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MLB and ESPN Re-Engage in Media Rights Talks
Major League Baseball (MLB) and ESPN have restarted negotiations for a new media rights deal after mutually opting out of their previous contract. Discussions are preliminary, focusing on aspects of ESPN's prior package, including local rights. The...
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Paramount+ Premium: Showtime Branding Dropped from Streaming Service
Paramount+ is simplifying its streaming tiers. The top tier, previously "Paramount+ with Showtime," is now "Paramount+ Premium," dropping the Showtime reference despite the continued inclusion of its programming. This follows a similar trend in...Category: Pay TV news Views: 377 Date:
RTL Group Acquires Sky Deutschland: A Transformational Deal in European Entertainment
RTL Group's acquisition of Sky Deutschland marks a significant shift in the European entertainment landscape. This deal combines two powerful brands, creating a unique video proposition spanning free and pay TV, and streaming, with a focus on...Category: Pay TV news Views: 447 Date:
A1 Group and SPI International Expand Strategic Partnership for Content Delivery Across Southeast Europe
A1 Group and SPI International strengthen their partnership, enhancing content delivery across Southeast Europe. This collaboration involves technical distribution of SPI channels, including FilmBox+, and expands access for A1 subscribers in...Category: Pay TV news Views: 540 Date:
BBC Studios Launches Paywall for US Website Access
BBC Studios introduces a subscription model for its US website, offering unlimited access to news, features, and a 24/7 livestream of the BBC News channel for a weekly or monthly fee. Future plans include ad-free documentaries, podcasts, and...Category: Pay TV news Views: 528 Date:
ORS Group Launches Big Blue Marble Brand, Targeting Global Streaming Market
Austrian broadcast technology provider ORS Group, celebrating its 20th anniversary, unveils its new international brand, Big Blue Marble, signaling a strategic shift towards global expansion in the cloud streaming market. The move consolidates ORS...Category: Pay TV news Views: 593 Date:
Tennis Channel Extends Exclusive US Rights to WTA Tennis Through 2032
Tennis Channel and WTA Ventures announced a six-year media rights deal, extending Tennis Channel's exclusive coverage of WTA tennis in the US through 2032. This agreement ensures continued broadcast of WTA events, including the WTA Finals, and...Category: Pay TV news Views: 401 Date:
Amazon Prime Video's NASCAR Season: A Success Story
Amazon Prime Video's first NASCAR season saw impressive viewership, particularly among younger demographics. The live motorsports broadcast averaged 2.16 million viewers, exceeding expectations and demonstrating the platform's successful foray into...Category: Pay TV news Views: 363 Date:
LALIGA's Fight Against Online Piracy: A €700 Million Annual Loss
LALIGA president Javier Tebas reveals staggering losses due to online piracy, highlighting the league's proactive approach using AI and IP blocking, alongside collaborations with tech giants and law enforcement to combat organized crime. The fight...Category: Pay TV news Views: 586 Date:
TF1+ Expands to French-Speaking Africa: A New Era of Streaming Entertainment
TF1 is launching its ad-supported streaming platform, TF1+, in 22 French-speaking African countries on June 30, 2025. This expansion follows successful launches in Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland and aims to make TF1+ the leading entertainment...Category: Pay TV news Views: 593 Date:
Alex Rodriguez's Slam Corp Sues Lynk Global Over Merger Termination
Former MLB player Alex Rodriguez's Slam Corp is suing Lynk Global for attempting to terminate their merger. The lawsuit alleges breach of contract and bad faith. Lynk denies the claims and plans to counter-sue. The case highlights challenges in the...Category: Pay TV news Views: 592 Date:
Paramount+ Premium: Showtime's Demise and a Branding Shift
Paramount+ is simplifying its branding. The top tier, previously "Paramount+ with Showtime," is now "Paramount+ Premium," dropping the Showtime reference despite retaining its content. This follows similar industry rebranding moves, highlighting the...Category: Pay TV news Views: 436 Date:
DAZN and IMG Partner for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Global Broadcast
DAZN teams up with IMG to deliver over 1,000 hours of FIFA Club World Cup 2025 coverage. This partnership ensures a seamless global broadcast experience, leveraging IMG's state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise for pre-game, post-game,...Category: Pay TV news Views: 409 Date:
ShopLC Germany Celebrates Four Years of Success with Expansion Plans and Social Initiatives
ShopLC, a home shopping channel, marks its 4th anniversary in Germany. Reaching nearly 46 million households, it boasts live broadcasts from around the globe and a social mission feeding children in need. Learn about its growth, new leadership,...Category: Pay TV news Views: 404 Date:
Canal+’s Diminished Role in Broadcasting French Ligue 1
Canal+ will be a mere distributor, not a partner, in the broadcast of the new Ligue 1 channel, according to RMC Sport. This follows negotiations with the LFP over production and distribution costs. The decision impacts the broadcasting landscape,...Category: Pay TV news Views: 588 Date:
Pac-12 Extends Media Deal with CBS Sports Through 2031
The Pac-12 Conference and CBS Sports have announced a significant extension to their media rights agreement, securing CBS as the primary media partner through the 2030-31 academic year. This expanded partnership will include football and men's...Category: Pay TV news Views: 279 Date:
Amazon Prime Video's Advertising Surge: A Closer Look at the Growth
Amazon Prime Video has significantly increased its ad load, reaching levels comparable to HBO Max. This aggressive ad strategy, focusing on converting existing subscribers to an ad-supported tier, has created a substantial advertising marketplace. ...Category: Pay TV news Views: 417 Date:
ProSiebenSat.1 Boards Remain Neutral on PPF's Acquisition Bid
ProSiebenSat.1's executive and supervisory boards have issued a neutral statement on PPF's partial acquisition offer, citing concerns over the offered price despite acknowledging PPF's commitment. The boards highlighted the offer's potential appeal...Category: Pay TV news Views: 2.775 Date:
Netflix and TF1 Partner for Exclusive Content Deal in France
Netflix and TF1 Group have announced a groundbreaking partnership, bringing TF1's popular channels and on-demand content to the Netflix platform in France starting Summer 2026. This move signifies a shift in the streaming landscape, offering French...Category: Pay TV news Views: 2.170 Date:
Tennis Channel Expands German Reach with New Streaming Deals and Major Tournament Rights
Tennis Channel significantly boosts its German presence. New distribution deals on platforms like Joyn, waipu.tv, and O2 TV, plus broadcasting rights to the Terra Wortmann Open, Berlin Ladies Open, and Bad Homburg Open, bring premium tennis to a...Category: Pay TV news Views: 473 Date: