Current TV

Current TV was an American television channel and multiplatform media company founded in 2005 by Al Gore and Joel Hyatt.

The network aimed to create content specifically for a young adult audience aged 18 to 34. It was notable for integrating viewer-created media with original programming, allowing audiences to participate actively in content creation. Headquartered in San Francisco, Current TV reached approximately 70 to 71 million households globally through partnerships with major providers like Comcast and DirecTV. The channel offered a variety of original shows covering news, culture, and entertainment, alongside user-generated content. Its digital platform, Current.com, served as a hub for both original and viewer-created content, encouraging community engagement through interactive features. Current TV operated as an independent media entity until its acquisition by Al Jazeera Media Network in 2013, after which the channel was closed and its assets were integrated into Al Jazeera America.