Europe
Stories and analysis on the technology, media and telecommunications industry in Europe.
Netflix drops “Basic” ad-free plan for new customers
Netflix has dropped its "Basic" plan for customers in the United States and the United Kingdom, following a similar move in Canada.
ProSieben Sat.1 to cut 400 full-time jobs
The German broadcaster said the layoffs are part of a broader restructuring of its business.
ATV Austria to stop broadcasting SD channel on satellite
Austrian broadcaster ATV will stop transmitting it standard definition signal via satellite by the end of the year
WBD rebrands BT Sport to TNT Sports in UK
Warner Bros Discovery relaunched its British sports network BT Sport under the TNT Sports name in the UK and Ireland this week.
Altice U.S. chairman suspends himself after colleague arrested
Alexandre Fonseca, the co-CEO of Altice, announced he was stepping away from all executive and non-executive duties on Monday.
ITV eases off potential acquisition of All3 Media
ITV says it is no longer "actively exploring" a potential acquisition of production company All3 Media
Comedy hub relaunches on Samsung TV Plus in UK
Samsung has relaunched its comedy television hub on its free, ad-supported streaming service Samsung TV Plus.
Streaming growth slowing in United Kingdom, survey finds
Fewer British households are buying new streaming services, and many are reporting streaming fatigue, according to the results of a new survey.
Wife names BBC News anchor as target of payments scandal
The spouse of a well-known BBC News presenter has identified him as the subject of a scandal involving intimate photos.
French public broadcaster criticizes streaming services
France Télévisions President Delphine Ernotte-Cunci says streaming services are trying to influence the country's culture and society.
Channel 4 reports record revenue during 2022
The UK's Channel 4 reported records in its earnings and content investment during 2022.
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.