platform.
WBD launches “CNN Originals” free streaming channel
WBD has debuted a new free, ad-supported streaming channel that offers documentaries and docuseries from CNN.
Hearst Media expands content deal with Samsung TV Plus
Hearst has expanded its content distribution pact with Samsung TV Plus, which will offer a handful of additional titles in the coming weeks.
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Hearst Media (press release)
NewsNet, Sports News Highlights shut down
Low TV viewership and a cash crunch were cited among the reasons for NewsNet suddenly going off the air over the weekend.
Survey: Streamers open to ads if it saves them cash on subscriptions
American streamers are happy to watch content with ads if it means they save money on subscription-based services.