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Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
GB News takes legal action against Ofcom
GB News says a warning issued by Ofcom earlier this week violated its free speech rights, and has moved forward with an unspecified legal action against the regulator.
Canal Plus Group launches streaming TV service in France
Canal Plus has launched a new budget TV service that brings linear channels and on-demand content under a single roof.
BT Group fined £2.8 million by Ofcom over customer contracts
The fine comes after Ofcom determined BT Group didn't offer clear and comparable information during sales.
WBD debuts Max in 20 European countries
WBD has launched its cornerstone streaming service Max in 20 European countries.
Channel 4 reports increase in viewership on YouTube
hannel 4 saw a three-fold increase in viewership of its shows on social video platform YouTube
Ofcom could sanction GB News over Rishi Sunak town hall
GB News could face an official sanction from Ofcom after airing a town hall forum with the country's prime minister earlier this year.
DAZN launches 10 new global FAST channels with Amagi
DAZN is launching 10 new free, ad-supported streaming channels in partnership with cloud technology solution Amagi.
UEFA Europa League finals to stream free on Discovery Plus
WBD will stop offering UEFA finals matches on YouTube in the United Kingdom and offer those live events on Discovery Plus for free.
Panasonic revealed as sixth TiVo TV partner
Panasonic will launch a new line of smart TVs in the United Kingdom that are powered by TiVo OS, the company affirmed this week.
Channel 4 relaunches brand identity as “public service streamer”
Channel 4 has refreshed its brand identity to bring greater emphasis to its digital and streaming platforms and products.
Comcast’s Sky unveils Sky Sports Plus platform
The platform will allow Sky Sports customers on satellite, cable and streaming to access even more live events via the web.
ITV taps British creators for new “ITV Insiders” initiative
ITV wants to leverage Britain's smartest, culturally-relevant and forward-thinking creators.