Author: Luke Bouma
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Amazon’s Jeff Bezos Eyes Buying CNBC
Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is reportedly considering a bold move to acquire CNBC, the prominent cable network known for business programs like “Squawk Box” and “Mad Money with Jim Cramer,” according to sources familiar with the matter that talked with The New York Post. The 61-year-old e-commerce magnate has expressed interest in purchasing the network…
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Comcast Launches Cheaper Internet Packages For Students
Today Comcast announced new cheaper internet packages for students heading off to college. Offering fast WiFi at budget-friendly prices, Xfinity’s latest student-focused promotion, launched on this month, gives college students a reason to look at Comcast instead of 5G Home Internet plans. Xfinity’s back-to-school offer provides university students in Comcast markets access to the nation’s…
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AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile Add 932,000 5G Home Internet Customers in Just 3 Months as Comcast & Spectrum Feel The Cord-Cutting 2.0 Pain
In a seismic shift for the U.S. telecommunications AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile collectively added 932,000 5G Home Internet subscribers in the second quarter of 2025, capitalizing on the growing trend of “Cord-Cutting 2.0.” This surge underscores the increasing consumer preference for wireless broadband alternatives, driven by affordability, flexibility, and the rapid expansion of 5G networks.…
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T-Mobile Added Over 454,000 5G Home Internet Customers In the 2nd Quarter of 2025
T-Mobile US, Inc. has once again proven its dominance in the world of home internet service, reporting over 454,000 new 5G Home Internet Customres. The company added an impressive 454,000 5G Home Internet customers, marking a 12% year-over-year increase and solidifying its position as the industry leader in 5G broadband net additions. This surge brings…
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Court Strikes Down FCC’s Rule Banning One Company From Owning Multiple ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations in A Single Market
In a significant ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has delivered a partial blow to the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) long-standing Local Television Ownership Rule, specifically targeting the provision known as the Top-Four Prohibition. The decision, handed down on July 23, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over…
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Free Streaming Services Revenue Surge to $4.9 Billion in 2024 As The Roku Channel, Tubi, Pluto TV, & More Grow
In a seismic shift for the streaming industry, free, ad-supported television services like Pluto TV, Tubi, and The Roku Channel generated a staggering $4.9 billion in revenue in 2024, according to a recent report from PwC. This rapidly growing subcategory of over-the-top (OTT) media is outpacing the broader streaming market and is projected to nearly…
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Comcast Hopes Sports Can Save Its Cable TV Networks & Streaming Service
In a strategic move to capitalize on the enduring appeal of live sports, Comcast’s NBCUniversal is in early discussions to launch a new sports-focused cable TV network, potentially debuting as early as this fall, according to sources familiar with the matter per a report from the Wall Street Journal. The proposed channel would primarily feature…
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Bluey Made For Adults… That’s The Plan From The BBC
In a bold move to capitalize on the unprecedented success of Bluey, one of the world’s top children’s TV programme, the BBC has announced plans to transform the beloved cartoon into an all-encompassing “lifestyle brand” targeting audiences of all ages. The Emmy-winning series, centered around a lovable blue heeler dog and her family, has captured…
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18 Years Ago Today Drew Carey Was Named New Host of “The Price Is Right”
Today marks the 18th anniversary of a pivotal moment in television history when, on July 23, 2007, comedian Drew Carey announced he would succeed the legendary Bob Barker as host of the iconic game show The Price Is Right. The announcement came during a lively interview on Late Show with David Letterman, sending shockwaves through…
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Spectrum and Comcast Partner with T-Mobile to Deliver Mobile Services to U.S. Business Customers
Charter Communications, Inc. the parent company of Spectrum and Comcast announced today a multi-year exclusive agreement with T-Mobile to provide mobile services to their business customers across the United States. The service, set to launch in 2026, will operate under Charter’s Spectrum Mobile for Business and Comcast’s Comcast Business Mobile brands. This partnership establishes a…