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CES 2025 highlights advancements in AI and home entertainment, with Google’s Gemini AI, Samsung’s Vision AI, and LG’s OLED panels leading innovations in personalization, interactivity, and immersive viewing. Streaming and advertising convergence takes center stage, as AI-driven strategies enable targeted…

Whale TV is launching Whale OS 10 this quarter, featuring personalized profiles, AI recommendations, and a ChatGPT-powered voice assistant. The new Profit Sharing Program offers TV brands up to 40% of platform revenue. Whale TV+ is now available on all…

Disney has announced plans to merge its Hulu + Live TV service with Fubo, creating the second-largest live TV streaming platform in the U.S., behind YouTube TV. The merger resolves Fubo’s lawsuit against Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery over…

CNBC announced the launch of CNBC+, a business-focused streaming service priced at $14.99 per month or $99.99 annually, with premium tiers offering advanced market data and investor tools. Aimed at deepening engagement with its core audience, CNBC+ provides a global…

Netflix’s NFL Christmas debut drew 24.2 million U.S. viewers, surpassing Peacock and Amazon’s streaming records but falling short of legacy broadcasters like CBS and Fox, which averaged 29 million viewers last year. Despite the gap, Netflix’s global reach and innovative…

Netflix’s NFL Christmas games are a major test of its live sports strategy, putting its streaming tech and reputation on the line. With past glitches still fresh in viewers’ minds, Netflix needs to nail this broadcast to win over fans,…

Crunchyroll is now available on The Roku Channel’s Premium Subscriptions lineup, offering ad-free anime access for $7.99/month or $79.99/year. This partnership expands Crunchyroll’s reach while streamlining subscription management for anime fans. With integrations like Roku and international bundling, Crunchyroll aims…

DAZN will acquire Australia’s Foxtel Group for $2.2 billion, strengthening its position in the Australian market and expanding its global reach. The deal, expected to close by mid-2025, leverages Foxtel’s 4.7 million subscribers and its successful transition to a digital…

Max launched Max Rewind, a year-in-review feature inspired by Spotify Wrapped, offering users personalized recaps of their 2024 streaming habits. However, the feature has drawn criticism for its lack of detailed stats, providing only basic insights into genres and brands.…

Roku has acquired exclusive U.S. streaming rights for X Games Aspen 2025 and a summer event, streaming them on The Roku Channel’s free sports channel. A new X Games FAST channel will feature highlights, interviews, and archival content, aligning with…