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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's too late to be scared': readers on the controversial rise of AI actors'

AI-generated actors are being deployed to cut production costs and accelerate output, prompting industry backlash over artistic limits, comedic timing, and multi-character drama.
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Outdated '90s Trend That's Returning To Kitchens - Tasting Table

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. More people are stepping away from the minimalist, open-concept kitchens that seemed to dominate design decisions for the past two decades. We want to personalize our kitchens, considering how much time we spend in them. Plus, many of us are seeking cozy comforts in today's world. This has revived past trends like choosing charming 1990s kitchen color schemes over monotonous monotone and collecting secondhand cookware and serveware to mix modern and vintage kitchen items.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

'End of an era': South Lake Tahoe loses its one and only movie theater

We have reached a moment where the model for traditional cinemas has fundamentally shifted,
Film
Television
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

A Third of Viewers Stay With Cable Despite Higher Satisfaction of Streaming: Study

Cable retains customers despite lower satisfaction because of longer-tenured relationships and bundling, while streaming yields higher satisfaction but higher churn.
Television
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

ESPN and Fox One net one million signups in under two weeks

ESPN and Fox One gained about one million combined subscribers in ten days, driven largely by live sports demand around the NFL season.
#spotify
Television
fromFortune
1 month ago

How to watch or stream the opening game of the NFL's 2025-2026 football season live, online, and free without cable

The 2025-2026 NFL season opens tonight with the Dallas Cowboys at the Philadelphia Eagles, and multiple broadcast and streaming options are available for viewing.
US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

C-SPAN lands a streaming deal with YouTube TV and Hulu

C-SPAN will be carried on YouTube TV and Hulu, restoring distribution and revenue after a carriage dispute and streaming exclusion.
Digital life
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Staying in Is the New Going Out: The Rise of Online Entertainment | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Home-based digital streaming and secure cryptocurrency wagering are reshaping leisure, making staying in social, convenient, private, and increasingly popular.
Apple
fromAdweek
1 month ago

AppleTV+ Hikes Monthly Subscription Price by 30%

AppleTV+ monthly price in the U.S. increases to $12.99 from $9.99, effective next billing cycle for existing monthly subscribers.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

13 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New album releases include Earl Sweatshirt, Mac DeMarco, Nourished by Time, Deftones, Ghostface Killah, Water From Your Eyes, Wolf Alice, Kathleen Edwards, and more.
#apple-tv
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Do TV Shows Like And Just Like That' and The Walking Dead' Look Like in Russia?

Censors in Russia have altered or removed significant amounts of content from Western films and series, altering portrayals and key messages to align with the Kremlin's agenda.
Europe politics
Film
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Decode Your Film Tastes: Movie Talk at The Sycamore (SF)

The lecture focuses on the decline of movie discovery and encourages reclaiming the joy of watching films in the algorithmic age.
Media industry
fromForbes
1 month ago

Breaking Through The Noise: How Amagi Is Solving Media's Fragmentation Puzzle

Media companies must adapt strategies to capture and retain attention in a fragmented media landscape.
#netflix
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Can't stop. Won't stop': Documentary filmmakers face federal funding shortfall

CPB's funding cuts threaten PBS's independent documentaries and programming.
fromVulture
1 month ago

So You Want to Start Watching Dropout

The streaming service Dropout has been on a considerable uptick since becoming independently owned by now-CEO Sam Reich, pivoting to complex, unscripted shows while maintaining comedic chops.
Television
Film
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

8 Best Costco Snacks For A Movie Night At Home - Tasting Table

Movies have shifted from a social outing to an at-home experience due to streaming services.
Major League Baseball
fromDodger Blue
1 month ago

MLB Rumors: Broadcast Negotiations Ongoing With ESPN, Netflix, NBC & Apple

MLB is seeking new television rights partners after ending its contract with ESPN, with multiple networks vying for the opportunity.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Godspeed You! Black Emperor Remove Music From Streaming Services

Godspeed You! Black Emperor have removed nearly their entire discography from all major streaming services, including Spotify and Tidal, to protest Spotify's military investments.
Music
#sports-broadcasting
Music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New releases this week feature albums from Dijon, Cass McCombs, and others, emphasizing a diversity of music styles.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Is streaming about to have a Wordle moment?

Toronto-based Zone-ify added free casual games to its ad-supported streaming service in June, making it part of a larger trend among streaming services.
Digital life
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Can't pay, won't pay: impoverished streaming services are driving viewers back to piracy

Streaming services have replaced torrenting as primary sources for media consumption, but nostalgia for piracy persists.
Digital life
fromLindsey Gamble
1 month ago

TikTok Adds YouTube Music Integration to Add to Music App Feature - Lindsey Gamble

TikTok now integrates YouTube Music, significantly enhancing its music discovery and saving capabilities.
#youtube
#digital-transformation
fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Digital life

From Satellite to Stream: Viharika Bhimanapati's Digital Reinvention of NFL Sunday Ticket | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Digital life

From Satellite to Stream: Viharika Bhimanapati's Digital Reinvention of NFL Sunday Ticket | HackerNoon

Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
2 months ago

A Misconfiguration That Haunts Corporate Streaming Platforms Could Expose Sensitive Data

Design flaws in streaming service APIs allow unauthorized access to content without subscription.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

Amaarae's 'Black Star' illustrates a journey into the dance underground, using contrasting styles in songs like 'Stuck Up' to explore themes of transgression and joy.
Music
#music-industry
#disney
fromExchangewire
2 months ago
Television

Digest: Disney to Gain Control of NFL Media Assets; Roku Debuts Ad-Free Streaming Service; Lib Dems Urge TV-Level Checks on YouTube Ads

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

Disney is winding down the Hulu app - here's what subscribers need to know

fromExchangewire
2 months ago
Television

Digest: Disney to Gain Control of NFL Media Assets; Roku Debuts Ad-Free Streaming Service; Lib Dems Urge TV-Level Checks on YouTube Ads

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

Disney is winding down the Hulu app - here's what subscribers need to know

fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A 'unified' Disney Plus could be the end of Hulu's app

Disney is set to fully integrate Hulu with Disney Plus, creating a unified app experience that will launch next year, raising questions about Hulu's standalone future.
Digital life
#roku
fromAxios
2 months ago

ESPN to acquire NFL Network in landmark deal

The deal allows ESPN to fully own and operate the NFL Network, integrating it with ESPN's direct-to-consumer streaming network set to debut this fall.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Why ESPN and Fox don't want their new streaming services to be too successful

Fox is launching Fox One, its $20-a-month service, with modest aspirations for subscriber numbers, indicating a cautious approach to its entry into the streaming market.
Television
Digital life
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Teads UK CTV Pulse 2025 Reveals 42% of UK Consumers Prefer Ad-Supported Streaming Services

42% of UK viewers now prefer ad-supported streaming services, marking a significant shift in viewing habits.
Film
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

These are the best streaming services you aren't watching

Niche streaming services provide fresh content experiences beyond mainstream platforms.
Digital life
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Digest: Google and Microsoft Expand AI Features in Search and Browsing; Warner Bros Discovery Names Standalone Entities to Follow Split

Google and Microsoft have introduced advanced AI features in their search and browsing tools.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Is your Roku TV spying on you? It's possible, but here's how to put a stop to it

Streaming devices track viewer preferences, requiring users to take steps to protect their privacy.
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Your questions answered: 'Is it cheaper for us to buy home renovation fittings through our builder, or by ourselves?'

Purchasing materials directly involves different contractual responsibilities compared to using a builder.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

India bans streaming apps you've never heard of - but millions watch | TechCrunch

India has ordered the blocking of 25 streaming services for allegedly promoting obscene content.
Television
fromAdExchanger
2 months ago

How Kidoodle.TV Keeps Inappropriate Ads (And Annoying Children's TV Stars) Out Of Its AVOD Channels | AdExchanger

Blippi is universally disliked by adults but considered safe for children.
E-Commerce
fromMedium
1 year ago

The Stopgap Sports Bundle

The announcement of a stand-alone ESPN streaming service in 2025 was strategically timed to redirect focus from challenging earnings news.
Television
fromRMNB
2 months ago

NBCUniversal reportedly exploring new sports cable channel to simulcast Peacock-exclusive content

NBCUniversal may relaunch a sports-dedicated cable channel to complement its streaming service, Peacock.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Spilling the Tea on The Real Housewives of London

The Real Housewives of London features rich, middle-aged women engaging in dramatic confrontations, similar to other franchises, and is available for streaming on Hayu.
Digital life
Television
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Free TV services like YouTube are soaring in the face of stream-flation

Prices for paid streaming services have sharply increased, driving users to free alternatives like YouTube.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

BBC iPlayer to STOP working for thousands tomorrow - are you affected?

Starting on Wednesday 23 July, the streaming service will no longer be supported on Virgin Media's older TV boxes. That means anyone still using the TiVo box will not be able to access BBC iPlayer.
Television
Gadgets
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

The Best Multiroom Wireless Speaker, According to Our Tech Editor

Sonos is the middle-ground option for smart multi-room speakers, providing excellent sound and compatibility with streaming services.
Television
fromFortune
2 months ago

While Trump celebrates the demise of Stephen Colbert's show, the economics of late-night TV are crumbling

CBS cites financial reasons for ending Colbert's show amid declining late-night advertising revenue and viewership.
Digital life
fromChron
2 months ago

I found an ad blocker that works on YouTube and streaming services

AdGuard effectively blocks ads on various devices, improving the streaming experience with just a one-time purchase.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Murdoch stood up to Trump. Did Paramount fold?

Donald Trump has effectively used his power during his second presidential term to manipulate media companies, raising the stakes of any threats he makes regarding their decisions.
US politics
Music
fromAdweek
2 months ago

Ad-Supported Music Unlocks Access for Audiences and Advertisers

Advertisers must consider audience composition and listening habits on platforms with and without ads.
Digital life
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Microsoft suddenly kills its movies and TV store on Xbox and Windows

Microsoft has shut down its Movies and TV store on Xbox and Windows, ending new purchases but allowing access to previously bought content.
#peacock
fromKqed
2 months ago

Orange County Takes Different Approach to Treat Mental Illness Through CARE Courts | KQED

California's CARE Courts aim to enforce treatment for those with severe mental health issues, while Orange County emphasizes voluntary participation through 'relentless outreach.'
California
Miami Heat
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

New details on NBA's television plan, impact on Heat and what to expect next season

Watching Heat games has become more expensive due to new streaming deals and exclusivity agreements.
#broadcast-television
fromFortune
2 months ago
Television

TV networks are doing so badly that viewers now spend more time watching streaming services than broadcast and cable combined

fromFortune
2 months ago
Television

TV networks are doing so badly that viewers now spend more time watching streaming services than broadcast and cable combined

MMA
fromCageside Press
2 months ago

Dana White Says Next Broadcast Deal Will Make UFC 'More global'

Dana White is negotiating a new, likely more global broadcast deal for UFC as they approach the end of their contract with ESPN.
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

South Park Enters a New Level of Licensing Hell

International Paramount+ users lost access to all 26 seasons of South Park due to expired streaming licenses, amid ongoing negotiations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Sick of loud ads on Netflix? A proposed California law would turn down the volume

California's Senate Bill 576 aims to regulate the volume of commercials on streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu, aligning them with existing federal standards for traditional TV, which mandates that commercial volume must not exceed programming volume.
California
EU data protection
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

Digest: ITV & Disney Ink New Content-Sharing Deal; Meta Faces GDPR Violation Ruling in Germany

ITV and Disney have partnered for a new content-sharing deal, allowing cross-access between ITVX and Disney+.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

An AI-generated band got 1m plays on Spotify. Now music insiders say listeners should be warned

AI-generated bands like Velvet Sundown that are reaching big audiences without involving human creators raise serious concerns around transparency, authorship and consent. If used ethically, AI has the potential to enhance songwriting, but we are currently concerned with what I call deeply troubling issues with the use of AI in music.
Music
Television
fromPolygon
2 months ago

A Zack Snyder show you should have watched plus more Netflix recs

Netflix continues to thrive as a platform for original and licensed shows amidst changes in the streaming industry.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Restaurants, bars consider turning off music as licensing fees skyrocket

The rise of streaming has increased licensing costs and complexity for venues, causing concerns among small businesses regarding the fairness of the current music licensing system.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Sports fans 'flabbergasted' after Sportsnet announces double-digit price hike | CBC News

Sportsnet+ will increase annual prices significantly, implementing a 30% hike for premium and a 25% hike for standard packages.
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