Author: Luke Bouma
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YouTube to Use AI to Add Age Restrictions for U.S. Users Starting in August 2025
Starting August 13, 2025, YouTube will introduce an age estimation model for U.S.-based users to identify those under 18, regardless of the birthdate provided during account creation. The initiative aims to enhance protections and deliver age-appropriate experiences for teenage users, including enabling digital wellbeing tools and displaying only non-personalized ads. This move builds on YouTube’s…
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T-Mobile Will Complete $4.4 Billion Acquisition of UScellular This Week
In a landmark move for the U.S. telecommunications industry, T-Mobile US, Inc. has finalized its $4.4 billion acquisition of United States Cellular Corporation’s (UScellular) wireless operations, effective today, Friday, August 1, 2025. The transaction, which includes $2.4 billion in cash and the assumption of $2 billion in UScellular debt, marks a significant step in T-Mobile’s…
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Amazon’s Back-to-School Sale Offers $10 Off $50 on Every Day School Supplies
As the back-to-school season kicks into high gear, Amazon has launched an exciting promotion to help students, parents, and teachers stock up on essential school supplies without breaking the bank. For a limited time, shoppers can save $10 when they spend $50 or more on select back-to-school items, including popular brands like BIC, Elmer’s, EXPO,…
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Netflix Unveils Major Roku App Update with Enhanced Focus on Original and Upcoming Content
Netflix has rolled out a significant update to its Roku app, introducing a revamped user interface designed to spotlight its original programming and upcoming releases. The update, which began rolling out to Roku users this week, features larger ad screens, dedicated rows for Netflix Originals, and a new section highlighting content coming soon to the…
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The Owners of MeTV & MeTV Toons Object to Plans to Shutdown 1.0 Free OTA TV & Mandate ATSC 3.0
Weigel Broadcasting Co., the parent company of MeTV and MeTV Toons, has emerged as a vocal critic of the National Association of Broadcasters’ (NAB) proposal to transition from ATSC 1.0 to ATSC 3.0, warning that the plan could jeopardize free, accessible television for millions of viewers. In a series of meetings with the Federal Communications…
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Walmart Wants to Use AI to Make Shopping Easier
Walmart is going all in on its artificial intelligence (AI) agent strategy, consolidating dozens of specialized AI tools into four streamlined “super agents” to simplify the user experience for customers, employees, engineers, and suppliers. The retail giant shift marks a significant step in its ambitious AI integration efforts per a report from the Wall Street…
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74 Years Ago Today Walt Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland” Was Released
Today marks the 74th anniversary of Walt Disney’s animated musical masterpiece Alice in Wonderland, which first captivated audiences on July 28, 1951. The film, a vibrant adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic novels Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, remains a beloved cornerstone of Disney’s legacy, enchanting generations with its whimsical characters, vivid animation,…
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Comcast Will Spin-Off Its Ownership of Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes into New Independent Company
Comcast Corporation has revealed plans to spin off its popular digital assets, Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes, along with several NBCUniversal cable television networks, into a new, independent, publicly traded company. This move aims to create a focused media entity that will operate independently while leveraging a robust portfolio of news, sports, and entertainment content. The…
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A Popular Streaming Service Has Been Removed From Roku TVs & Streaming Players
Audacy, a leading audio content provider, has officially removed its streaming app from Roku devices, a move that has surprised and disappointed many users who relied on the platform to access hundreds of radio stations, podcasts, and music content through their TVs. The Audacy app, once a staple for audio enthusiasts, provided seamless access to…
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Is Roku Charging You a Monthly Fee? How to Check For and Cancel Subscriptions on Your Roku Device
Are you seeing a monthly charge from Roku on your credit card or bank account statements? Roku devices have become a staple in many households, offering a seamless way to stream content from countless apps and services. With the convenience of subscribing to premium channels directly through the Roku platform, it’s easy to sign up…