Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Appeals court tosses challenge to FCC’s approval of Nexstar-TEGNA deal
The court found the FCC is under no statutory obligation to issue a speedy full commission vote on Nexstar's merger with TEGNA.
BBC, Channel 4 discuss possible streaming-focused partnership
One possible plan would see Channel 4 offer its commercial-supported content through BBC iPlayer, expanding the reach of its shows, news and documentaries.
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ABC renews call for FCC to reaffirm equal time waiver for “The View”
ABC contends "The View" continues to satisfy the FCC's longstanding criteria for the news interview exemption under the equal time rule.
FCC: Personal use of Signal by Chairman Carr, others doesn’t violate policies
The matter crept up in a FOIA-related lawsuit filed by a journalist and a public interest group seeking records about Carr's communications during last summer's Jimmy Kimmel scandal.
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Paramount’s Network 10 adds live streams to VIDAA TVs
Streamers with VIDAA-powered smart TVs will be able to watch live streaming simulcasts of Network 10's national channels without having to download a separate app.
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Echostar CEO Hamid Akhavan resigns following Dish DBS bankruptcy
Echostar founder Charlie Ergen will inherit most of Akhavan's day-to-day tasks, the company told federal regulators. He will remain at the company as an advisor through the end of the year.
Philo adds new movie, documentary channels for free
The new channels include four programmed by Paramount, and grows Philo's FAST roster to over 150 free content streams.
Weigel launches audience-based ads platform across multicast TV networks
The solution allows advertisers to buy campaigns based on audience interests, behaviors and purchase intent rather than traditional age and gender demographics.
WPIX, NewsNation evacuated after nearby building buckles in New York City
A buckling building in New York City's Manhattan borough forced the evacuation of two television newsrooms on Tuesday.
European media coalition launches cross-border advertising marketplace
The marketplace is designed to unify media buying, first-party data and AI-powered campaign activation across Europe's premium open web.
Fox News “America 250” programming delivers highest Independence Day ratings
America 250 programming delivered the network's strongest Independence Day viewership in its history, per Nielsen data.
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Fox Television Stations appoints Robert Lydick to SVP, Engineering & Operations
Fox has appointed Robert Lydick to a new senior-level engineering and tech role for its local television station group.
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