The UK’s largest independent TV broadcaster, Narrative Entertainment, makes its first foray into the FAST TV market with the launch of POP Kids, GREAT! movies and GREAT! christmas channels on Samsung TV Plus, making its vast library of iconic movies and shows accessible to an even wider audience. These new, ad-supported live channels extend the […]
TMB (Trusted Media Brands) in partnership with Synapse TV and Global Distribution Services, have launched two of their CTV streaming channels on Freeview in the UK. The Pet Collective, a 24/7 channel for pet enthusiasts with popular shows like Show Us Your Pets, has launched on Freeview channel 278. FailArmy, a comedy brand and a […]
FAST Channels TV has partnered with CarbonTV, a premium video platform, to deliver a new FAST channel, plus a catalogue of FAST content for the outdoor enthusiast. The latest addition to the FAST Channels TV line-up, Skull Bound TV, sees host and skull artist, Jana Waller, take viewers on hunting and fishing adventures across the […]
AMC Networks and Roku have announced an expanded partnership that will feature AMC Networks’ content and targeted streaming services across The Roku Channel’s ecosystem. The agreement includes the addition of 11 free ad-supported streaming (FAST) channels created and programmed by AMC Networks to The Roku Channel, including an exclusive channel, AMC Showcase, which will feature […]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has announced that its Redbox Free Live TV service has surpassed 150 free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels. Fear Factor, Deal or No Deal, The Biggest Loser, and Wipeout Xtra FAST channels, all from producer-distributor Banijay, were recently added. In addition, Cowboy Way, True Crime Now, Paranormal Files and […]
US multiplay operators Charter Communications and Comcast Corporation have revealed that their streaming platform joint venture will now operate and conduct business as Xumo, evolving the brand from a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service to an entire entertainment ecosystem inclusive of streaming devices, content, and a platform for partners to reach audiences at scale. […]
Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, has announced enhancements to its global connected TV (CTV) programming and advertising infrastructure by partnering with Amagi, the global leader in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and connected TV. “As Vevo expands and monetises on CTV worldwide, we are extending our capabilities correspondingly in order to work with […]
Across Samsung Smart TVs in Europe, ad-supported video on demand (AVoD) services’ share of streaming hours per TV screen has increased 5 percentage points since the beginning of the year. This is an ongoing indication of the evolving way in which audiences are accessing content. As the cost of living rises across the world, and […]
Rovr Pets has launched on Samsung TV Plus in the US. It marks the third FAST channel from Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG), an independent producer and distributor of original programming. Rovr Pets features hundreds of hours of pet-themed series produced by HMPG including Dr. Chris Pet Vet, Best Friends FurEver, Ready Set Pet, Tails […]
Pearl TV, the coalition of US broadcast companies transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, is expanding expanded support for digital video advertising technology in its Web TV platform, RUN3TV. It brings digital advertising capabilities equivalent to the web and connected TV, and is a key driver for broadcaster’s return on investment in NEXTGEN TV services. Now with […]