Local NBC News channels launch on Roku’s free streamer
The Roku Channel will offer several local news streams programmed by NBC owned-and-operated stations.
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.
Roku promoted pirate broadcast app on Twitter
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
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
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
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.
YouTube TV rolling out surround sound to more platforms
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
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.
Roku customer growth begins to stall
Roku says it added more than one million customers in its first quarter of 2022.
Roku to add Lionsgate films to free streaming channel
Roku has landed the exclusive rights to stream films and TV shows from Lionsgate as part of a new deal announced on Tuesday.
Discovery Plus gets integrated into Roku Channel
Roku users can now purchase a subscription to the lifestyle and general entertainment streaming service Discovery Plus from within the Roku Channel