Sky News launches on Roku

Sky News has launched on Roku streaming set-top boxes, with viewers able to access the channel for free from the US, Canada, UK and Ireland.

The Sky News launch includes a live feed of the Sky channel, as well as an on-demand news library, and joins a selection of news services currently on Roku, including CNBC Real-Time, Fox News, NBC News and WSJ Live.

“As an innovative news provider, Sky News is excited by the opportunity to reach a new audience through the Roku platform.  This will mean that millions more households around the world can enjoy Sky News’ world class journalism and award-winning coverage,” said Nick Herm, chief operating officer, Sky News.