Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
Ofcom probes Virgin Media after cancellation complaints
Ofcom is probing Virgin Media after receiving complaints that the telco makes it hard for customers to cancel their service.
BBC releases salary information for top presenters
The BBC's Gary Lineker is the highest-paid on-air talent at the network, according to a new report.
Viaplay begins layoffs amid restructuring
Viaplay has begun issuing pink slips to workers around the globe, a move that could see the elimination of as many as 1,000 jobs.
Ofcom investigates GB News over ‘cash’ campaign
Ofcom has launched a new probe against GB News, this time after receiving a complaint over an ongoing social campaign.
Sky News experiments with AI-powered “reporter”
The Comcast-owned channel wanted to see if off-the-shelf AI tools could soon replace human journalists.
Sky Stream boxes coming to Currys retail stores
Comcast's Sky Group will begin selling its latest streaming television device in hundreds of brick-and-mortar stores across the UK.
Sky, Channel 4 extend Formula 1 partnership through 2026
Channel 4 and Comcast's Sky have extended a multi-year partnership that will allow fans of Formula 1 to watch some coverage on free TV.
AMC Networks promotes Sam Rowden to VP, Content Group
AMC Networks has promoted one of its top programming executives to a newly-created vice president role.
American companies taking bigger slice of European TV market
American media firms are taking a bigger slice of the European TV market, with several companies listed among the largest owners of channels and streaming services.
STN launches HD channels on Intelsat’s Galaxy 19
Slovenia-based STN has launched the first high-definition television platform on Intelsat's Galaxy 19.
Brits complain of laggy connections, other broadband issues
A consumer survey shows the United Kingdom's high-speed Internet services still have a long way to go.
Disney licenses shows to Channel 4 streaming service
Disney has agreed to license older TV comedies, thrillers and dramas to Channel 4 for its streaming service.