Category: Industry News
YouTube and Netflix Are Preserving the Future of Sesame Street. Who Would Have Thought It?
by Olivia Bono | Sep 25, 2025 | Entertainment, Family, Industry News, Streaming
Today I get the rare treat of telling you something these corporations did right. That’s right—Netflix and YouTube have both signed deals with Sesame Workshop that’ll actually improve things for kids and families. It’s a bit of a long story, so let’s jump right into the details.
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YouTube Officially Rolls Out AI Age Verification, What You Need to Know
by Olivia Bono | Sep 8, 2025 | Industry News, Streaming
YouTube’s AI allegedly works by tracking a “variety of signals” like “the types of videos a user is searching for, the categories of videos they have watched, or the longevity of the account.” You need to be 13 to make a Google account, so hypothetically speaking, accounts older than five years should be good to go. Unfortunately, there’s a big gray area there. “Hypothetically speaking” isn’t the same thing as 100% confidence.
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Unsubscribed: New Data Reveals Why Viewers Are Saying Goodbye to Netflix (and Other Streamers)
by Olivia Bono | Sep 8, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Outreach, Streaming
Streaming is the biggest thing in TV right now, and the landscape of the industry is constantly changing. The vast majority of people are subscribed to at least one streaming service. So what would drive someone to cancel their subscription?
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Brace Yourselves: I Calculated the Cost of Watching the NBA on TV, and It’s Not Pretty
by Alex Vejar | Aug 29, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Sports, Streaming, TV
A case study exploring how much it would cost to watch all 82 games of your favorite NBA teams in 2025.
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The Best Remote Cable TV Brands to Watch While on the Go
by Randy Harward | Aug 18, 2025 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Industry News, Reviews, TV
As we become increasingly mobile, it’s important for cable providers to find ways to allow us to take our favorite TV shows on the road. Before the travel bug bites, take time to find a provider that travels well with you and can let you enjoy cable on the go.
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Belichick or Bust? Fans vs. Analysts on Which New College Football Coaches Will Thrive
by Eric Chiu | Aug 15, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Outreach, Sports
Which new college football coaches will survive, thrive, or falter this season? We talked to the fans to find out more.
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ESPN, FOX Launch Streaming Bundle: Why It Matters for Football, Sports Fans
by Eric Chiu | Aug 14, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Sports, Streaming
ESPN and FOX are bundling their streaming services, and here’s what this deal means for your fall sports watching.
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UFC Pay-Per-View Is Dead (Sort Of): What Paramount’s New Deal Means for Fight Fans
by Taylor Kujawa | Aug 13, 2025 | Industry News, Sports, Streaming
Starting in 2026, Paramount+ will distribute the UFC’s entire fight lineup in the U.S. The move comes as part of a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal that replaces the traditional PPV model.
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Sling TV Has Launched a New $5 Streaming Option. Find Out Where and How to Get It
by Logan Jones | Aug 12, 2025 | Industry News, Streaming
In the lead-up to the college football season, Sling TV has announced the introduction of three passes to its current lineup of streaming plans. These temporary streaming options are aimed at sports fans who want the flexibility to pick and choose when they watch, with no contracts or subscriptions required.
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2025 NFL Sunday Ticket Deals Broken Down: Which Ones Are Worth Your Money?
by Logan Jones | Aug 11, 2025 | Industry News, Reviews, Sports, Streaming, TV
NFL Sunday Ticket is always offering up discounts on its $480 yearly price tag. In this guide I’ll examine all the current deals to see which ones offer football fans the best bang for their buck.
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