Twitter announces 16 live streaming partners including Bloomberg for 24-hour news

Twitter continues to place ever-increasing importance on video on its network, and the company has announced a new batch of partners that will bring a host of live-streamed programming to the service. There are 16 streaming partners in total, including Bloomberg which will bring a 24-hour rolling news services to Twitter. Other partners include Live Nation which will deliver live concert performances, and NBA, PGA and MLB to cater for the sports side of things. Twitter believes it is in something of a unique position because of the level of interactivity it can offer with shows. Company COO Anthony Noto… [Continue Reading]