Bark TV, a multiplatform channel featuring 24-hour-a-day programming dedicated to dog lovers, is now available as a free ad-supported TV (FAST) channel on Xumo Play on the US. Bark TV offers feel-good content from a mix of original programming and licensed television series. “Bark TV has really resonated with viewers, and its launch on Xumo […]
Toba Media, a venture studio founded by Floris Bauer and Van Toffler that builds and invests in new media brands and channels, has announced the launch of #SayWhat?!, a reality-driven, always-on FAST channel featuring raw social experiments, outrageous challenges, and candid storytelling designed for audiences craving real and unfiltered entertainment. Created in partnership with CUT […]
Remow, the entertainment company dedicated to bringing Japanese content to the rest of the world, has announced the launch of 24/7 Samurai-Showdown, a FAST channel that delivers action-packed sword fights and high-flying ninja acrobatics 24 hours a day. Wiewers in the US can stream the 24/7 Samurai-Showdown channel for free on Prime Video and experience […]
SoFast, a FAST TV tech partner and global distributor of FAST and pay-TV channels, has announced a partnership with Deepdub, a specialist in Hollywood-grade AI-powered dubbing and localization. Effective immediately, SoFast will offer all its clients the ability to launch multilingual FAST channels from English-language content, supported by Deepdub’s AI voice solutions for studio-quality localisation. […]
As traditional media outlets face increasing challenges – declining ad revenues, shrinking newsroom staff, and the closure of local newspapers – many communities are losing access to vital local news and regional programming. However, Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channels are stepping in to fill this gap, providing a platform that not only preserves local […]
Hemisphere Media Group, a US media company targeting the US Hispanic and Latin American markets, has partnered with Samsung to bring the WAPA+ FAST channel to the US vua Samsung TV Plus – the free TV streaming service that comes pre-installed on all Samsung Smart TVs and Galaxy devices. “On Samsung TV Plus, WAPA+ gives […]
Dr Phil’s MeritTV has announced a strategic partnership with madSense to create Merit Pulse, a real‑time AI targeting platform that converts live social‑media topic engagement scores from Dr. Phil’s Merit TV assets —including Dr. Phil’s 20 million + online community—into precise, cross‑platform ad placements on Merit TV’s linear, FAST, app, social and podcast outlets. Described as a […]
Samsung TV Plus has announced that it has nearly 700 streaming channels now in the US – claiming ti offer more than any of the other major FAST platforms. The curated line-up includes more than 100 exclusive channels and delivers entertainment across all key categories including live sports, music, kids, Spanish language, K-Content, films and […]
Rakuten TV, the European streaming platforms, has announced a new agreement with Mattel, the toy manufacturing and entertainment company. This partnership will bring a lineup of Mattel’s iconic children’s content across Europe. The content will be available on Rakuten TV’s Family channel and will also be accessible on-demand as part of Rakuten TV’s library of […]
Independent distributor All3Media International is expanding its portfolio of channels with the launch of original new FAST channel Demand Drama, which will be available in the UK this April. Demand Drama brings audiences a variety of titles from All3Media International’s scripted catalogue. The schedule mixes crime dramas and thrillers with family-friendly favourites, dramas and soaps. […]