It’s time for another hit off the juice box. Netflix announced today that it will release the remaining eight episodes of “Arrested Development’s” fifth season on March 5, ten months after the first half premiered. In the intervening time, however, the show has dealt with several controversies revolving around accusations of abusive behavior from star […]
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Netflix cancels “Friends From College” after two seasons
Netflix comedy series “Friends From College” will not return for a third season. The show’s co-creator Nicholas Stoller announced the news earlier today on Twitter. Friends from College will not be returning for a third season. Thanks to everyone who watched it. Happy Presidents’ Day! — nicholasstoller 🇺🇸 (@nicholasstoller) February 19, 2019 Despite a very […]
View More Netflix cancels “Friends From College” after two seasonsHulu announced the cast for their Wu-Tang Clan series
Hulu’s says Ashton Sanders, Shameik Moore, Zolee Griggs and Erika Alexander have all been cast in “Wu-Tang: An American Saga.” The 10-episode series is based on the true story of the Wu-Tang Clan. The series is created, written and executive produced …
View More Hulu announced the cast for their Wu-Tang Clan seriesLinkedIn finally rolls out video livestreaming service LinkedIn Live
LinkedIn is getting into the video livestreaming game.
The social networking website built for business professionals has started rolling out a streaming service called LinkedIn Live, as first reported by TechCrunch.
LinkedIn Live will begin rolling out on an invite-only basis.
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LinkedIn Live will be rolled out via invite-only to select U.S. users for this initial beta phase. Users who want to try out LinkedIn Live but aren’t one of the lucky invitees will eventually be able to apply for access to the service.
LinkedIn tells us that they’re putting a focus on interactive and timely live video streams on LinkedIn Live. The company provided examples such AMA (Ask Me Anything) events or mentors giving their students advice. The social network is clearly looking to shape the content streamed on the service, at least at first, by using it to support users looking to broadcast conferences, company announcements, earnings calls, and other similar events. Read more…
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