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Free TV Networks

The logo of streaming service Philo adorns the wall of its San Francisco-based office. (Photo by Matthew Keys for The Desk)

Philo forges distribution deal with Versant for multicast channels

Three channels from Versant's Free TV Networks are now available on Philo's free programming tier.

Free TV Networks operates a number of broadcast-first multicast networks. (Courtesy image)

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.

Free TV Networks operates a number of broadcast-first multicast networks. (Courtesy image)

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.

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