Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
TEGNA revenue slips to $732 million during Q2
TEGNA attributed its lower revenue to continued pain points in the local and national advertising market.
Freevee begins offering NBC Universal streaming channels
Amazon is now offering more than 30 FAST channels programmed by NBC Universal through its free service Freevee.
Lionsgate to acquire Hasbro’s eOne for $500 million
Lionsgate says it has entered into an agreement to acquire toy company Hasbro's studio division eOne for $500 million.
WBD affirms plan to exit regional sports business by end of year
As cable and satellite customers ditch those platforms for cheaper streaming options, regional sports has become less of an asset to major media companies.
FEMA, FCC to conduct test of emergency broadcast, text message systems
FEMA and the FCC will conduct a national test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alert system in October.
Sinclair loses $89 million in first full quarter since Diamond Sports bankruptcy
The TV broadcaster saw an 8 percent decline in its media and overall revenue compared to Q2 2022.
Fox says objections to WTXF license renewal are irrelevant
Through its attorney, the broadcaster says whatever was aired on the Fox News Channel has nothing to do with the Philadelphia TV station.
WBD reduces streaming loss to $3 million after merger of services
Warner Bros Discovery said it has just under 100 million global subscribers of Discovery Plus and Max.
Charter offers 101,000 employees access to tuition-free college
The company is partnering with education platform Guild and two dozen colleges and universities to offer free college degree programs.
Czech firm PPG Group acquires minority stake in Viaplay
Czech investment firm PPG Group has acquired a minority stake in Norwegian media firm Viaplay, The Desk has learned.
Rakuten TV launches app for PlayStation 5 consoles
Rakuten TV has made its free, ad-supported streaming TV app available on PlayStation 5 consoles in Europe.
DirecTV wades into FCC dispute over WADL sale to Nexstar-controlled Mission
Exclusive: A low-rated Detroit TV station is at the center of a big fight at the FCC that has pitted Nexstar Media against several industry groups.