Hulu Live passes 440 stations, leads vMVPD local arms race

Hulu recently added 30+ additional local affiliates to it’s streaming service.

Strategy. Hulu is leading the affiliate race with 440 stations covering 189markets (2.3 stations/market). YouTube is only available in 84 markets and they are attempting to only service markets where they can offer the major broadcast stations (ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox).

Flashback:
1) vMVPD affiliate deals easier to execute, no less costly

2) CBS Sets Digital MVPD Distribution Pact With Affiliates

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