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Roku Is in 'More than Half' of US Homes, Crosses 100 Million Milestone

Platform revenue rose as video advertising strengthened and The Roku Channel reached an all-time high, with 6.3% of TV streaming in December, Nielsen said.

  • On Thursday, Roku announced it surpassed 100 million global streaming households, a milestone Founder and CEO Anthony Wood called a "defining moment" for the future of television.
  • Strategic licensing deals with OEMs embedded the Roku OS into smart TVs, while a consistent user-friendly interface helped expand the company's footprint across domestic and international markets.
  • Comscore data indicates Roku generates more than three times the viewer engagement of its next leading competitor in the United States, accounting for 44% of streaming hours on connected-TV devices.
  • Advertisers connect with audiences through The Roku Channel and immersive environments like Roku City, while the platform provides access to thousands of free titles and premium streaming subscriptions.
  • International markets including the United Kingdom, Brazil, Mexico, and Canada remain key growth areas as streaming accelerates. Observers expect continued operating system advancements to reinforce Roku's global influence on television.
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advanced-television.com broke the news on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
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