Broadband
Charter names John Lee as Head of Intelligence Ventures
Charter Communications has named John Lee as Head of Intelligence Ventures, establishing a new leadership role focused on developing data- and AI-driven products and partnerships.
Astound acquires Google Fiber from Alphabet
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has apparently thrown in the towel on its aspiration to disrupt the fiber broadband industry.
Nielsen to delay “The Gauge” report after streamers complain over metrics
Early results suggested broadcast and cable viewing rose in February due to the Super Bowl and Winter Olympic Games.
Report: Nexstar wants $2.75 billion bank loan for TEGNA acquisition
A group of major banks led by Bank of America are arranging a $2.75 billion leveraged loan to help finance Nexstar Media Group’s proposed acquisition of TEGNA.
Parks: As broadband companies compete on service, customer satisfaction increases
Perception inside the home is becoming a key factor influencing customer satisfaction, retention and brand loyalty as competition grows in the broadband sector.
DATA
NARB says T-Mobile should modify certain satellite coverage claims
Promotional spots imply that T-Mobile's wireless coverage is universal thanks to its satellite-based connectivity, which isn't available everywhere.
Dish, Sling TV parent swings to steep financial loss during Q4
Echostar swung to a steep loss during Q4 primarily attributed to lower pay TV earnings and stronger competition on the broadband side of the business.
EARNINGS REPORT
The WICT Network names Tracy Pitcher to President, CEO roles
Pitcher succeeded Maria Brennan and will start in the role in early April, coinciding with a relocation of The WICT Network's headquarters to Arlington.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
FCC gives green light to Charter-Cox merger
The approval came after Charter made key concessions on its DEI practices and promised further rural broadband build-outs.
Gray Media CEO: Optimistic FCC will approve local TV swaps, acquisitions
Gray Media CEO Hilton Howell, Jr. says the company is optimistic about its own business deals and those involving other broadcasters, saying the regulatory environment is favorable to consolidation.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Sinclair logs financial loss during 2025, weak distribution fees weigh on revenue
Sinclair reported lower 2025 earnings as political ads cooled, but growth in core advertising and sports demand boosted its outlook for 2026.
EARNINGS REPORT
T-Mobile to deliver wireless home internet routers via DoorDash
T-Mobile says eligible customers in some major cities can now have Internet equipment delivered through same-day fulfillment via DoorDash.