MediaDailyNews
Thursday, December 12, 2013
  • Mediaocean Floats IPO (Is There An App For That?)

    Fresh on the heels of high-profile public "exits" by some of Madison Avenue's biggest suppliers, most notably Nielsen, another one of the ad industry's … Read the whole story

  • Smart TVs Up Video Viewing Hours

    Among new TV devices, connected TV viewers -- those with new smart TVs -- continue to view longer programs and videos. TV viewers spent … Read the whole story

  • 'USA Today' Content Added To Local Gannett Newspapers

    "USA Today" content will begin appearing in Gannett's local newspapers, in a move intended to expand its reach. A local edition of USA Today … Read the whole story

  • ABC Family Taps Ascheim As President

    Tom Ascheim, former Nickelodeon and "Newsweek" media executive, has been named the new president of ABC Family. He will report to Anne Sweeney, co-chair, … Read the whole story

  • A&E To Transform BIO Channel Into FYI

    A rare lackluster-performance channel at A+E Networks, BIO Channel, is getting an overall facelift: a new name, direction and viewer focus: BIO will become … Read the whole story

  • NA Reorg For Publicis Worldwide

    Previously the shop's Canadian and U.S. operations had been separate, but are now under one management roof. Parent company CEO Maurice Levy expects "formidable … Read the whole story

  • Will Discovery Acquire Scripps Networks Interactive?

    Fresh reports over the acquisition of Scripps Networks Interactive -- owners of Food Network and HGTV -- by Discovery Communications have spiked Scripps' stock. … Read the whole story

  • AT&T Cuts Broadband Prices For Austin Users Who OK Ad Targeting

    AT&T, which is rolling out high-speed broadband service in Austin, Texas, intends to offer a cheaper plan to subscribers who are willing to receive … Read the whole story

  • Carrie Nation: My Favorite Things To Hate

    Last week, NBC's much-discussed live production of "The Sound of Music" brought in 18.5 million viewers -- the network's highest ratings since the finale … Read the whole story