17LIVE Group Limited announced the rollout of “Free TV NEWS Powered by 17LIVE,” an interactive live news program set to begin on Jun, 24 2026.
The 30-minute show will stream live every weekday from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM (JST) in vertical format on the 17LIVE app and in horizontal format on FAST Channels, a free ad-supported streaming television service operated by BBM Inc. in Japan.
Anchors selected from 17LIVE livestreamers and emerging presenters will deliver multiple news stories while incorporating real-time viewer comments. Archived episodes and individual news clips will be available on FAST Channels after each broadcast, and anchors will host follow-up livestream sessions on their personal 17LIVE accounts.
17LIVE said the project supports its “Forward Strategy” to broaden content offerings beyond traditional livestreaming through professionally produced programming and cross-platform partnerships.