Verizon Communications plans to acquire Frontier Communications in an all-cash deal valued at $20 billion to enhance its fiber network. Frontier, with 2.2 million fiber subscribers across 25 states, will add to Verizon’s existing Fios network, expanding their combined fiber…
Philo is launching a brand refresh, including a new logo and interface upgrades, while maintaining its low-cost service. Despite a recent price increase, Philo now includes a free AMC+ subscription, enhancing its content offerings. The platform continues to grow, surpassing…
The streaming industry faces rising subscriber churn as platforms raise prices and competition heats up. Despite adding 55.2 million subscribers in Q1 2024, 50.4 million cancellations occurred, reflecting market volatility. To combat this, streamers are turning to bundling, ad-supported tiers,…
Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have announced Venu Sports, a new live sports streaming service costing $42.99 per month. Launching in fall 2024, Venu will offer a seven-day free trial and feature live sports events from NFL, NBA, MLB,…
The Walt Disney Company and Warner Bros Discovery have launched a new streaming bundle that includes Hulu, Disney Plus, and Max for $17 per month with ads or $30 per month without ads. This bundle, available only through direct billing,…
Verizon is offering a free one-year subscription to Netflix Premium for customers who sign up for Peacock via its "+play" hub, saving users over $275. This bundle, the first of its kind between Netflix and Peacock, is timed to coincide…
Verizon is launching myHome, a new service for home internet customers, offering discounted streaming packages and YouTube TV as a pay-TV provider option. This service allows customers to customize their entertainment experience with "content perks" from streaming services for $10…
Dish Network has announced a deal that offers Netflix's standard plan with ads (regularly $6.99/month) at no additional cost for two years with a Dish TV subscription. This initiative aims to slow subscriber losses by requiring a 24-month commitment. Similar…
Bango and Uber have formed a strategic partnership to expand Uber One memberships through bundling and Superbundling partnerships, initially launching in the U.S. Uber One will be available as an add-on with mobile and broadband plans via Bango's Digital Vending…
Bango forecasts a 66% increase in US sports streaming subscriptions during the upcoming summer Olympic Games, with 29% of households expected to sign up for new streaming services to watch the event. NBCUniversal's Peacock, which holds the streaming rights, is…
