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Fox is buying Roku
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TL;DR
- Fox Corporation is acquiring Roku for $22 billion.
- The deal will combine Fox's content (TV networks, Tubi streamer) with Roku's platform (devices, smart TV software, The Roku Channel).
- The combined company expects to be the third-largest player in the US TV industry by viewing share.
- Roku will continue to operate as an open platform, but Fox content will receive prominent promotion on the Roku home screen.
- Fox Sports is specifically mentioned for deeper integration into Roku's 'Sports Zone'.
- The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals.