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 staffs up advertising business with new executives
Roku has hired a pair of new executives that will help build out the company's digital advertising businesses.
Roku grabs rights to Sunday morning baseball games
Roku has secured the exclusive distribution rights for Major League Baseball played early Sunday mornings.
Roku close to landing Sunday morning baseball games
Roku is in advanced talks with Major League Baseball about a package of Sunday morning and early afternoon games.
Roku debuts new content line-up, ad opportunities in Roku City
A new zone for the Summer Olympic Games and a partnership with The Trade Desk were among the reveals.
Roku grows to 81.6 million users, narrows financial loss during Q1
The company's total revenue grew to $882 million, up 19 percent on a year-over basis; loss narrows to $50.8 million.
Roku says another 576,000 accounts impacted by data breach
Roku says it has identified a second data breach that involves the theft of over 500,000 usernames and passwords belonging to its streaming customers.
Roku begins selling Pro Series TVs, announces new features
New features for existing TVs were also unveiled, as was a newer generation Pro Remote control.
Innovid debuts Harmony initiative for connected TV measurement
The mission of Harmony is to keep the connected TV space from being controlled by a single dominant player.
NBA partners with Roku to launch free streaming TV channel
The channel will be available through a new portal called NBA Zone, which is rolling out to Roku devices this week.
Roku says 15,000 accounts affected by external data breach
Some Roku usernames and passwords were used by hackers following a cybersecurity incident at an unrelated company, Roku says.
Roku to continue selling at Walmart despite Vizio acquisition, CFO says
Roku will continue selling its products at Walmart stores despite the retailer's plans to acquire Vizio, the company's CFO said.
NBC begins distributing show clips through The Roku Channel
NBC and Roku have struck a deal that will see The Roku Channel offer clips from NBC late night and sports programs shortly after they air on television.