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AT&T expands Connected Car platform with LiveOne, Cisco

At AutoTech Detroit, AT&T, Cisco and LiveOne announced an expansion of AT&T’s Connected Car platform in the US. The collaboration supports in‑vehicle entertainment through simplified integration for automotive OEMs, powered by AT&T’s wireless network, Cisco’s innovative multi‑party billing capabilities, and content from LiveOne and its subsidiary Slacker Radio. AT&T’s Connected Car platform serves as the […]

June 4, 2026

The Walking Dead FAST channel launching in UK

AMC Global Media UK has announced at SXSW London a dedicated FAST channel for The Walking Dead Universe (TWDU). Launching this June across a number of UK FAST platforms, the channel requires no subscription, allowing audiences to drop in and discover the iconic Walking Dead franchise without the need to sign up or search. The […]

June 3, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Report: YouTube overtakes Netflix in daily viewing time

Digital i has released its report, The YouTube Era: 2025 in Review, revealing continued growth in daily viewing on the Google-owned video portal, as well as a shift in consumption from mobile devices to TV screens, and how audience engagement compares with Netflix. The report identifies the demographics and markets powering YouTube’s growth; highlights the […]

June 3, 2026

Report: FAST goes mainstream

Rakuten TV, the European streaming platform, has unveiled a new research report, The FAST Advantage, exploring how FAST is rapidly becoming a mainstream viewing behaviour across Europe, reshaping how audiences discover, engage with and access content. The findings from the report were presented by Cédric Dufour, CEO and President of Rakuten TV, at SXSW 2026 […]

June 3, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Europol claims major anti-piracy success

Criminal networks making millions from illegal access to premium sports broadcasts, film and television channels have been targeted in a major international operation coordinated by Bulgaria with Europol’s support. The seven-month operation resulted in 29 arrests, the dismantling of nine organised crime groups and the removal of over 27,000 illegal streaming URLs. Operation KRATOS 2 […]

June 3, 2026By Colin Mann

Netflix launches book-to-screen hub

Netflix has rolled out ‘Watch Your Favourite Books’ globally, a dedicated hub on the platform inspired by the vibrant book community and the popularity of its adaptations. “We’ve seen a real passion from fans around Netflix’s library of book adaptations,” commented Mansi Patel, Netflix’s Senior Director of  Product Merchandising. “Our team looked to celebrate that […]

June 3, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Llanymynech pub fined for Sky Sports piracy

A pub landlord has been ordered to pay £19,000 (€22,000) after being convicted for showing Sky Sports without a commercial subscription. John Peter Turner, the licensee of the Dolphin Inn pub in Llanymynech, on the Powys/Shropshire border in Wales, was found guilty in his absence of two offences in relation to the dishonest broadcast of […]

June 3, 2026By Colin Mann

Canadian government vows to keeping streaming and broadcasting services affordable

Canada’s new government says it is committed to supporting Canadian culture and making life more affordable for Canadians. Consequently, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, has announced federal investments of C$600 million per year to provide stability and immediate support to Canada’s audio and audiovisual […]

June 3, 2026

Bukayo Saka: The Time is Now documentary on Disney+

Bukayo Saka: The Time is Now, a new documentary film produced in partnership with Arsenal and England footballer Bukayo Saka, will be available to stream on Disney+ from June 5th. The documentary, made in partnership with WhatsApp and entertainment agency Modern Arts, arrives at the pinnacle of Arsenal’s historic season as they’ve just won the […]

June 3, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Forecast: Freely in 10.5m homes by 2034

Everyone TV, the organisation running the UK’s free-to-view television platforms, has published updated forecasts from 3 Reasons, the independent analyst and specialist in TV platform dynamics. As government considers the long-term future of TV distribution, the new projections add robust evidence to the ongoing debate on how viewers will access TV in the coming years. […]

June 2, 2026