Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
DirecTV begins refreshing user interface for satellite TV customers
DirecTV has stated rolling out an updated user interface to the set-top boxes of its traditional satellite TV customers.
Disney lays off workers at National Geographic, local ABC TV stations
Nearly 140 workers are affected by the latest round of pink slips at Disney.
Paramount offer from “Apex Capital” appears to be a hoax
The bid submitted on Wednesday would include an infusion of $10 billion in capital to Paramount, plus a $400 million break-up fee paid to Skydance Media.
Carlos Ferreiro stepping down as CFO of Televisa-Univision
The company cited "health reasons" for his departure; Juan Pablo Newman will serve as interim CFO starting in September.
Former Warner Music chair Edgar Bronfman, Jr. still interested in Paramount
The bid would involve spending $2 billion to $2.5 billion in order to acquire National Amusements, Paramount's largest shareholder.
NBC, Peacock draw over 31 million viewers for third day of Paris Olympics competitions
NBC said more than 4.5 million people tuned in to watch some or all of the Olympics via Peacock and other digital platforms on Monday.
NBC: Interest in Paris Olympics advertising outpaces Rio, Tokyo games
More than $500 million has been generated from new sponsors who have committed advertising spend against the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Comcast brings Xumo Play to Sky devices in United Kingdom
It marks the first time Xumo Play, as a service, has been made available outside the United States.
CW Network moving to Paramount stations in Miami, Detroit
The former CW station in Detroit will become an affiliate once again, while Miami gets a new home for CW shows and sports.
Roku gets streaming rights to “The Goldbergs” from Sony
All 10 seasons will be available to stream via a dedicated linear channel on Roku's FAST platform, The Roku Channel.
WBD could launch Max in UK after Sky deal runs out
The entertainment giant has explored possible ways to bundle Max with various telecom products, according to a report.
WBD sees 1 billion minutes streamed from Paris Olympics coverage
The company holds the pan-European rights to the games, available through Max, Discovery Plus and Eurosport.