Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2025-11-03
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PPF Withdraws from ProSiebenSat.1 Takeover Bid, Paving Way for MFE Control
Czech investor PPF has withdrawn its bid for German broadcaster ProSiebenSat.1, selling its 15.7% stake to MFE-MediaForEurope. This clears the path for MFE to gain majority control and create a pan-European media powerhouse. The decision follows a...
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NextGen TV News Technology Lab: Revolutionizing Local News Delivery
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) launches a three-year initiative, funded by a $2.5 million grant, to help local TV stations harness the power of ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV) for enhanced news delivery. The lab will focus on developing and...Category: Television news Views: 1.454 Date:
Broadcasters Urge FCC for ATSC 3.0 Transition Timeline
The broadcast industry is pushing the FCC to set a clear deadline for the ATSC 3.0 transition. Uncertainty is hindering device manufacturing and consumer adoption of NextGen TV. Major broadcast groups highlight the need for regulatory certainty to...Category: Television news Views: 239 Date:
Fox News Anchor John Roberts Takes Leave Due to Severe Malaria
Fox News anchor John Roberts is temporarily off the air due to a severe case of malaria. He revealed his diagnosis on social media, expressing uncertainty about how he contracted the disease. The article discusses malaria's transmission, symptoms,...Category: Television news Views: 237 Date:
Telemundo Arizona Welcomes Veteran Anchor and Multimedia Journalist
Telemundo Arizona's stations in Phoenix and Tucson announce the addition of León Felipe González as a news anchor and Valentina Sánchez as a multimedia journalist. Both bring extensive experience and numerous awards to their new roles,...Category: Television news Views: 224 Date:
US Sports Rights Spending Surges, Outpacing Overall TV Revenue Growth
Spending on US sports rights has skyrocketed 122% since 2015, reaching $30.5 billion in 2025, significantly exceeding the growth of overall TV industry revenue. This surge highlights the premium value of live sports in attracting and retaining...Category: Pay TV news Views: 634 Date:
Kathrein Broadcast Strengthens US Presence Through AAT Acquisition
Kathrein Broadcast enhances its international reach by partnering with American Amplifier Technologies (AAT), which now fully owns Kathrein Broadcast USA. This strategic move aims to boost market presence and optimize product offerings for the North...Category: Satellite news Views: 1.273 Date:
Eutelsat Selects Enensys for Next-Gen DVB-NIP Satellite Platform
Eutelsat and Enensys Technologies partner to launch a cutting-edge Direct-to-Home satellite platform utilizing the DVB-NIP standard. This innovative platform promises enhanced flexibility, reach, and cost-effectiveness in delivering multimedia...Category: Satellite news Views: 1.291 Date:
Fox Sports Launches "Wake Up Barstool," a New Daily Sports Show
Fox Sports and Barstool Sports team up for "Wake Up Barstool," a two-hour daily show featuring sports discussions, interviews, and commentary from popular Barstool personalities. The show airs weekdays on FS1 and boasts a rotating lineup of hosts,...Category: Television news Views: 1.252 Date:
KCAL News Makes History with First Extended Reality Studio Newscast
KCAL in Los Angeles becomes the first in the market to broadcast a newscast entirely from an extended reality (XR) studio. This innovative approach leverages a virtual set, enhancing visual storytelling and pushing the boundaries of television...Category: Television news Views: 3.109 Date:
Disney+ Expands German Content Library with ZDF Studios Partnership
Disney+ strengthens its European content offering by signing a multi-year licensing agreement with ZDF Studios, adding over 3,000 films and series from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. This boosts Disney+'s local programming and provides...Category: Pay TV news Views: 3.549 Date:
Ericsson Sells iconectiv to Koch Equity Development: A Strategic Shift
Ericsson's sale of its subsidiary iconectiv to Koch Equity Development LLC for approximately USD 1 billion is a strategic move, streamlining its portfolio and focusing on core technologies. The transaction, completed after an August 2024...Category: Pay TV news Views: 2.946 Date:
WildBrain Shuts Down Canadian Broadcast Channels After Losing Carriage Deals
WildBrain, the Canadian media company, will cease broadcasting its domestic channels, including Family Channel, after losing carriage agreements with Rogers and Bell. This strategic shift focuses WildBrain on global IP monetization across streaming...Category: Television news Views: 2.930 Date:
ATSC 3.0 Certification Fees Threaten Small US Television Stations
The LPTV Broadcasters Association warns that mandatory ATSC 3.0 certification fees could force many small television stations out of business, impacting free over-the-air programming. The high costs of digital certificates, required for...Category: Television news Views: 2.743 Date:
Yahoo Sports Network Launches Free Streaming Sports Channel
Yahoo and C15 Studio's new free, ad-supported streaming channel, Yahoo Sports Network, offers over 60 hours of original sports programming weekly. Available on various platforms including LG Channels, Sling Freestream, and soon on Samsung TV Plus,...Category: Television news Views: 991 Date:
CNBC Expands India Coverage with Key Hire
CNBC has appointed Priyanka Salve as its new senior correspondent for India, bolstering its coverage of the country's dynamic market. Based in Singapore, Salve will lead digital reporting and the Inside India newsletter, leveraging her extensive...Category: Pay TV news Views: 195 Date:
ATSC 3.0 Certification Fees Threaten Small Television Stations
The LPTV Broadcasters Association warns that mandatory ATSC 3.0 certification fees could force many small television stations out of business, reducing free over-the-air programming. The high costs of digital certificates, required for ATSC 3.0...Category: Television news Views: 173 Date:
Argentine Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Streaming Platform Al Ángulo TV
Argentine authorities have arrested the alleged founder of Al Ángulo TV, a notorious illegal sports streaming platform, in a significant victory against digital piracy. The operation, supported by ALIANZA and La Liga, uncovered a sophisticated...Category: Pay TV news Views: 1.957 Date:
Hearst and Sky Renew Partnership, Securing History and Crime Channels
Hearst Networks Germany and Sky Deutschland extend their partnership with a multi-year deal ensuring continued distribution of The History Channel and Crime + Investigation across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland on various Sky platforms. The...Category: Pay TV news Views: 1.935 Date:
Sinclair Broadcasting Urges FCC to Expedite ATSC 3.0 Transition
Sinclair Broadcasting pushed the FCC to accelerate the shift from ATSC 1.0 to ATSC 3.0, advocating for a sunset date for older standards to boost NextGen TV adoption and enhance the industry's competitiveness. The company proposed a phased...Category: Television news Views: 1.918 Date: