Samsung and Yahoo Media Group Collaborate to Enhance Samsung News with Live Sports and Financial Market Updates
Samsung Electronics has partnered with Yahoo Media Group to introduce significant new features within Samsung News, providing Galaxy users with real-time live sports coverage and financial market information for the first time. This expansion marks the largest feature upgrade to Samsung News since its inception, aimed at delivering timely, personalized content seamlessly integrated within the Samsung ecosystem.
Delivering Real-Time Sports and Financial Data On-the-Go
Effective October 1, 2025, Galaxy smartphone and tablet users can access a brand-new Sports tab and a dedicated stock market module powered by Yahoo Sports and Yahoo Finance, respectively. Whether following buzzer-beaters or tracking market movers, users now have quick and easy access to live updates, expert insights, schedules, standings, scores, statistics, and in-depth written and video content without leaving the Samsung News app.
The new Sports tab allows fans to personalize their experience by selecting favorite teams and sports, ensuring tailored updates on games and developments across major leagues. Meanwhile, the financial module displays real-time data on leading U.S. stock indices alongside a curated news feed covering key market trends and economic developments, sourced from reputable outlets and powered by Yahoo Finance’s decades of expertise.
Trusted Content Within the Samsung Ecosystem
Maya Harris, Vice President and Head of Strategic Partnerships for Samsung’s TV & Mobile Services, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, “Galaxy users turn to Samsung News multiple times a day for the latest headlines from the world’s top news sources. Now they have another critical reason to tune-in for access to live sports scores and financial markets updates.” Harris highlighted Yahoo’s standing as a trusted real-time information provider that enables Samsung News to be a dynamic destination for sports fans and market watchers alike.
Ryan Spoon, President of Yahoo Media Group, conveyed enthusiasm for the collaboration: “We’re thrilled to partner with Samsung to integrate both Yahoo Sports and Yahoo Finance into the Samsung News experience. Together, we’re creating a smarter, faster way for Galaxy users to follow the scores, news, and market information that matters most to them.”
Comprehensive News Coverage Customized for Users
In addition to the new live sports and finance features, Samsung News continues to offer diverse and up-to-date content across politics, entertainment, business, and more. The app provides twice-daily Daily Briefings curated by experienced editors, as well as customizable News Feed functionality. Users can tailor their news sources from a wide range of partners including Yahoo, NBC News, ESPN, Fox Business, Complex, and Time Out.
Availability and Compatibility
This feature update is currently available in English for users located in the United States and Canada, with plans to expand to additional languages and territories soon. The update supports all Galaxy smartphones and tablets released from 2023 onward, ensuring broad accessibility for Samsung customers.
Samsung’s ongoing innovation in mobile content delivery with trusted partners like Yahoo Media Group underscores its commitment to enhancing the user experience by providing timely, personalized, and relevant information at users’ fingertips. Galaxy users can now stay connected to the moments that matter most—whether on the field or in the financial markets—through the enhanced Samsung News platform.
For more information about the Samsung News update and other Galaxy innovations, visit Samsung’s official website or contact [email protected].