Peacock
Peacock is a streaming television services operated by Comcast subsidiary NBC Universal. It offers three subscriptions: A free, advertisement-supported tier with limited programming; a premium, advertisement-supported tier with an expanded library of movies and shows for $11 a month; and an ultra-premium, commercial-free tier for $17 a month.
TV networks, platforms outline extensive 2026 midterm election coverage
Major television news networks will provide live coverage of the November 3 midterm elections, with streaming platforms launching new, interactive features.
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NBC exec: Broadcast TV helps spur interest in Peacock
Over time, streaming platforms have started to resemble broadcast and cable TV, adopting many of the same time-tested elements that traditional TV proved over decades, NBC executive Matt Strauss said.
Comcast revenue dips slightly as Peacock posts profit in Q3
Comcast continued to face pressure in its broadband and cable TV unit, as churn continued for another quarter; Peacock posted its second profitable quarter in a row.
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Antenna: NFL already fueling new streaming sign-ups
Peacock, Paramount Plus, ESPN and Fox One collectively reported a 11.2 percent increase in sign-ups during the start of football season.
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Comcast begins issuing pink slips in some NBC Universal streaming business units
Most of the reductions are expected at Comcast’s European media operation Sky, though some U.S.-based NBC Universal employees will also be affected.
Antenna: Fall is best season for acquiring streaming subscribers
Streaming has developed a new version of the traditional fall TV season, with the last four months of a year being crucial for subscriber acquisition, according to Antenna.
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NBC beats Netflix in Week 1 NFL kickoff ratings battle
Netflix's U.S. viewership for its Week 1 game in Australia was lower compared to NBC's viewership for its Super Bowl rematch one day earlier.
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Ampere: Linear TV leans on scripted TV series during Q1
Over the past two years, more than half of new scripted broadcast orders have been franchise-based as networks focus more heavily on proven programming.
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Antenna: Streaming churn presents opportunity for competing services
People leaving traditional or virtual cable-like services are gravitating toward premium plans of streaming services like Paramount Plus and Netflix, Antenna said.
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Peacock moves forward with pre-NFL price increase
Like clockwork, Peacock is raising the price of its streaming service just in time for the NFL's regular season.
Peacock launches membership program with Instacart Plus, NBC Shop perks
Peacock will offer a complementary subscription to Instacart Plus, discounts on NBCU Shop and Pizza Hut and other perks.
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YouTube Premium to offer bundle with Peacock, NBC extends YouTube TV pact
Beginning in early 2027, Peacock Premium will be bundled with YouTube Premium in the United States, giving millions of subscribers access through the YouTube experience.