DirecTV has notified Dish parent EchoStar of its decision to terminate the deal, ending yearslong conjecture about a rumored deal.

DISH Media, an impression-based TV advertising, has announced the launch of Pause Ads, a new format for advertisers to engage viewers in a non-disruptive manner on Sling TV. Starting immediately, advertisers can reach Sling TV viewers when they pause

Other new convenience features SLING TV has introduced to its platform include Apple Pay purchase capabilities through Apple ID.