Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2024-11-23
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Disney+ Introduces Continuous Playlists to Enhance Viewing Experience
Disney+ is introducing continuous playlists to its US subscribers, offering a range of curated content including news, preschool shows, seasonal favorites, and blockbuster films. These playlists, akin to FAST channels without ads, are part of the...Amagi & Anoki Team Up to Boost Contextual CTV Advertising
Amagi and Anoki have announced a partnership to leverage AI-powered contextual advertising for FAST channels, aiming to enhance viewer engagement, boost monetization, and deliver relevant ads.Deutsche Welle Selects EBU's PEACH Platform for Content Recommendations
Deutsche Welle (DW) has chosen the PEACH platform created by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) as a recommendation engine for its digital products. DW will leverage the platform to provide users with personalized content suggestions based on...US Army Embraces Space Warfare in Wake of Ukraine Conflict
The US Army is drawing lessons from the war in Ukraine and adapting its strategy to prepare for a future of space-based warfare. The conflict has highlighted the importance of electronic warfare and the need to protect crucial satellite...NASA Considers Returning Astronauts From Space Station on SpaceX Crew Dragon After Starliner Thruster Concerns
NASA is evaluating options to return two astronauts from the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon after concerns about the performance of reaction control system thrusters on the Boeing CST-100 Starliner spacecraft.Roku Launches Dedicated Free Sports Channel: Roku Sports Channel
Roku is bringing its top sports content into a dedicated free, ad-supported channel, Roku Sports Channel. The channel will offer a wide range of live and on-demand sports programming, including Major League Baseball games, talk shows, and exclusive...Roku Launches Free Sports Channel for its Streaming Platform
Roku is expanding its sports offerings with the launch of Roku Sports Channel, a free ad-supported channel featuring live games, shows, and original programming.AspireTV Premieres Two New Original Series this Fall
AspireTV is launching two new original series, "Style Kings" and "Cut to It," this fall as part of its "Power Players" hour. The shows feature successful Black entrepreneurs and barbers, highlighting their contributions to art, culture, and style.Impulse Space Unveils New Solutions for Geostationary Orbit Operations
Impulse Space has announced two new offerings for satellites reaching Geostationary Orbit (GEO): a rideshare program and an upgraded orbital transfer vehicle. These solutions offer flexibility and cost-effectiveness for deploying small satellites to...Dcubed secures oversubscribed Series A funding to scale satellite actuator production
Dcubed, a German space startup, has raised oversubscribed Series A funding to scale its production of satellite actuators and drive its position in in-space manufacturing. The funding will allow the company to quadruple production by the end of 2024.Impulse Space Launches GEO Rideshare Program for Small Satellites
Impulse Space is launching a GEO rideshare program to provide cost-effective and timely access to geostationary orbit for small satellites. The program will use the company's Helios tug and upgraded Mira spacecraft.Dcubed Raises $4.8 Million to Expand In-Space Manufacturing
German startup Dcubed has secured 4.4 million euros ($4.8 million) in Series A funding to expand production, demonstrate in-space manufacturing, and establish a U.S. office. The company aims to launch at least twice in 2024 and once in 2026 with...Nxtedition to Showcase Agile Microservices-Based Approach to Storytelling at IBC 2024
Nxtedition will be showcasing its agile microservices-based approach to storytelling on stand 7.A02 at IBC 2024 from 13-16 September. The company will also be demonstrating its use of open source AI for both security and cost savings.Blue Lucy to Showcase BOLT Asset Portal at IBC 2024
Blue Lucy will unveil BOLT, an asset portal designed for easy content access and management, at IBC 2024. The company will also demonstrate BLAM's extensive integration capabilities and introduce its new AI assistant, Lucia.Wohler Technologies Releases New Module to Enable 12G-SDI Monitoring
Wohler Technologies has released a new module, OPT-RMOC-12G, that allows 3G-SDI capable monitors to be upgraded to 12G-SDI (4K) capable monitors. The module also adds Remote Monitoring capability for use with Wohler’s new MAVRIC Cloud-based...Google TV Streamer: New Hardware Device with Enhanced Features
Google unveils the Google TV Streamer, a new streaming device with 4K compatibility, an ethernet port, a redesigned remote, and tighter Google Home integration. It will launch in September 2024 at $99.99.Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News to Shut Down
Future, the parent company of Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News, announced that both publications will cease operations at the end of September 2024. The company will launch a new digital newsletter focused on media and entertainment.Small Satellites Offer Cost-Effective Solution to NASA’s Budget Crunch
As NASA faces budget cuts, small satellites are emerging as a cost-effective solution for conducting high-quality science missions, offering a promising avenue for future exploration.BBC Research & Development to Focus on AI, Media Distribution, and Standards
The BBC’s Chief Technology Officer, Peter O’Kane, details changes to BBC Research & Development, including a focus on AI, media distribution, and technology standards, following staff reductions.Digi Acquires Portugal's Nowo Communications for €150 Million
Romania's Digi has purchased Nowo Communications from Spain's MasMovil for €150 million, becoming Portugal's fourth-largest telecom operator. The acquisition comes after Vodafone Portugal's bid to acquire Nowo was rejected.