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ZDNET
4 days ago
Gadgets

New Roku Ultra is faster with better Wi-Fi - how it compares with Google TV Streamer

Roku Ultra enhances streaming experiences with faster processing, advanced video support, and a superior remote, focusing on seamless operation and user-friendly features. [ more ]
Engadget
4 days ago
Digital life

How to stream via a VPN on Roku

Roku combines accessibility and art features but encounters geographic content restrictions without native VPN support. [ more ]
TipRanks Financial
1 week ago
Marketing tech

New Self-Service Ad Platform Gives Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) an Edge - TipRanks.com

Roku's new Ads Manager simplifies ad purchasing for advertisers across its streaming services, improving targeting and campaign effectiveness. [ more ]
AdExchanger
1 week ago
Marketing

Roku Launches Its Own Self-Serve Ad Platform | AdExchanger

Roku launched a self-serve ad platform to connect advertisers with comprehensive streaming inventory, aiming to meet rising demand for CTV advertisement. [ more ]
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Digital life

How to use a VPN on Roku

Roku users can bypass geo-restrictions using VPN workarounds due to lack of native support. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
ZDNET
4 days ago
Gadgets

New Roku Ultra is faster with better Wi-Fi - how it compares with Google TV Streamer

Roku Ultra enhances streaming experiences with faster processing, advanced video support, and a superior remote, focusing on seamless operation and user-friendly features. [ more ]
Engadget
4 days ago
Digital life

How to stream via a VPN on Roku

Roku combines accessibility and art features but encounters geographic content restrictions without native VPN support. [ more ]
TipRanks Financial
1 week ago
Marketing tech

New Self-Service Ad Platform Gives Roku (NASDAQ:ROKU) an Edge - TipRanks.com

Roku's new Ads Manager simplifies ad purchasing for advertisers across its streaming services, improving targeting and campaign effectiveness. [ more ]
AdExchanger
1 week ago
Marketing

Roku Launches Its Own Self-Serve Ad Platform | AdExchanger

Roku launched a self-serve ad platform to connect advertisers with comprehensive streaming inventory, aiming to meet rising demand for CTV advertisement. [ more ]
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Digital life

How to use a VPN on Roku

Roku users can bypass geo-restrictions using VPN workarounds due to lack of native support. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
morestreaming
#streaming-devices
The Verge
4 days ago
Gadgets

The new Roku Ultra is faster, has better Wi-Fi, and comes with a backlit remote

The Roku Ultra offers significant speed upgrades and innovative features while maintaining a traditional design. [ more ]
ZDNET
1 month ago
Remote teams

Upgrading your streaming remote control? Roku's Voice Remote Pro 2 is the best I've tested

The new Roku Voice Remote Pro 2 is a feature-rich remote that comes with backlit buttons, voice-activated lost remote finder, and a rechargeable battery for $30. [ more ]
The Verge
4 days ago
Gadgets

The new Roku Ultra is faster, has better Wi-Fi, and comes with a backlit remote

The Roku Ultra offers significant speed upgrades and innovative features while maintaining a traditional design. [ more ]
ZDNET
1 month ago
Remote teams

Upgrading your streaming remote control? Roku's Voice Remote Pro 2 is the best I've tested

The new Roku Voice Remote Pro 2 is a feature-rich remote that comes with backlit buttons, voice-activated lost remote finder, and a rechargeable battery for $30. [ more ]
morestreaming-devices
#ctv-advertising
Adweek
1 week ago
Marketing

Roku Positions New Ads Manager as One-Stop Buying Solution

Roku Ads Manager simplifies self-service CTV advertising, allowing marketers to optimize performance and access inventory directly. [ more ]
Exchangewire
2 weeks ago
Marketing

Fubo Launches New CTV Ad Format; Roku Enters UK Retail Media Partnership; Meta's Latest EU Compliance Updates - ExchangeWire.com

Fubo introduces The Triple Play, enhancing ad visibility with interactive video options.
Roku partners with Currys for targeted advertising across streaming platforms.
Meta updates WhatsApp and Messenger to improve interoperability and compliance with EU regulations. [ more ]
Digiday
4 months ago
Marketing

How CTV platforms are pushing non-traditional ad formats - but not too far

Home screen takeovers are becoming prominent in the connected TV ad market, offering new ad formats beyond traditional interstitials. [ more ]
Adweek
1 week ago
Marketing

Roku Positions New Ads Manager as One-Stop Buying Solution

Roku Ads Manager simplifies self-service CTV advertising, allowing marketers to optimize performance and access inventory directly. [ more ]
Exchangewire
2 weeks ago
Marketing

Fubo Launches New CTV Ad Format; Roku Enters UK Retail Media Partnership; Meta's Latest EU Compliance Updates - ExchangeWire.com

Fubo introduces The Triple Play, enhancing ad visibility with interactive video options.
Roku partners with Currys for targeted advertising across streaming platforms.
Meta updates WhatsApp and Messenger to improve interoperability and compliance with EU regulations. [ more ]
Digiday
4 months ago
Marketing

How CTV platforms are pushing non-traditional ad formats - but not too far

Home screen takeovers are becoming prominent in the connected TV ad market, offering new ad formats beyond traditional interstitials. [ more ]
morectv-advertising
#streaming-services
Engadget
1 week ago
Digital life

How to stream using a VPN on Roku

Roku offers centralized access to streaming but lacks native VPN support, limiting access to geographically restricted content. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 months ago
LA Dodgers

How To Watch Dodgers On Roku As Part Of MLB Sunday Leadoff

Roku will exclusively broadcast MLB Sunday Leadoff games, replacing Peacock.
Roku introduces MLB Zone for game discovery and MLB FAST channel for continuous baseball content. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Las companias tecnologicas no son tus amigas. El caso de Roku lo confirma

Roku users faced forced service agreement update, restricting legal action.
Roku experienced a security breach affecting 15,000 user accounts. [ more ]
The Motley Fool
7 months ago
Privacy technologies

1 Growth Stock Down 81% to Buy Right Now | The Motley Fool

Roku's ad sales have rebounded and shown significant year-over-year growth through automated third-party demand sources.
The shift from traditional TV to streaming services presents a massive opportunity for Roku to capture a larger share of the $60 billion U.S. TV ad market. [ more ]
Engadget
1 week ago
Digital life

How to stream using a VPN on Roku

Roku offers centralized access to streaming but lacks native VPN support, limiting access to geographically restricted content. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 months ago
LA Dodgers

How To Watch Dodgers On Roku As Part Of MLB Sunday Leadoff

Roku will exclusively broadcast MLB Sunday Leadoff games, replacing Peacock.
Roku introduces MLB Zone for game discovery and MLB FAST channel for continuous baseball content. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Las companias tecnologicas no son tus amigas. El caso de Roku lo confirma

Roku users faced forced service agreement update, restricting legal action.
Roku experienced a security breach affecting 15,000 user accounts. [ more ]
The Motley Fool
7 months ago
Privacy technologies

1 Growth Stock Down 81% to Buy Right Now | The Motley Fool

Roku's ad sales have rebounded and shown significant year-over-year growth through automated third-party demand sources.
The shift from traditional TV to streaming services presents a massive opportunity for Roku to capture a larger share of the $60 billion U.S. TV ad market. [ more ]
morestreaming-services
#dodgers
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Vs. Diamondbacks Game Preview: Chance For Season Series Win

Dodgers seek to clinch season series against Diamondbacks after two wins. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers streaming guide for Diamondbacks game on Roku

The Dodgers and Diamondbacks game is significant for both teams as the Dodgers aim to clinch a series victory, broadcast exclusively on Roku. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Vs. Diamondbacks Game Preview: Chance For Season Series Win

Dodgers seek to clinch season series against Diamondbacks after two wins. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers streaming guide for Diamondbacks game on Roku

The Dodgers and Diamondbacks game is significant for both teams as the Dodgers aim to clinch a series victory, broadcast exclusively on Roku. [ more ]
moredodgers
#backdrops
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

Roku's new feature will turn your TV into a fancy art delivery system

Roku's Backdrops feature transforms TV screens into art displays with options for personal uploads and educational content. [ more ]
The Verge
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Roku's new Backdrops feature is blatantly inspired by Samsung's Frame TV

Roku's new Backdrops feature adds a curated artwork display to its platform, enhancing the viewing experience without replacing Roku City. [ more ]
ZDNET
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Your Roku TV is about to get an artsy upgrade, thanks to a new premium feature

Roku's "Backdrops" feature transforms idle TVs into displays of curated art, enhancing home aesthetics. [ more ]
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

Roku's new feature will turn your TV into a fancy art delivery system

Roku's Backdrops feature transforms TV screens into art displays with options for personal uploads and educational content. [ more ]
The Verge
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Roku's new Backdrops feature is blatantly inspired by Samsung's Frame TV

Roku's new Backdrops feature adds a curated artwork display to its platform, enhancing the viewing experience without replacing Roku City. [ more ]
ZDNET
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Your Roku TV is about to get an artsy upgrade, thanks to a new premium feature

Roku's "Backdrops" feature transforms idle TVs into displays of curated art, enhancing home aesthetics. [ more ]
morebackdrops
#mlb
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
1 month ago
San Francisco Giants

How to watch San Francisco Giants vs. Cincinnati Reds

The San Francisco Giants are facing the Cincinnati Reds in a game that will air exclusively on Roku. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers To Play Sunday Game On Roku Exclusive Broadcast

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have a game on Roku's MLB Sunday Leadoff, a platform that offers exclusive streams of MLB games. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors
4 months ago
Major League Baseball

MLB Announces Partnership With Roku For Sunday Broadcasts

MLB reached a deal with Roku to broadcast Sunday games, replacing the previous deal with Peacock. [ more ]
www.amny.com
4 months ago
Major League Baseball

Roku will stream weekly MLB game on Sundays. Viewers won't need one of the service's devices | amNewYork

MLB games on Roku will be free for all viewers and not limited to Roku device users. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers broadcaster part of MLB Sunday Leadoff Roku stream

Roku is streaming MLB games for free on Sundays as part of a multi-year deal.
The Dodgers will stream exclusively on Roku against the Diamondbacks.
This shift increases accessibility to MLB games for fans without subscription requirements. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
1 month ago
San Francisco Giants

How to watch San Francisco Giants vs. Cincinnati Reds

The San Francisco Giants are facing the Cincinnati Reds in a game that will air exclusively on Roku. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
4 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers To Play Sunday Game On Roku Exclusive Broadcast

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have a game on Roku's MLB Sunday Leadoff, a platform that offers exclusive streams of MLB games. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors
4 months ago
Major League Baseball

MLB Announces Partnership With Roku For Sunday Broadcasts

MLB reached a deal with Roku to broadcast Sunday games, replacing the previous deal with Peacock. [ more ]
www.amny.com
4 months ago
Major League Baseball

Roku will stream weekly MLB game on Sundays. Viewers won't need one of the service's devices | amNewYork

MLB games on Roku will be free for all viewers and not limited to Roku device users. [ more ]
moremlb
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Education

New York City college students can gear up for the new semester at Roku bus pop-up | amNewYork

Roku is providing free products and swag to college students at a pop-up event to enhance their semester experience. [ more ]
Patently-O
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

ITC Patent Jurisdiction: Roku's Petition and Contreras' Critique

Roku's Supreme Court petition seeks to clarify ITC's authority related to 'domestic industry' requirements in patent infringement cases. [ more ]
AdExchanger
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Roku Taps The Trade Desk's UID2 To Draw In New Demand | AdExchanger

Roku integrates with UID 2.0 to enhance ad targeting and increase monetization. [ more ]
SlashGear
4 months ago
Remote teams

Will A Universal Remote Work With Your Roku TV? - SlashGear

Some universal remotes may not replicate all Roku remote buttons. Basic support includes power, volume, input; expanded support includes more controls like play/pause, home, etc. [ more ]
The Motley Fool
4 months ago
Marketing

Is The Deal Between Roku and The Trade Desk a Game Changer? | The Motley Fool

Roku and The Trade Desk collaborate to enhance ad campaigns for streaming viewers. [ more ]
#video-ads
The Verge
4 months ago
Marketing

Roku plans to start showing video ads on your homescreen

Roku plans to introduce video ads on the homescreen to increase ad revenue potential. [ more ]
Ars Technica
4 months ago
Marketing

Roku ad push continues with plans to put video ads in OS home screen

Roku plans to introduce video ads on its home screen, reflecting a deeper focus on advertising in the streaming industry. [ more ]
The Verge
4 months ago
Marketing

Roku plans to start showing video ads on your homescreen

Roku plans to introduce video ads on the homescreen to increase ad revenue potential. [ more ]
Ars Technica
4 months ago
Marketing

Roku ad push continues with plans to put video ads in OS home screen

Roku plans to introduce video ads on its home screen, reflecting a deeper focus on advertising in the streaming industry. [ more ]
morevideo-ads
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Marketing tech

Roku Extols The Virtues Of Third-Party Programmatic Partnerships | AdExchanger

The main theme of Roku's Q1 earnings call was 'programmatic.' [ more ]
Kotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Roku's New HDMI Tech Could Show Ads When You Pause Your Game

Roku is exploring injecting ads into third-party content like games or movies paused on TVs through HDMI connections.
Roku's patented technology aims to detect pauses in content to display relevant ads, without randomly inserting ads during active viewing. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Marketing

TikTok agrees to sublease big San Jose tech building, preps offices

TikTok completes a rental deal for a tech building in San Jose, indicating resilience in Bay Area CRE sector. [ more ]
#data-breach
Hot for Security
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Hackers target Roku: 15,000 accounts compromised in data breach

Over 15,000 Roku accounts hacked due to reused passwords from other breaches.
Roku users advised to strengthen passwords and avoid reuse to enhance security. [ more ]
BleepingComputer
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Over 15,000 hacked Roku accounts sold for 50 each to buy hardware

Roku discloses data breach impacting 15,363 customer accounts due to credential stuffing.
Stolen accounts sold for as low as $0.50 each; threat actors changed account information to make unauthorized purchases. [ more ]
The Verge
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Roku hackers breach 15,000 accounts and are selling them online

Hackers gained access to Roku accounts and credit card information through credential stuffing.
Roku has secured compromised accounts and advised users to reset passwords and monitor for unauthorized purchases. [ more ]
Hot for Security
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Hackers target Roku: 15,000 accounts compromised in data breach

Over 15,000 Roku accounts hacked due to reused passwords from other breaches.
Roku users advised to strengthen passwords and avoid reuse to enhance security. [ more ]
BleepingComputer
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Over 15,000 hacked Roku accounts sold for 50 each to buy hardware

Roku discloses data breach impacting 15,363 customer accounts due to credential stuffing.
Stolen accounts sold for as low as $0.50 each; threat actors changed account information to make unauthorized purchases. [ more ]
The Verge
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Roku hackers breach 15,000 accounts and are selling them online

Hackers gained access to Roku accounts and credit card information through credential stuffing.
Roku has secured compromised accounts and advised users to reset passwords and monitor for unauthorized purchases. [ more ]
moredata-breach
Digiday
7 months ago
Privacy technologies

Future of TV Briefing: DoubleVerify and Roku uncover CTV ad fraud scheme costing advertisers $7.5M per month

CTV ad fraud scheme costing $7.5 million monthly
CycloneBot mimics extended CTV viewing sessions [ more ]
Digiday
7 months ago
Marketing

CTV providers court SME ad spend as the streaming wars enter a new era

CTV service providers targeting SMB marketers for ad revenue
Roku transitioning from OneView to Roku Ads Manager for SME accessibility [ more ]
#advertising
AdExchanger
7 months ago
Marketing

Roku Touts A 'Solid Rebound' In Video Advertising | AdExchanger

Roku's full-year earnings for 2023 show successful balance between viewers and advertisers
Roku added 10 million global active accounts in 2023, with a spike in user growth and engagement in Q4 [ more ]
The Daily Upside
7 months ago
Privacy technologies

Roku Patent Could Make Ads Better Without Violating User Privacy

Roku wants to patent a system for placing ads based on the emotions displayed in a scene.
Their technology generates a 'scene emotion value' based on metadata relating to the scene, content, and frame.
Matching ads to the emotional state of the media can create a more engaging experience for viewers. [ more ]
Adweek
3 months ago
Marketing

Roku's Ad Sales Leader Expands Team With First Major Hires

Roku strengthens ad sales team through key executive hires. [ more ]
AdExchanger
7 months ago
Marketing

Roku Touts A 'Solid Rebound' In Video Advertising | AdExchanger

Roku's full-year earnings for 2023 show successful balance between viewers and advertisers
Roku added 10 million global active accounts in 2023, with a spike in user growth and engagement in Q4 [ more ]
The Daily Upside
7 months ago
Privacy technologies

Roku Patent Could Make Ads Better Without Violating User Privacy

Roku wants to patent a system for placing ads based on the emotions displayed in a scene.
Their technology generates a 'scene emotion value' based on metadata relating to the scene, content, and frame.
Matching ads to the emotional state of the media can create a more engaging experience for viewers. [ more ]
Adweek
3 months ago
Marketing

Roku's Ad Sales Leader Expands Team With First Major Hires

Roku strengthens ad sales team through key executive hires. [ more ]
moreadvertising
ABC7 San Francisco
1 year ago
Business

Layoff tracker: Mass layoffs by tech companies big and small hit the Bay Area

Hundreds of tech jobs are being cut in the Bay Area, with companies like Ebay, Google, Cruise, Broadcom, Roku, and Bloom Energy announcing layoffs.
Ebay is cutting 9% of its workforce, Google is cutting around half a percent of its workforce, Cruise is laying off 900 employees, Broadcom is laying off 2,837 employees, Roku is cutting an additional 136 jobs, and Bloom Energy is cutting 47 permanent roles and 50 contractors. [ more ]
The Drum
8 months ago
Marketing

H&R Block parodies Netflix's Too Hot to Handle in new responsibility-themed reality show

H&R Block has created a four-part satirical reality series to educate young consumers about finances and taxes.
The program will be available for streaming on Roku and aims to engage young tax filers through unique and entertaining content. [ more ]
AdExchanger
8 months ago
Marketing

Roku Wants To Turn Its Home Screen Into An Ad Hub | AdExchanger

Streaming viewers spend a lot of time on the home screen of their TV before choosing an app or title to watch, making it a valuable place for advertisers to reach viewers.
Roku plans to offer interactive and shoppable ad formats on its home screen to engage viewers and drive business outcomes. [ more ]
Deadline
9 months ago
Marketing

Advertisers Will Tune In To Streaming In 2024 As More Services Court Brand Dollars

Streaming advertising is becoming a significant presence at the CES trade show, with companies like Disney, Roku, and Amazon showcasing their offerings.
Streaming allows producers to take more risks in content creation, leading to greater viewer engagement and more opportunities for brand messages. [ more ]
AdExchanger
10 months ago
Marketing

Roku And Unity Want To Prove CTV Is A Performance Channel | AdExchanger

Roku is partnering with app monetization platform Unity to help gaming and mobile app developers add connected TV to their user acquisition campaigns.
The partnership aims to provide performance marketing attribution for streaming, allowing advertisers to accurately measure the impact of streaming media on app downloads and performance.
Roku is looking to attract app developers as new advertisers and is focusing on diversifying its demand for CTV campaigns. [ more ]
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