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From the SAG Actor Awards to the Oscars, find where to stream award-nominated movies and shows. See what’s streaming now and how to subscribe through Xumo.
FAST, Performance, and AI
It’s only early February but the industry has hit the ground running in 2026. From CES kicking off the year in early January to the IAB Annual Leadership Meeting this week, the pace of innovation has been nothing short of breakneck. Conversations across stages and side rooms made it clear that streaming advertising and technology are evolving in real time, at speed.
Xumo Play’s Record 2025 Sets the Stage for Continued FAST Momentum
Xumo’s Lady Learned, VP, Business Operations & Planning, reflects on a record‑setting 2025 for Xumo Play, highlighting strong audience growth, deeper engagement, and expanding momentum across FAST. Learn how strategic distribution, differentiated content, and product innovation are positioning Xumo Play for continued success in the year ahead.
Xumo Gets Direct With The Trade Desk
“We want to have the most direct path to demand,” Jerrold Son, Xumo’s VP of ad operations and integrations, told AdExchanger. And SPO “helps us grow our demand base” as programmatic buying becomes more popular in streaming environments, he added.
Jan 29, 2026
Xumo Expands Direct Access to Premium Streaming Inventory via The Trade Desk’s OpenPath
Direct supply path connection to Xumo’s premium streaming inventory gives advertisers more working media, less latency and clearer paths to performance
Jan 29, 2026
AI, Identity, and the Evolution of Streaming
Jan 23, 2026
How Xumo, DirecTV Are Fighting Fragmentation
Xumo is tackling today’s fragmented video landscape by offering a more unified, intuitive way for viewers to access content across an increasingly cluttered ecosystem. Learn how Xumo is a leader in simplifying discovery and reducing the friction created by walled‑garden platforms.
Jan 14, 2026
How Home Screen Ads Influence Viewer Decisions
Explore insights from Xumo's latest report on why the CTV home screen is prime real estate for advertisers - and how it’s shaping viewer choices in the streaming era.
Jan 14, 2026
Xumo Snags Multiyear Content Deal with Lionsgate, Including Pay-1 Windows
At CES 2026, Xumo and Lionsgate announced a new, multiyear content deal that makes Xumo Play, Google TV Freeplay and Xumo-branded FAST channels the exclusive streaming homes for select Lionsgate films during their pay-1 window.
Jan 07, 2026
Why the Home Screen Is a Winning Address for Advertisers
This new report explores why the home screen is becoming increasingly valuable real estate for advertisers, sharing considerations for how best to leverage them in a way that feels both seamless and novel to viewers, helping to drive results for their brand.
Dec 16, 2025
How Xumo Advertising Is Capturing the Spirit of the Season
Today, as viewing habits continue to shift toward streaming – especially FAST – holiday programming remains a powerful way for brands to connect with consumers in meaningful, memorable ways.
Dec 08, 2025
Watch Xumo's Ying Wang Share Insights on Innovation and the Future of Streaming
Discover how Xumo is shaping the next wave of entertainment experiences in this exclusive interview between Xumo's GM of Advertising Ying Wang and Rajeev Goel, Co-Founder & CEO, PubMatic. Ying discusses the strategies driving Xumo’s growth and her vision for the future of streaming.
Dec 01, 2025
TripleLift Expands Programmatic CTV Pause Ads with Xumo
TripleLift has expanded its programmatic Pause Ad solution by adding free streaming platforms Xumo and Plex, making it easier for brands to scale non-interruptive CTV ads. Xumo’s adoption of Pause Ads reflects a broader industry trend toward innovative ad formats that enhance viewer engagement without disrupting content.
Nov 25, 2025
A Buyer’s POV on Live Sports on Streaming
Over the past few years, the live sports ecosystem has undergone a seismic shift. Streaming platforms, social media, and creator-driven content have transformed how fans engage—and how brands show up.
Nov 19, 2025
The FAST and the Formidable
Xumo's Jiro Egawa shares key takeaways from the OTTx Summit panel ‘The FAST and the Formidable.’ Explore insights on scale, data transparency, and personalization shaping the future of streaming.”
Nov 17, 2025
What to Watch in October on Xumo TV, Stream Box & Xumo Play
Oct 28, 2025
Xumo’s Top Three Takeaways
At Advertising Week 2025, Xumo joined key industry players to explore how innovation, creative ad formats, and strategic partnerships are shaping the next chapter of streaming TV. The discussions revealed a future where streaming and traditional television converge through smarter technology and a shared focus on the viewer.
Oct 16, 2025
How FAST Is Powering the Future of Sports Viewership
In today’s fragmented media landscape, sports programming remains one of the few genres that consistently captures audiences’ attention, loyalty, and real-time engagement.
Oct 14, 2025
Sharp Launches New Smart Xumo TV – Redefining the Intuitive Home Experience
Sharp has launched its AQUOS QLED 4K Ultra HD Smart Xumo TV. Powered by the Xumo operating system, the TV delivers a seamless and intuitive entertainment experience by integrating effortless navigation, universal voice search, and access to hundreds of free streaming channels through Xumo Play.
Oct 14, 2025
Xumo Play Drives Full-Funnel Impact for Zales’ CTV Campaign with WunderKIND Ads
Zales’ latest national campaign leveraged Xumo Play’s innovative Pause Ad format to deliver a 276% lift in QR code scans and directly attributable sales—proving that upper-funnel CTV activations can drive real performance. In partnership with WunderKIND Ads and Connect at Publicis Media, Xumo helped redefine what’s possible in ad-supported streaming. Click to read the full press release.
Sep 25, 2025
Top Picks on Xumo Play’s Latino Channels
Sep 24, 2025
Law & Order FAST Channel Launches on Xumo Play
Law & Order fans can now stream Seasons 5–10 of the iconic series for free on Xumo Play, as part of NBCUniversal’s first-ever dedicated FAST channel launch.
Sep 09, 2025
Your Free Summer Streaming Guide | Xumo Play
Looking for what to watch this summer? Xumo Play offers hundreds of free shows and movies across every mood. No subscription or sign-in required.
Aug 29, 2025
Streaming Picks for Pet Lovers | Free Shows on Xumo Play
Celebrate International Cat Day and National Dog Day with five pet-lover shows you can stream free on Xumo Play. No login or subscription required.
Aug 29, 2025
Late-Summer Throwbacks to Stream Free on Xumo Play
Aug 29, 2025
Bizaar Studios Launches Adult Animation FAST Channel on Xumo Play
Bizaar Studios has launched the Bizaar FAST Channel, a 24/7 free streaming destination for adult animation now available on Xumo Play, offering a curated lineup of globally acclaimed anime, indie shorts, and animated documentaries. As a premier launch partner, Xumo Play expands access to Bizaar’s bold and distinctive content, reinforcing its commitment to delivering diverse, high-quality entertainment to viewers.
Aug 27, 2025
A New Streaming Service for Hisense Smart TVs Powered by Xumo Enterprise
Featuring Over 200 Premium FAST Channels, Hisense Channels Starts Its Rollout on Hisense Smart TVs Today
With Launch, Xumo’s Enterprise Business Powers Over 2,000 FAST Channels Across 30+ Global Platforms
Aug 14, 2025
Xumo Brings Simpler Streaming to Race Fans in Atlanta
Xumo brought free, no-login streaming to NASCAR fans at EchoPark Speedway. See how racegoers experienced the new NASCAR Channel on Xumo.
Aug 05, 2025
Racing, Live Music, Drones, and Streaming with Xumo
Relive the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend with race highlights, Zac Brown Band concert, a drone show, and Xumo’s fan-first streaming experience.
Aug 01, 2025
Spectrum, Xumo and EverPass Announce Launch of EverPass App on Xumo Stream Box for Spectrum Business Customers
Bars and Restaurants Now Have Access to NFL Sunday Ticket and Peacock Sports Pass via the EverPass App, alongside Live TV on Xumo Stream Box for Business
Jul 23, 2025
Xumo Expands Smart TV Portfolio with Nationwide Launch of Westinghouse Xumo TVs
New 4K and HD models will feature Xumo TV’s intuitive discovery, voice search and hundreds of pre-loaded apps.
Jul 14, 2025
“The Grill Next Door” Premiers Exclusively on Xumo Play’s Cook’s Country Channel
Expanded Relationship Between America’s Test Kitchen and Xumo Features the Premiere of Multiple Series on ATK’s Cook’s Country Channel on Xumo Play
Jul 08, 2025
Xumo Enterprise Powers Addition of FAST Channels to Sky Glass and Sky Stream Guides
Sky has integrated six new FAST channels into the TV guide on Sky Glass and Sky Stream devices. By partnering with Xumo Enterprise to integrate the new channels into the guide experience, Sky can offer its customers a new way to discover and enjoy them alongside all their other favorite programming.
Jul 07, 2025
The Top 3 FAST Trends from the 2025 StreamTV Show
At this year's StreamTV Show — the annual event that brings the industry together to drive the future of television forward — Xumo's Anthony Layser identified three emerging trends that dominated FAST discussions.
Jun 25, 2025
Xumo to Take to the Streets of Chicago as Founding Partner
Xumo’s Streaming Devices and Services Make it Easy for Fans to Enjoy Nonstop NASCAR Action At the Track or On-the-Go
Jun 24, 2025
Why Operators of all Sizes Must Embrace Streaming
The evolution of consumer viewing habits has presented new challenges for the pay-TV industry. Some operators, especially small-to-midsize ones who may not have the resources or capital to adapt to the changing entertainment landscape, are shifting their focus solely to their broadband offering.
Jun 17, 2025
Xumo Wins Big at 2025 StreamTV Awards!
Xumo’s Fern Feistel, Erik Bortz, and ad technology, X-AMS, all win top awards at top streaming TV industry event.
Jun 12, 2025
‘Lucky Dog’ FAST Channel to Launch on Xumo Play
Jun 12, 2025
Hearst Media Production Group and Xumo Exclusively Launch Lucky Dog Channel on Xumo Play
Collaboration Highlighted by Original Episodes and Unique Sponsorship Opportunities
Jun 12, 2025
How FAST will Bring the Best of TV to Audiences and Advertisers this Upfronts
Today, U.S. households are spending nearly $70 a month across multiple streaming platforms, with the majority also paying for a traditional TV service. With economic concerns looming, many viewers are increasingly turning to free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) services that offer a free and easy way to access live and on-demand content.
May 20, 2025
NASCAR Channel Launches on Xumo Play, Anchors New NASCAR Hub on Xumo Streaming Devices
May 01, 2025
Xumo’s Ying Wang Named to 2025 Top Women in Media & Ad Tech List
Xumo's GM of Advertising, Ying Wang, has been recognized as a 2025 Top Woman in Media & Ad Tech for her achievements in building and leading Xumo Advertising.
Apr 25, 2025
Xumo Wins Digiday Streaming and Video’s Best Distribution Strategy Award
Find out why Digiday's panel of industry experts selected Xumo for having the best distribution strategy as part of their 2025 Digiday Streaming and Video Awards.
Apr 24, 2025
A Look into Spectrum’s Xumo Stream Box | Built In
Learn about Spectrum's Xumo Stream Box and the future of television in a fragmented streaming landscape.
Apr 03, 2025
Comcast Renews Partnership With Nascar, Extends Xfinity Series Title Sponsorship
NASCAR and Comcast today announced the renewal of their decade-long partnership, with Comcast continuing its role as both a Premier Partner of the NASCAR Cup Series and title sponsor of the Xfinity Series.
Feb 04, 2025
Xumo Sees Sharp TVs as ‘Groundbreaking’ Move into Premium Tier – Beet.TV
LAS VEGAS — Free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) operator Xumo is partnering with Japanese electronics manufacturer Sharp to make its platform the operating system on a new lin...
Jan 09, 2025
Sharp Selects Xumo for New 2025 AQUOS QLED Smart TVs
New line of Sharp AQUOS QLED 4K UHD TVs will be powered by Xumo TV’s simple navigation, voice search and hundreds of pre-loaded apps
Jan 08, 2025
Xumo Expands Partnership with Google TV™ to Distribute and Monetize FAST Channels on Google TV Freeplay
Advertisers Can Now Buy Inventory Through Xumo on Google TV Freeplay, Giving Them a Simple Way to Reach Audiences at Scale
Jan 07, 2025
GCI Launches Xumo Stream Box
Xumo Stream Box Makes Streaming Easy, Simplifying Content Discovery with Voice Search and a Personalized, Content-first User Experience
Dec 12, 2024
Xumo To Make Ad Inventory Available Programmatically With PubMatic
Integration will expand reach and targeting capabilities across Xumo’s content
Nov 22, 2024
From live TV to on-demand movies and shows, Xumo Play stands out
And the best part? You don’t even have to sign up to watch everything Xumo Play has to offer.
Nov 21, 2024
a next-level voice-activated streaming device for internet customers
Cox has joined Xfinity, Spectrum and Mediacom as the fourth U.S.-based operator to offer Xumo Stream Box to its customers.
Oct 18, 2024
Cox is the Latest to Integrate Xumo FAST Channels into Linear Guide; Sky Slated to Follow
Xumo Enterprise, the business-to-business arm of the Xumo joint venture between Comcast and Charter Communications, has partnered with Cox Communications to integrate free ad-supported TV (FAST) channels into its linear guide to offer customers more quality programming at no additional cost.
Sep 05, 2024
Xumo 2024 FAST Report Reveals Shifting Entertainment Habits Toward Free and Easy Streaming
Time-Spent Watching FAST During Primetime Hours Rivals Gaming, Social Media and Cable TV — 70 Percent of FAST Users Can Always Find Something to Watch on Free Streaming Channels.
Jun 05, 2024
Xumo TV Gets Even Smarter
Xumo’s goal is to make TV easy with a smart, intuitive user experience. It’s with this in mind that we are rolling out thoughtfully designed updates to the Xumo TV user interface to get customers to the programs they love faster, while also making it easier for them to discover something new to watch.
May 30, 2024
Spectrum’s Elena Ritchie Discusses “The Future of Streaming” in TechCrunch Webinar
Spectrum recently partnered with TechCrunch to host the “Future of Streaming” webinar. Elena Ritchie, GVP of Video Content, shared her perspective on the current state of the streaming industry, the company’s recent launch of the Xumo Stream Box, the breadth of roles available at Spectrum and more throughout the webinar hosted by Rachel Hayes
Feb 27, 2024
Love cable TV but want streaming? Xumo has both
It’s no secret that cord cutting is a trend, but once you do, live TV, especially events and sports, can be a challenge. Now, major cable companies Charter and Comcast have teamed up to offer a way…
Nov 10, 2023
New Xumo and Comcast Advertising Report Finds 84% of Advertisers Will Increase FAST Investments in 2024
New Xumo and Comcast Advertising Report Finds 84% of Advertisers Will Increase FAST Investments in 2024 as Consumer Awareness and Usage Reaches New Heights
Nov 08, 2023
Viewers, Ad Buyers Diving Into FAST, Comcast-Xumo Study Finds
84% of buyers expect to increase FAST spending in 2024
Nov 08, 2023
Comcast and Spectrum’s Streaming Aspirations Rests on a Tiny Box
The Xumo Stream Box is a small, unassuming device that both Comcast and Charter’s Spectrum have begun sending out to their subscribers in place of a traditional cable set-top box. It may also be the key to both companies staying relevant in a world where everyone is increasingly moving to streaming services.
Oct 30, 2023
Comcast's (CMCSA) Xumo and Mediacom Team Up for Stream Box
Comcast’s CMCSA Xumo has collaborated with Mediacom Communications to provide Xumo Stream Box to its Xtream Internet customers in the near future. This move positions Mediacom as the third U.S.-based operator to make the Xumo Stream Box available to its customer base, following Charter's Spectrum and Comcast's Xfinity.
Oct 24, 2023
Mediacom signs on to offer Xumo Stream Box to broadband subs
Xumo, the streaming joint venture of Comcast and Charter, has snagged Mediacom as a customer for its recently introduced Xumo Stream Box streaming platform.
Oct 19, 2023
Mediacom Communications Partners with Xumo to Bring Xumo Stream Box to Its Broadband Customers
Xumo Continues Momentum with Addition of Third U.S. Operator. Powered by EntertainmentOS, Xumo Stream Box Integrates Live Streaming Channels and App-Based Content Into One Seamless Experience.
Oct 18, 2023
What to know about the Xumo Stream Box, Spectrum's new television device
Mediacom plans to offer the new Xumo Stream box to broadband-only customers. Mediacom is the first cable operator to sign a deal with Xumo outside its joint venture backers – Comcast and Charter.
Oct 17, 2023
Xumo Begins Nationwide Rollout of Its First Streaming Devices in Charter and Comcast Households
Xumo Stream Box Integrates Live TV and Popular Streaming Apps, Seamlessly Delivering Everything Customers Want on One Platform
Oct 04, 2023
Xumo launches Pioneer Xumo TV, exclusively available at Best Buy.
Xumo announces a new line of 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs that come pre-loaded with hundreds of apps, and feature simple navigation and voice search
Sep 28, 2023
How Comcast’s Xumo-X1 Integration Accelerates FAST Evolution
The announcement at the 2023 StreamTV Show that Xumo, the joint venture between Comcast and Charter, will be integrating 19 Xumo FAST channels and NBC News Now into Comcast’s X1 cable box is a groundbreaking event for FAST. While Comcast has been actively integrating Xumo channels into its new virtual MVPD service Now TV, as well as within the Xfinity Stream app that broadband-only subscribers can access, this represents a new advance in how FAST will be seen by viewers.
Jun 13, 2023
Xumo Enterprise snags another win, powers FAST channels for TCL refresh
.Xumo CRO Colin Petrie-Norris shared that TV OEM TCL is its latest enterprise customer in the FAST space, plus what differentiates Xumo in the market.
Jun 08, 2023
CraftsyTV FAST channel launches on Plex, Xumo Play
Instructional content brand Craftsy launched a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel, CraftsyTV.
Jun 08, 2023
Xumo Play Brings Back Game Show Week for Third Year
Game Show Week features daily programming marathons of content from game-show based channels and series on Xumo including Family Feud, Buzzr, The Price Is Right, Wipeout Xtra, Fear Factor and The Celebrity Name Game channel.
A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and FAST Channels, Plus Peacock Premium
Comcast unveiled NOW TV, a new streaming offering that includes live and on-demand programming, integrated FAST channels, plus Peacock Premium.
May 23, 2023
The NFL Channel is Coming to Xumo Play For Free
Apr 26, 2023
Comcast Integrates More Than 20 Free FAST Channels from Xumo Play, NBC and Sky into Xfinity Stream.
Xfinity is giving all its customers more entertainment to enjoy in the Xfinity Stream app with the addition of 20+ free ad-supported streaming TV channels.
Apr 25, 2023
Xumo Enterprise powers Google TV’s built-in free streaming TV channels
Xumo Enterprise powered 70 of Google TV's new native FAST channels, CRO Colin Petrie-Norris said. He also teased another big partner is in the works.
Apr 20, 2023
Xumo's streaming box to debut later this year
Xumo, the Comcast-Charter streaming joint venture, will intro a standalone streaming box this year that complements the JV's work on integrated connected TVs.
Apr 17, 2023
Xumo Play Launches Free Nature and Wildlife TV Channel
The channel will be curated by Xumo Plays’s programming team into such themed blocks as Big Cats, Safari, Wildest Places, Baby Animals, and more
Apr 05, 2023
Xumo Expands Smart TV Portfolio with Element Line of 4K Ultra HD TVs in 2023
Xumo and Element Electronics announced plans to launch a new line of 4K Ultra HD smart TVs, powered by Xumo’s entertainment operating system, across the U.S. in 2023.
Jan 05, 2023
Comcast and Charter Announce Xumo as the Brand Name for Their Streaming Platform Joint Venture
Xumo evolves the brand from a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service to an entire entertainment ecosystem inclusive of streaming devices, content, and a platform for partners to reach audiences at scale.
Nov 02, 2022
Comcast and Charter Join Forces for New Streaming Platform
The streaming wars have a new player in town. Comcast and Charter, the two biggest cable companies, are teaming up for a new national streaming platform.
Apr 24, 2022