Montreal, February 23, 2026 – Stingray, the world’s leading connected streaming media company, announced today the launch of a suite of free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels on Whale TV+, the free streaming service from independent TV OS maker Whale TV. Whale TV+ is available on Whale TV enabled smart TVs, but also on web and Android, Google TV and Fire TV devices. The launch brings twelve of Stingray’s most popular channels to Whale TV+ viewers in LATAM and Western Europe, expanding Stingray’s global reach.

“We are thrilled to partner with Whale TV to bring our diverse portfolio of FAST channels to their millions of users,” said David Purdy, Chief Revenue Officer at Stingray. “This collaboration allows us to expand our global footprint and deliver our expertly curated music and video content to a new and engaged audience. We are confident that Whale TV+ viewers will find a channel that perfectly suits their mood and taste.”

“Since launching Whale TV+ in January 2025, we have been on a mission to expand our entertainment offering, which attracts new users and drives engagement,” said Teresa Lopez, VP of Whale TV+. “Our monthly active users have grown 6x over the last 12 months alone. We are incredibly proud of the traction we’ve achieved in such a short time, and plans to expand our availability even more. Partnering with Stingray allows us to bring even more high-quality, diverse content to our expanding global audience.”

The following FAST channels are now available on Whale TV+:

TV Channels:

• Stingray Naturescape: A journey to the scenic wonders of the world with stunning imagery, from crackling fireplaces to flights over tropical paradises. 

• ZenLIFE by Stingray: The perfect destination for daily wellness. The channel provides a tranquil backdrop for work, relaxation, and sleep, with peaceful sounds and easy-listening music to help viewers restore their zen.  

• Stingray Stargaze: Captivates viewers in starry nights and cosmic vistas, offering a sanctuary for contemplation. Serene music accompanies each scene, inviting them on a dreamy escapade to explore the mysteries of the universe. 

• Stingray Cityscapes: Offers breathtaking aerial views of iconic cities set to curated downtempo music, taking viewers on a captivating journey around the globe. 

• Stingray Cozy Café: Where trendy coffee house visuals blend with lo-fi beats to create the perfect backdrop for focus, relaxation, and inspiration.
  Movie Music by Stingray: A gateway to epic film scores set to unforgettable cinematic moments. 

• Loupe Art: An art programming service featuring works created exclusively by real practicing artists—with no AI or stock footage—hand-picked by experts to set the perfect mood. 

• EarthDay 365: A channel dedicated to delivering content that explores and celebrates the world, highlighting individuals who challenge boundaries and safeguard the planet

Audio Channels:

• Stingray The Spa: Calms the soul, soothes the body, and inspires the mind with purely instrumental electro-acoustic music. 

• Stingray Smooth Jazz: Explores the hottest contemporary jazz artists in a smooth-flowing soundscape, perfect for unwinding or setting a sophisticated backdrop. 

• Stingray Easy Listening: This selection of instrumental music invites listeners to sit back and relax. 

• Stingray Remember the 80s: Relive the decade of perms and shoulder pads with its unmistakable synth-pop sound

Whether seeking relaxation, inspiration, or a trip down memory lane, the new channels offer something for every viewer, reinforcing the commitment of both companies to deliver exceptional streaming experiences.

About Stingray 
Stingray Group Inc. (TSX: RAY), the world’s leading connected streaming media company, delivers the best curated audio and video content to consumers worldwide. As a pioneer in multiplatform streaming and distribution, Stingray’s vast digital content portfolio includes thousands of live audio and radio stations, premium music channels, concerts and music documentaries, karaoke products, as well as ambience and wellness channels. Its offering is distributed via connected TVs, smart speakers, mobile, connected cars and retail. Reaching hundreds of millions of consumers every month, Stingray’s products offer an unparalleled advertising reach, enabling brands to connect with an engaged audience across the world. Home to globally renowned brands such as TuneIn, Singing Machine, Stingray Karaoke and Qello Concerts, Stingray is powered by a worldwide team of more than 1,000 employees. For more information, visit www.stingray.com. 

About Whale TV
Whale TV is the leading independent TV operating system that makes TVs smart and simple to use. Since its inception in 2011, the company has partnered with hundreds of TV brands including Aiwa, Blaupunkt, JVC, Philips, and Sharp. Whale TV powers 46.5M monthly active TVs worldwide. The company also operates Whale TV+, its own ad-supported streaming service featuring a premium mix of live and on-demand entertainment available on Whale TV and other major platforms. Headquartered in Singapore, Whale TV collaborates with teams across the globe to make TV better for everyone.

For more information, please contact: 
 
Frédérique Gagnier 
Director, Communications and Partnerships 
Stingray 
fgagnier@stingray.com