Author: Luke Bouma
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Roku’s Revenue From The Sale of Roku TVs & Roku Players is Now Less Than 10% of Its Total Revenue, Helping to Explain What Drives Its Changes
Over the past decade, Roku has undergone a profound shift in its core business strategy, moving away from reliance on physical device sales toward a sophisticated digital platform fueled by advertising and subscription revenues. What once centered on manufacturing and selling streaming players and sticks has evolved into an expansive ecosystem where the company’s primary…
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The CW Network Makes Bold Push into College Football with Record 32Games in 2026, as It Uses Sports to Fight Cord Cutting
The CW Network announced its most ambitious college football schedule to date, committing to 32 regular-season games and more than 140 hours of live coverage this fall. This marks the largest slate in the network’s history and underscores its ongoing transformation into a destination for sports programming as it battles industry-wide cord-cutting challenges. The expanded…
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NPR News Layoffs More Staff After Federal Funding Cuts
National Public Radio announced major staff reductions on May 27, 2026, as part of a broader effort to address financial challenges stemming from the elimination of federal support for public media. The network laid off 10 journalists and saw at least 18 others depart through voluntary buyout programs, resulting in a roughly 4 percent cut…
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Pluto TV is Going All In on Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen In June
Pluto TV is embracing a major nostalgia play this summer by dedicating an entire programming block to the iconic films of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Beginning June 1, the free ad-supported streaming service will make five classic Olsen twins movies available to viewers around the clock for the full month, positioning the lineup as a…
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38 Years Ago Today: The Final Episode of ‘Punky Brewster’ Aired on NBC in 1988
On May 27, 1988, television audiences bid farewell to one of the 1980s most endearing family sitcoms as the final episode of Punky Brewster concluded its run. The series, which had captured the hearts of young viewers and families alike with its blend of humor, optimism, and heartfelt lessons about resilience and belonging, wrapped up…
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YouTube Enhances AI Detection and Labeling Systems to Promote Transparency in Video Content
YouTube has rolled out significant upgrades to its systems for identifying and labeling content that has been meaningfully altered or generated using artificial intelligence. These changes aim to help viewers distinguish between authentic footage and material modified in ways that could mislead audiences, addressing growing concerns over synthetic media in an era of advanced generative…
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Can You Switch Back to The Old Roku Home Screen? Yes & No – Here is What You Need to Know
Roku has officially begun rolling out its most significant home screen redesign in years, introducing a refreshed interface packed with personalized recommendations, an enhanced quick access section for frequently used applications, and additional content discovery tools. The update, which started reaching a broader audience of users this week, aims to make navigation more engaging and…
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Big Changes Are Coming to Roku TVs & Roku Players As Roku Officially Rolls Out Its New Home Screen
Disclaimer: We would like to thank Roku for inviting us to their event today and helping to make that possible. Roku today has announced that the home screen for its streaming devices and televisions will start to roll out after months of public testing. This update represents the first major redesign of this interface in…
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44 Years Ago Today: Final Episode of “Mork & Mindy” Aired on ABC, Marking the End of a Beloved Sci-Fi Sitcom
Forty-four years ago today, on May 27, 1982, television audiences said goodbye to one of the most delightfully original sitcoms of the era as the final episode of Mork & Mindy aired on ABC.The show masterfully fused sci-fi whimsy with warm, character-driven comedy, following an eccentric alien from the planet Ork who lands in Boulder,…
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YouTube TV is Adding ESPN Unlimited, But When?
Sports fans relying on YouTube TV have waited patiently for deeper integration with ESPN Unlimited content following last year’s contentious carriage dispute. The prolonged blackout of Disney-owned channels, including the full suite of ESPN networks and ABC affiliates, disrupted viewing for millions during a critical stretch of the fall sports calendar. Negotiations stretched for weeks…