Roku
Roku ($ROKU) is a developer of smart television operating systems and a manufacturer of streaming television devices. It also operates a free, ad-supported streaming service called the Roku Channel. The company is based in Northern California and is part of Fox Corporation.
First casualty of Fox-Roku deal: An aquatic screensaver
The developer, an artist in Oregon, said Fox's deal to acquire Roku convinced him to pull the license for the Marine Aquarium screen saver.
Gracenote: Streamers crave single program guide for content discovery
As streaming options grow, viewers are expressing more frustration — not less — at having to spend time to find something to watch, even as platforms attempt to improve search and discovery.
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Roku moves on from smart home accessory business
Roku is discounting its remaining inventory of smart home accessories as the company shifts its focus back to its core connected TV platform.
Fox made commitments to Justice Department to get Roku deal approved
The media giant agreed to keep certain data-related firewalls and third-party content on Roku's platform for at least 36 months.
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Fox Corporation completes $22 billion acquisition of Roku
Roku founder Anthony Wood joins Fox's board and becomes Co-Chair of Fox Digital Platforms alongside Paul Cheesbrough, who will serve as the division's CEO.
Roku launches AI-powered advertising optimization tools
The streamer's newest advertising platform includes two tools: Roku Outcomes Amplify for household reach and Roku Outcomes Actions for advertiser-defined conversions.
Fox execs tout “significant progress” on Roku transaction
The deal is still expected to close during the first half of 2027; Roku and Fox executives are working with DOJ regulators to secure antitrust-related approvals.
Roku Q3 revenue jumps 24 percent ahead of Fox acquisition
Roku continued to see higher income from its advertising and subscription business, while hardware-based earnings were improved on higher device costs.
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Fox revenue climbs 22 percent on World Cup, advertising during fiscal Q1 2027
Fox and Roku continue to work with the U.S. Department of Justice to complete their merger, executives said on Monday.
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Versant launches new channels on Prime Video, Roku
Versant is launching four new free streaming channels with programming from its cable networks, and bringing two free channels to The Roku Channel for the first time.
Parks: Streamers value HDR content for premium viewing experiences
A report released this week said smart TVs are the primary streaming devices in 62 percent of U.S. internet households with a connected television device.
Bowling TV launches on Roku, Vizio free streaming platforms
The added distribution comes as the FAST channel adds a new weekly competition series called "Beat the Champ."
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