Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
BBC license fee households fall by 539,000 as funding pressures grow
While income from the mandatory TV tax on British viewers rose during the most-recent fiscal year, the BBC still logged a deficit because not enough homes are paying for a license.
Live telecast of Mexico-England game draws record audience to BBC
The match drew the largest audience during late night fringe hours in the BBC's broadcast history.
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BBC, Channel 4 discuss possible streaming-focused partnership
One possible plan would see Channel 4 offer its commercial-supported content through BBC iPlayer, expanding the reach of its shows, news and documentaries.
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European media coalition launches cross-border advertising marketplace
The marketplace is designed to unify media buying, first-party data and AI-powered campaign activation across Europe's premium open web.
Titan OS partners with Radial Entertainment on new FAST channels in Europe
The channels will launch on Titan OS-powered televisions and select Sony Android-powered TVs across seven European markets.
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Sports on ITV will remain free, Sky CEO pledges
Sky and ITV will look at opportunities for synergy in sports broadcasting, but protected sport rights will remain on ITV's free-to-air television channels.
Comcast’s Sky makes ITV acquisition official, will spend $2.16 billion to buy broadcaster
Sky says the acquisition strengthens its ability to compete with global streaming platforms, while ITV says its public service broadcasting obligations remain protected.
Disney Channel to rebrand in Germany, expand programing beyond kid shows
The revamped channel will include an expanded schedule with more-mature programming from Marvel and FX, among others.
No justice for Lyra McKee: Men found not guilty in journalist’s killing
After a bench trial, a judge said there was not enough evidence to convict the three self-proclaimed militia members of murder.
Sky Deutschland to simulcast NFL RedZone on new Sky Sport NFL channel
The deal will allow the new channel to offer NFL programming from American networks, including ESPN, NBC, CBS, Fox and Prime Video.
British government may intervene in Paramount-Warner Bros merger
Britain's Culture Secretary has expressed concerns over Paramount's blockbuster deal with Warner Bros Discovery; the companies have until next week to reply to her inquiries.
Report: Comcast to acquire British public service broadcaster ITV for $2.1 billion
Comcast is ready to grow its media empire in the United Kingdom by acquiring British public service broadcaster ITV