Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
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
Turkcell taps Bango platform to launch streaming super bundles
Bundles are available to Turkcell's more than 43 million subscribers and offer savings of up to 40 percent versus standalone subscriptions.
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Comcast works with British broadcasters on Universal Ads product
The platform allows advertisers to buy premium TV inventory across all three broadcasters through a single self-service interface
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Channel 4 expands Google partnership with new audience-targeting marketplace
The broadcaster described the launch as part of a broader strategy to make its inventory easier to buy through programmatic channels.
Rakuten TV: CTV advertisers looking beyond traditional pre-roll spots
Advertisers are prioritizing engagement metrics like attention and memorability, while 82 percent of viewers remain open to relevant, well-integrated ads, according to the report.
California, New York prepping lawsuit to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal
The lawsuit could be filed in the next few weeks, according to a report from Reuters.
AMC brings free “Walking Dead” marathon stream to United Kingdom
The launch of the AMC Walking Dead Universe streaming channel marks the sixth FAST channel that will be available to British streamers.
BFBS taps Synamedia to develop new global media platform
BFBS, a provider of British TV and radio programming to military members and families stationed overseas, has picked Synamedia to develop a new global media portal.