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Roku ($ROKU) is a developer of smart television operating systems and a manufacturer of streaming television devices. The company is based in Northern California.

Roku Channel adds more local NBC News streams
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Roku Channel adds more local NBC News streams

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Matthew Keys

The Roku Channel has added several local NBC News streams and other channels to its free service.

Amazon offers deep discounts on streaming gadgets, services
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Amazon offers deep discounts on streaming gadgets, services

Posted on July 7, 2022July 11, 2022 by Matthew Keys

Here’s a comprehensive list of every Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV and Android TV deal available for Amazon’s Prime Day, with many discounts offered before the shopping event.

Local NBC News channels launch on Roku’s free streamer
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Local NBC News channels launch on Roku’s free streamer

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Matthew Keys

The Roku Channel will offer several local news streams programmed by NBC owned-and-operated stations.

Roku promoted pirate broadcast app on Twitter
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Roku promoted pirate broadcast app on Twitter

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Matthew Keys

The Roku Twitter account promoted a pirate streaming service before the project was shut down, according to a review of social media posts by The Desk.

Developer pulls more pirate streams over vetting practices
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Developer pulls more pirate streams over vetting practices

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Matthew Keys

The developer of an underground Roku app that re-distributed pirate streams and unlicensed content has removed the majority of those streams this week.

Legal threats force Roku app creator to remove pirate streams
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Legal threats force Roku app creator to remove pirate streams

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 by Matthew Keys

The curator of a popular, free Roku app was forced to pull several streaming broadcast channels over concerns of piracy.

Roku launches click-to-buy ad partnership with Walmart
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Roku launches click-to-buy ad partnership with Walmart

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Matthew Keys

Roku and Walmart are teaming up on a new advertisement concept that will allow Roku users to buy things from Walmart using their remote control.

Roku stock spikes amid Netflix acquisition rumor
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Roku stock spikes amid Netflix acquisition rumor

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Matthew Keys

A rumor that Netflix may be targeting Roku for an acquisition sent the streaming platform’s stock skyrocketing on Tuesday.

YouTube TV rolling out surround sound to more platforms
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YouTube TV rolling out surround sound to more platforms

Posted on June 7, 2022June 7, 2022 by Matthew Keys

YouTube TV says it is rolling out surround sound support for more devices this week, including Chromecast and Roku devices.

Roku, Apollo express interest in acquiring stake in Starz
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Roku, Apollo express interest in acquiring stake in Starz

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Matthew Keys

Roku and a private equity firm are exploring a minority investment in Starz, with media experts suggesting it could be a preliminary step before a full-on acquisition.

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