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Australia: France 24 FAST channel on SBS

France 24’s English-language FAST channel is now available on SBS On Demand, the streaming platform proposed by the Australian operator SBS (Special Broadcasting Service). With over 12 million users across connected devices nationwide, SBS On Demand offers a significant new audience for France 24’s content. The partnership will provide Australian viewers with free access to […]

June 30, 2025

RugbyPass TV FAST channel on Samsung TV Plus

World Rugby and Samsung have partnered to launch the RugbyPass TV FAST channel on Samsung TV Plus. Available in in the UK immediately, and launching soon in the US this collaboration is the latest development in scaling up the global digital footprint of Rugby Pass as it looks to grow rugby’s audience share in key […]

June 27, 2025

Six Nations Rugby, France Télévisions agree new deal

Six Nations Rugby and France Télévisions (France TV) have agreed a new four-year partnership. The new agreement will give rugby fans in France access to free-to-air coverage of every single fixture from the Men’s and Women’s Six Nations Championships, starting in 2026. It also sees France TV build on its 33-year relationship with the Men’s […]

June 27, 2025

QVC, HSN and more now streaming on Philo

Philo, the US streaming service, has added five new channels to its standalone, free channel lineup – bringing the total to over 110 channels available to anyone, no subscription required. The new channels are also included in the $28/month Core channel lineup, which features 70+ top-rated pay-TV channels and the entire AMC+ library. The new […]

June 25, 2025

Virgin TV adds British Screen Classics, wedoTV movies channels

Virgin Media O2 has launched two new FAST channels, providing customers the opportunity to watch an array of new content at no extra cost. Available to Virgin TV customers directly via their set-top box, the new FAST channels offer viewers 24/7 access to binge-worthy TV favourites. Virgin TV customers will gain access to: British Screen […]

June 24, 2025

The Women’s Cup 2025 on VIZIO WatchFree+ in US

The Women’s Cup has announced that VIZIO WatchFree+ will once again be the exclusive US destination to watch their Global Series Summer 2025 live matches. The 2024 tournament marked the first ever live sporting events hosted exclusively on WatchFree+ and this year the partnership returns with new international locations. The Women’s Cup, a women’s professional […]

June 20, 2025

OUTtv launches FAST channel on Freeview UK

OUTtv, the LGBTQ+ streaming service, is continuing to expand its UK footprint with the launch of its FAST channel, OUTflix Proud. on Freeview in the UK. Freeview audiences can now watch OUTflix’s signature mix of LGBTQ+ original series, reality shows, documentaries, and feature films without a subscription, as part of Freeview’s line-up. Originally a broadcast-only […]

June 18, 2025

The Filipino Channel launches on Channelbox via Freeview UK

Global Distribution Services has announced the launch of The Filipino Channel (TFC) on Channelbox, now available to UK audiences on Freeview Channel 271. Operated by ABS-CBN Europe, TFC is the platform for Filipino entertainment and news. This launch marks the first time a dedicated Filipino FAST channel is available on Freeview, giving UK-based Filipino communities—and fans of dynamic Asian content—free, easy access to 24/7 […]

June 17, 2025

Tubi adds 1,000+ movies and TV episodes to UK library

Tubi, Fox Corporation’s ad-supported streaming service, has expanded upon its content offering in the UK with over a thousand movies and TV episodes added to its free VoD library. Following recent content deals with studios including AMC Networks, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal (NBCU), New Regency and Sony Pictures Entertainment, Tubi viewers in the UK now have access […]

June 16, 2025

Report: Netflix the preferred streamer for Spaniards

Netflix is the most popular streaming platform in Spain, ranking significantly higher than its rivals. The latest CNMC Panel de Hogares (‘Household Panel’) report reveals that, when asked: “Which SVoD platform do you use the most?” most respondents answered Netflix (44.1 per cent), followed by Prime Video in second (21.4 per cent) and Movistar Plus+ […]

June 16, 2025From David Del Valle in Madrid