Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2024-11-24
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Terran Orbital Removes Rivada Space Constellation From Backlog, Raises Concerns Over Funding
Terran Orbital has removed the broadband constellation it is developing for Rivada Space Networks from its revenue backlog despite the expected $2.4 billion contract, raising concerns about Rivada Space's ability to fund the project.Intuitive Machines to Take Over NASA Lunar Rover Mission
Intuitive Machines is working to take over a NASA lunar rover mission that was canceled earlier this year, offering to launch the rover on one of its landers. The company believes it can make the mission profitable by selling excess payload capacity...Wohler Technologies introduces 12G-SDI Module for iSeries Monitors
Wohler Technologies has announced a new module for its iSeries audio and video monitoring products, enabling 3G-SDI monitors to handle 12G-SDI (4K) signals. The OPT-RMOC-12G module offers flexibility with a single BNC and SFP cage for 12GSDI or...Telemundo Embraces Virtual Studio for Immersive Paris Olympics Coverage
Telemundo's virtual studio for the 2024 Paris Olympics offered an immersive experience for viewers, blending photorealistic models with real-time rendering for a captivating broadcast.ESPN Unveils Star-Studded Marketing Campaigns for the 2024-25 College Football Season
ESPN has announced a series of marketing campaigns for the upcoming 2024-25 college football season, featuring collaborations with popular artists like Luke Combs, Shaboozey, Quavo, and Lenny Kravitz. These campaigns aim to capture the excitement...Warner Bros. Discovery and BBC Report Strong Olympics Viewership
Warner Bros. Discovery and the BBC shared the rights to broadcast the 2024 Paris Olympics in the UK. WBD reported a record 215 million viewers across Europe, while the BBC saw 36.1 million viewers in the UK.Smart TV Operating Systems Drive Over Half of Viewing Sessions: Report
A new report reveals that smart TVs are becoming the primary mode of content consumption, with their operating systems driving over half of viewing sessions. This shift away from traditional cable services highlights the growing influence of smart...Swisscom Notifies Italian Competition Authority of Vodafone Italia Acquisition
Swisscom has officially informed the Italian Competition Authority about its planned acquisition of Vodafone Italia, following the initial announcement in March 2024. The transaction is expected to be finalized in Q1 2025, pending regulatory...Nine Network Leverages Virtual Studio Technology for Paris 2024 Olympics Coverage
Nine Network’s innovative use of virtual studio technology in Paris for the Olympics showcases a hybrid production model combining on-site and remote teams. The approach offers cost-effective and efficient broadcasting solutions for large-scale...Charles Barkley Signs Long-Term Extension with TNT Sports
Charles Barkley has signed a long-term extension with TNT Sports, ensuring his presence on the network for "many years to come." The deal comes as TNT faces the potential loss of NBA rights in the future.U.S. Space Command Seeks Proposals for Next-Gen Missile Warning Satellites
The U.S. Space Systems Command (SSC) has issued a request for proposals for its Epoch 2 (E2) Medium-Earth Orbit (MEO) space vehicles, aiming to enhance missile warning and tracking capabilities.Eutelsat Sells Majority of Ground Network to EQT for €790 Million
Eutelsat Group is selling a majority stake in its ground network to private equity firm EQT Infrastructure VI for €790 million. The new entity will be an operator-neutral ground station-as-a-service company, with EQT owning 80% and Eutelsat owning...RTL Group Streaming Revenue Up 41.9% in First Half of 2024
RTL Group's streaming revenue surged by 41.9% in the first half of 2024, driven by strong performance in France and Germany. The media group saw a significant increase in paying subscribers and advertising revenue growth for its streaming platforms...Bharti Global Buys 24.5% Stake in BT Group from Altice
Indian business group Bharti Global has acquired a 24.5% stake in BT Group from French billionaire Patrick Drahi's Altice UK, becoming the largest shareholder in the British telecoms company. The deal signifies confidence in BT's future strategy and...Disney+ Offers Free Screening of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ After Vienna Shows Cancelled
Disney+ is offering a free screening of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ on public broadcaster ORF1 after the singer's Vienna shows were cancelled due to a terror plot.Backscreen: Bridging the Gap Between Linear TV and On-Demand
Backscreen, a European OTT streaming technology supplier, aims to address operators' challenges with churn, customer satisfaction and Gen-Z engagement by providing a unique and original cross-gen OTT TV experience.NASA Picks Blue Origin to Fly Moon Landing Camera Experiment
NASA has chosen Blue Origin to carry a camera system designed to study engine plume interactions with lunar regolith during its first lunar lander mission. The experiment, called SCALPSS, will support future crewed landing missions and is scheduled...Airbus and Astroscale Expand Partnership to Explore In-Orbit Servicing
Airbus and Astroscale have expanded their partnership to explore ways to collaborate beyond debris removal and satellite refueling, including in-orbit servicing, manufacturing, and upgrades.NBC’s Paris Olympics Studio Designs Blend Real and Simulated Views
NBC and HD Studio collaborated to create five studios for its coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, balancing real city views with simulated windows and Parisian decor.The End of Cable TV? Media Giants Write Down Billions in Network Value
The cable television industry is experiencing a significant decline as viewers increasingly turn to streaming services. Media giants like Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount Global, and AMC Networks have recently written down billions of dollars in...