Author: Luke Bouma
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Cord Cutting 2.0 Is Hitting Comcast & Spectrum Hard in 2026 As Customers Cancel Internet & TV
Major cable providers Comcast and Charter Communications, which operates Spectrum, reported significant subscriber declines in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring a deepening shift in how Americans access television and internet services. Between the two companies, they shed a combined 382,000 television subscribers and 185,000 broadband internet customers during the three months ending March 31.…
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DISH’s Deal With SpaceX Could Save The Company & Bring In $32 Billion
In a dramatic turnaround that has reshaped the future of one of America’s oldest satellite television providers, EchoStar Corporation’s recent spectrum transactions with SpaceX have injected critical capital and strategic advantages into its DISH Network subsidiary. The deals, finalized in late 2025, stand to deliver billions in immediate liquidity and long-term value, potentially averting the…
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Roku Now Has 34 Live Channels Dedicated To Classic TV Shows on Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has expanded its free streaming offerings with the addition of 34 new live channels dedicated entirely to classic television programming. The move brings a wide array of beloved series and franchises from decades past directly to viewers without any subscription fees, relying instead on ad-supported viewing through The Roku Channel. These channels operate on…
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Your Local ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC Station May Have to Give Up Their Free OTA TV Channel For 6G Internet, Big DIRECTV Changes, & CNN is About to Change – The Top Cord Cutting Stories of The Past Week
The cord-cutting movement continues to evolve rapidly as technological advancements, regulatory proposals, and corporate strategies transform how consumers access television content. This past week brought several significant developments that could influence everything from free over-the-air broadcasts to streaming device performance and cable news operations. One major story involves potential changes to free over-the-air television. A…
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SiriusXM is Reportedly in Talks to Buy iHeartMedia
iHeartMedia Inc. is engaged in early-stage discussions with Sirius XM Holdings Inc. about a potential merger or sale, as both companies navigate an audio industry grappling with stagnant growth and intense competition from digital streaming platforms and podcasts, according to a report from Bloomberg. The preliminary talks, which remain confidential and could still fall apart…
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24 Years Ago Today, The TV Network G4 First Launched
Today marks the 24th anniversary of a milestone in cable television history, when the video game-focused network G4 made its initial on-air appearance. On April 24, 2002, G4 began broadcasting a week-long demo reel that served as a preview of its upcoming lineup and helped build anticipation among early cable subscribers. This soft launch allowed…
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YouTube is Adding More Ads That Play As You Watch
YouTube has introduced a fresh advertising format for mobile users watching livestreams, allowing promotional content to appear alongside the ongoing broadcast rather than interrupting it entirely. This change marks an expansion of a feature previously limited to desktop and television platforms, now making its way to smartphones and tablets where many viewers consume content on…
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New Unsolved Mysteries Episodes Are Being Posted On YouTube For Free With New Details
In a significant development for true crime enthusiasts and longtime fans of mysterious cases, the iconic television series Unsolved Mysteries has made its full-length episodes available on YouTube. The platform now hosts a comprehensive collection of the show’s episodes, allowing viewers worldwide to stream them at no cost. This move brings the classic program into…
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YouTube TV is On Track to Become Larger Than Comcast & Spectrum in 2026 & Become America’s Largest Provider of Live TV
YouTube TV is on track to become the largest provider of live television in the United States by the end of 2026, eclipsing longtime cable leaders Spectrum and Comcast. The milestone would mark a seismic shift in the television industry, driven by millions of households abandoning traditional cable and satellite services in favor of more…
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Spectrum is Once Again Losing TV Customers After Many Thought They Had Figured Out a Way to Stop Cord Cutting
Charter Communications, the operator of Spectrum services, reported continued erosion in its core customer base during the first quarter of 2026. The company lost a net 120,000 internet subscribers in the three-month period ending March 31, reducing its total internet customer count to 29.6 million. Residential internet accounts accounted for the bulk of the decline,…