Social Media
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Report: Sonos and Roku in Talks to Integrate Technologies
Sonos and Roku are in talks to integrate Roku Connect and Roku Entertainment Assistant software into Sonos’ audio devices, according to a report from CNET citing an anonymous source. The integration would allow voice commands to be sent to a Roku device, such as a Roku TV, via a Sonos speaker. “The discussions are in … Continue reading “Report: Sonos and Roku in Talks to Integrate Technologies”
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Cinedigm Appoints Erick Opeka President of Digital Networks
Cinedigm has named Erick Opeka president of digital networks. In this role, Opeka will helm the strategy, development, launch, and operations of the company’s growing roster of premium digital-first channels and products, which includes the factual network Docurama; fandom lifestyle network CONtv; gaming and eSports network WHAM; the family friendly Dove Channel and Dove Kids; … Continue reading “Cinedigm Appoints Erick Opeka President of Digital Networks”
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Streamer DAZN Inks Mexico Boxer Canelo Álvarez to Record $365 Million Fight Contract
In a move that could elevate OTT video in live sports, DAZN, the nascent London-based fight streaming platform, has signed Mexican boxing champion Canelo Álvarez to a 11-fight, $365 million fight deal – reportedly the richest athlete contract in history. In addition to the size of the contract, which runs through 2023, the deal transfers … Continue reading “Streamer DAZN Inks Mexico Boxer Canelo Álvarez to Record $365 Million Fight Contract”
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Federal Appeals Court Sets Argument Date for AT&T, DOJ Case
The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has slated Dec. 6 the date for oral arguments in the Justice Department’s legal challenge of the AT&T/Time Warner merger. The DOJ in July filed an appeal of U.S. District Court Judge Richard Leon’s ruling that the $85 billion merger was not anticompetitive or … Continue reading “Federal Appeals Court Sets Argument Date for AT&T, DOJ Case”
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MoviePass Owner Names New Communications Director
Fiscally challenged theatrical ticket subscription service MoviePass needs a new message and corporate owner Helios and Matheson Analytics needs a financial miracle. The two entities Oct. 17 announced the appointment of Maayan Nave as executive director and president of global communications. Nave will lead all marketing, strategic communications and public relations initiatives for HMNY, MoviePass, … Continue reading “MoviePass Owner Names New Communications Director”
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Facebook Bringing Back ‘The Real World’ Reality TV Show
MTV Studios, a subsidiary of Viacom’s MTV, Oct. 17 announced a partnership with Facebook to reboot reality TV pioneer “The Real World” for three new seasons debuting in spring 2019. Originally created for MTV in 1992 by Jonathan Murray and the late Mary-Ellis Bunim of Bunim/Murray Productions, “MTV’s The Real World” was a trailblazing social experiment. It was … Continue reading “Facebook Bringing Back ‘The Real World’ Reality TV Show”
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Roku Resumes Selling Streaming Media Devices in Mexico
Roku Oct. 16 announced it would resume sales of streaming media devices in Mexico. This follows a favorable ruling from the 11th Collegiate Court in Mexico City. “Today’s decision is an important victory for Roku and its Mexican distributor, Latamel Distribuidora, and Mexican retailers in the legal battle against an improper ban on sales of its … Continue reading “Roku Resumes Selling Streaming Media Devices in Mexico”
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Ampere: Facebook Video Losing Traction Among Users
Despite a monthly global users base around 2 billion, Facebook users aren’t streaming much video, according to new data from Ampere Analysis. The London-based research firm found that video streaming among Facebook users in the United States dropped to less than a quarter (23.7%) in the third quarter of 2018, compared to 35.5% in Q3 … Continue reading “Ampere: Facebook Video Losing Traction Among Users”
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Snap Bows Original Programming
Social media app Snap Oct. 10 announced the launch of Snap Originals and the debut of serialized programming, including its first formal slate of scripted shows and docuseries from Bunim/Murray Productions, the Duplass Brothers and Brad Weston’s Makeready, as well as established film and television writers. Snap also announced NBC Universal extended its content production … Continue reading “Snap Bows Original Programming”
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Sling TV Launches New Campaign With Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman
Sling TV Oct. 1 launched a new multimedia marketing campaign called “Meet the Slingers,” featuring married couple and actors Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally. The first two spots are called “Freedom” and “Stretch.” “We are excited to introduce Megan and Nick, who were already Slingers, as the new faces of the Slinging lifestyle,” said Michael … Continue reading “Sling TV Launches New Campaign With Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman”
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Universal Unleashes AR Experience With Facebook to Promote ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’
To mark the global 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD release of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has partnered with Facebook and Messenger to unleash sharable in-store and in-home augmented reality experiences showcasing the film’s dinosaurs. The AR experiences featuring different dinosaurs from the film will debut Sept. 18 timed to the film’s North American … Continue reading “Universal Unleashes AR Experience With Facebook to Promote ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’”
