Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
Netflix could pull shows in UK over proposed Media Bill
Netflix is warning British lawmakers that it may purge TV shows and movies if the Media Bill imposes new, restrictive rules on streaming services.
Turner Classic Movies to stop broadcasting in UK
A localized version of Turner Classic Movies in the United Kingdom will shut down next week.
European Union sanctions more Russian broadcasters
Five more Russia-backed TV broadcasters have lost their licenses to transmit in 27 European Union member states.
British lawmakers to question TV executives amid Media Bill debate
Executives from several major television companies and streaming services will appear before British lawmakers on Tuesday.
Sky Showtime hires Hristina Georgieva from Disney
Comcast and Paramount's joint venture announced three new executive hires this week, including one that will serve as the head of its business development.
RTÉ Director General Dee Forbes resigns over payments
The director of Ireland's public broadcaster has quit after it was revealed the network paid its top host far more than reported.
Lithuania bans IP addresses in crackdown on Russian channels
The ban comes amid continued economic pressures, including sanctions, imposed on Russia by the European Union.
Comcast’s Sky launches camera for Sky Glass TVs
The Sky Live camera costs £280, though it can be purchased on installment, and works only with Sky Glass TV sets.
SES, Intelsat end talks to merge satellite businesses
The merger would have resulted in one of the largest commercial satellite operations in the world.
British pub fined for illegally showcasing Sky Sports
The owners of a British sports bar must pay thousands for illegally offering live access to Sky Sports programming.
Twitter faces ban in Europe for flouting regulations
Twitter could be banned from operating in Europe if the company doesn't comply with law intended to curb disinformation, a French minister warned.
Satellite engineers among planned layoffs at Comcast’s Sky
The shift toward streaming means fewer satellite support positions are needed at the European pay TV business.