Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
France’s M6, Paramount’s Pluto TV announce streaming pact
The pact involves content, editorial initiatives and advertising sales, which will benefit both sides.
YouTube increases price for YouTube Premium in Europe
YouTube is raising the price of its individual and family Premium memberships in several European countries.
Xite brings music video app to Android TV
Xite is launching its connected TV app on the Android TV operating system in several more countries.
Sky apologizes after TVs, streaming devices fail to work
Sky Glass TV and Sky Stream users are reporting issues with their devices; Sky has recommended a device recovery as a solution.
WBD’s streamer Max lands on VIDAA smart TVs
VIDAA is bringing Max to more than 60 countries through a new partnership with Warner Bros Discovery.
ITV to end transmission of SD feeds on satellite
The move will impact TV viewers who have not yet upgraded their satellite TV boxes to support high definition signals.
State Department imposes more sanctions tied to Russia’s RT
The U.S. State Department has sanctioned organizations and individuals connected to RT over what it claims are covert intelligence and fundraising operations.
BBC boss says subscriptions, advertising not a viable option
The broadcaster is looking at a universal service fee to generate domestic revenue as it projects a further increase to its operating deficit.
Pluto TV brings CNN, CBC News, Reuters TV to more countries
The channels are landing on Pluto TV's platforms in Canada, the United Kingdom and other countries outside the United States.
WBD to launch CNN International on Max in more European countries
Warner Bros Discovery is bringing a streaming simulcast of CNN International through Max to more European countries this week.
Disney to expand ad-supported tier across more European countries
Starting in October, streamers in three additional European territories will have the option of streaming Disney Plus content with ads.
TV5 Monde Plus integrates with Echostar’s Sling TV
Fans of French documentaries, TV series and films can now watch TV5 Monde Plus through Sling TV without a separate app.