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Vectra Faces Potential Fine for Illegal Fee Increases
Poland's competition commission, UOKiK, is threatening Vectra with a hefty fine of up to 10% of its turnover for unilaterally increasing subscription fees and modifying contracts without customer consent. This follows a similar fine in 2022 and...
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ProSiebenSat.1 Streamlines Portfolio: Acquires Full Control of NuCom & ParshipMeet, Prepares Verivox Sale
ProSiebenSat.1 is simplifying its structure by acquiring General Atlantic's minority stakes in NuCom Group and ParshipMeet Group and selling Verivox. This move, supported by its supervisory board, enhances strategic flexibility and aligns with...Category: Pay TV news Views: 827 Date:
Virgin Media O2 and UKTV Extend Partnership, Bringing U Streaming Service to More Homes
Virgin Media O2 and UKTV have renewed their partnership, ensuring continued access to UKTV's popular channels like U&GOLD and U&alibi for Virgin Media customers. The deal also expands the reach of UKTV's streaming service, U, to 95% of Virgin Media...Category: Pay TV news Views: 491 Date:
Synamedia's Quortex Switch: Optimizing Multi-CDN Streaming
Synamedia unveils Quortex Switch, a solution streamlining multi-CDN systems for dynamic content routing. This innovative technology optimizes cost and viewing experience by eliminating legacy methods and utilizing standardized communication...Category: Pay TV news Views: 603 Date:
Peacock Expands Streaming Options with Regional Sports Network Add-ons
Peacock now offers add-on subscriptions for NBC Sports Regional Networks, giving subscribers access to live MLB, NBA, and NHL games, plus other sports programming. Availability varies by market and includes in-market blackouts. Learn more about...Category: Pay TV news Views: 411 Date:
Liberty Global Eyes Vodafone's Stake in Dutch Joint Venture VodafoneZiggo
Liberty Global is reportedly exploring a potential acquisition of Vodafone's stake in their Dutch joint venture, VodafoneZiggo, valued at over £2 billion. This follows years of partnership and recent comments by Liberty Global's CEO hinting at...Category: Pay TV news Views: 1.073 Date:
Sky Deutschland Launches Sky Stream for Sky Q Customers: A Seamless Streaming Upgrade
Sky Deutschland's Sky Stream streaming service is now available for existing Sky Q customers with the Sky Q IP box, offering a seamless upgrade to a feature-rich platform with advanced content navigation and integrated streaming services. Enjoy...Category: Pay TV news Views: 764 Date:
Sportdigital Secures Exclusive MLB Broadcasting Rights for DACH Region
Sportdigital has secured exclusive rights to broadcast Major League Baseball (MLB) games in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Starting March 2025, fans can watch over 300 live games per season across linear TV, streaming, and the Sportdigital+ app....Category: Pay TV news Views: 588 Date:
The Rise of the Bundle Economy: How Consumers are Saving Money on Subscriptions
A new study reveals a significant shift in the subscription landscape, with US consumers increasingly opting for bundled services to save money and streamline their entertainment and digital access. This trend shows the emergence of a "bundle...Category: Pay TV news Views: 540 Date:
Virgin Media O2's Strategy to Combat Pay-TV Decline
Virgin Media O2 is tackling the challenges of a flatlining pay-TV market by integrating streaming services, offering flexible contracts, and expanding its content offerings beyond traditional television. Their strategy focuses on value,...Category: Pay TV news Views: 731 Date:
Amazon Prime Video to Launch Shoppable Ads
Amazon Prime Video is introducing a new suite of interactive ad formats, including shoppable ads, pause ads, and a shoppable carousel, aiming to enhance viewer engagement and offer a seamless shopping experience. These innovative features will...Category: Pay TV news Views: 730 Date:
German Authorities Bust Illegal Streaming Operation, Arrest Three Suspects
German authorities have arrested three individuals suspected of running a large-scale illegal streaming operation that caused multi-million-euro damages. The operation, dubbed "Panel," involved over 30,000 users worldwide and resulted in the...Category: Pay TV news Views: 471 Date:
Vodafone Czech Republic Launches Premium Set-Top Box with Bang & Olufsen Sound
Vodafone Czech Republic introduces its new Vodafone TV Play set-top box, boasting premium Dolby Atmos sound tuned by Bang & Olufsen, 4K video, HDR10, and Android TV. This all-in-one device offers high-speed internet, a modern Wi-Fi modem, and...Category: Pay TV news Views: 642 Date:
Bridge Technologies to Showcase Innovative QTT Application at NAB 2025
Bridge Technologies will demonstrate its QTT Application at NAB 2025. This innovative technology provides continuous monitoring of OTT video platforms and CDNs, ensuring seamless and secure content delivery. It offers comprehensive assessment,...Category: Pay TV news Views: 508 Date:
CNBC International Appoints Shannon Most as VP of Brand and Marketing
Shannon Most, a seasoned marketing executive with over 15 years of experience, joins CNBC International as Vice President of Brand and Marketing. He will oversee marketing strategy and brand development across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle...Category: Pay TV news Views: 382 Date:
Amazon Prime Video Expands Accessibility with AI-Powered Dubbing
Amazon Prime Video launches an AI-powered dubbing pilot program, expanding access to its library. This innovative technology allows for dubbing of licensed movies and series previously unavailable in certain languages, enhancing user experience...Category: Pay TV news Views: 768 Date:
3SS Launches AI-Powered Conversational UI for Android TV STBs
3 Screen Solutions (3SS) unveils 3Ready Hero, an AI-driven conversational user interface for Android TV set-top boxes, enhancing user experience and reducing operator costs. This innovative solution uses LLMs for natural interactions, offering...Category: Pay TV news Views: 640 Date:
ProSiebenSat.1 Reports Growth Despite Economic Headwinds
ProSiebenSat.1 announced a 2% revenue increase to €3.92 billion in 2024, driven by strong digital entertainment growth through its Joyn streaming platform. The company anticipates further growth in 2025 and continues strategic portfolio...Category: Pay TV news Views: 611 Date:
RTL AdAlliance Launches Self-Service Ad Platform, AdManager
RTL AdAlliance simplifies European video advertising with its new self-service platform, AdManager. Offering streamlined access to premium inventory across multiple channels, including addressable TV and streaming, AdManager empowers advertisers of...Category: Pay TV news Views: 661 Date:
Nordic Broadcasters Take Legal Action Against Illegal IPTV Operators
Discovery, TV4, and Viaplay are suing several internet service providers in Sweden for facilitating access to illegal IPTV services like Nordic One/N1, which rebroadcasts copyrighted content without permission. The broadcasters are seeking a court...Category: Pay TV news Views: 654 Date: