Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2024-11-23
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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to Air Special Sunday Night Edition After ‘Sunday Night Football’
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon will air a special Sunday evening edition that will air after Nov. 17, 2024’s “Sunday Night Football” game. Scheduled guests include Jon Hamm, Lindsay Lohan, and Pharrell.FanDuel Acquires Naming Rights to Bally Sports Networks
Diamond Sports Group, undergoing bankruptcy restructuring, has partnered with FanDuel to rebrand its Bally Sports regional sports networks (RSNs) as FanDuel Sports Network. The deal gives FanDuel exclusive naming rights and provides significant...Ad-Supported Streaming Sees Surge in Popularity as Consumers Seek Cost Savings
A new study by Parks Associates reveals that 57% of users on major streaming platforms now subscribe to ad-supported plans, driven by rising subscription costs and the desire for affordable options.Global Connected TV (CTV) Market Shifts: Roku Faces Pressure, Samsung Rises in EMEA
A new report from Pixalate details the latest trends in the CTV market, revealing significant shifts in device market share across North America, Latin America, and EMEA. Roku faces a declining share in North America while Samsung dominates EMEA.China Launches Trio of Satellites for Radar Calibration and Other Measurements
China launched three satellites on a Long March 6 rocket for ground radar equipment calibration, RCS measurement, and other scientific purposes. The satellites could help verify radar performance, calibration for target detection, weather radar...TF1 Group Increases Investment in French Film Industry
TF1 Group has signed a new agreement with the French film industry that reflects changes in viewing habits. The agreement increases the company's pre-sale and purchase of new French and European films and includes other significant commitments.Sky Operating Losses Doubled
Sky has seen its operating losses double due to increased programming and hardware costs, including for Sky Glass and Sky Stream. Revenue increased slightly to £10.2 billion, but costs associated with Premier League games, carriage on broadband and...Northrop Grumman's Flying Data Center: Transforming Aircraft into Real-Time Intelligence Hubs
Northrop Grumman has unveiled a new technology that turns aircraft into flying data centers, enabling real-time processing of intelligence from satellites and drones for military operations. The system, called Deep Sensing and Targeting (DSAT),...Luxembourg Government Backs OQ Technology’s Satellite Network Expansion
The government of Luxembourg has invested a significant amount in OQ Technology’s Series B funding round, which will support the deployment of 20 more satellites by the end of next year.Chick-fil-A Launches New App with Original Animated Show, Other Kid-Friendly Content
Chick-fil-A is launching its new app, Chick-fil-A Play, which will feature an original animated show, “Legends of Evergreen Hills”, and other kid-friendly content like games, podcasts, and interactive stories. The app is expected to launch on...CNN Makes Subtle Change to Website Header
CNN has updated its website header, removing the red box behind the logo and the black navigation bar. The changes aim for a more cohesive design, but some argue the black bar provided better contrast.LG and Canal+ Group Expand Partnership for Global Distribution of Canal+ Apps on webOS
LG Electronics and Canal+ Group have announced a strengthened global partnership for the distribution of Canal+ Group applications on webOS, expanding to over 40 territories. This partnership brings Canal+ content to LG TVs in various regions,...DF1 Joins Joyn's Free-to-Air Lineup
Joyn, the streaming platform from ProSiebenSat.1, has added the German free-to-air channel DF1 to its lineup, expanding its selection of free-to-stream TV channels to around 70.Eutelsat Strengthens OneWeb Constellation with 20 New Satellites
Eutelsat launched 20 additional OneWeb satellites to bolster its global broadband network, bringing the total number of in-orbit satellites to 654. The operator expects to begin global services in the spring.Avid Acquires Wolftech to Enhance News Production Workflows
Avid's acquisition of Wolftech, a cloud-based news production solutions provider, aims to transform news, sports, and live production workflows by combining Avid's digital-first solutions with Wolftech's story-centric workflow management expertise.SpaceX’s Starship Launch Sparks Conversation About Europe’s Future in Space
SpaceX's Starship/Super Heavy vehicle launch at the International Astronautical Congress sparked discussion about the future of Europe's space industry in the face of SpaceX's advancements.Intelsat 33e Satellite Failure: A Blow to Communications Across Continents
Intelsat 33e, a vital communications satellite for Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific, has lost power and is unlikely to be recovered. The company is working to move affected customers to other satellites.Software vs. Hardware Switchers: The Broadcast Industry's Dilemma
Exploring the advantages and disadvantages of software-based and hardware-based switchers in the modern broadcast industry. Learn which solution best suits your production needs.Artemis 2 Launch Could Be Delayed by Ground Systems Issues
A report by the Government Accountability Office has found that work on the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) program could delay the Artemis 2 mission, which is currently scheduled to launch in September 2025.Diamond Sports Group Rebrands From Bally Sports to FanDuel, Integrating Sports Betting
Diamond Sports Group, currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy, is rebranding its regional sports networks from Bally Sports to FanDuel. This move reflects the growing integration of sports broadcasting and gambling platforms, with FanDuel gaining...