Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.
Sky New Zealand to acquire WBD’s Three for $1
Sky New Zealand has reached a deal to acquire Three and a handful of WBD-owned cable networks for $1.
Swerve Sports, dedicated to women’s sports, launches on free streaming platforms
Swerve TV has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel focused exclusively on women’s sports.
DirecTV tests news, sports multiview on streaming platform
A few DirecTV streaming subscribers with equipment provided by the company were part of a limited test of a forthcoming multiview feature involving news and sports channels.
Netflix grows in Nielsen’s “Media Distributor Gauge” for June
Netflix emerged as one of the big winners among domestic media distributors in June, according to Nielsen's latest monthly report.
Versant hires Amrei Wolfschuetz to oversee content partnerships
Wolfschuetz was hired by Versant to the role of Vice President of Sales and Partnerships last month.
Televisa-Univision posts revenue dip, Vix adds subscribers during Q2
Q2 profit grew even as revenue shrank; Vix Plus topped 10 million global subscribers, and U.S. revenue rose as a new deal with Disney expanded the company's linear footprint.
South Park moving to Paramount Plus as part of new rights deal
Paramount has reached a deal to bring "South Park" to its Paramount Plus streaming service in the U.S. for the first time ever.
Flora Kelly promoted to SVP, Research at ESPN
ESPN has promoted Flora Kelly to Senior Vice President of Research, expanding her role in audience measurement and strategy across all platforms.
Broadcasters need to lean into YouTube, British TV regulator says
Shows and movies from public service broadcasters like the BBC, Channel 4 and ITV should be easily found on the biggest streaming platform in the world, Ofcom said.
Bloomberg: Walmart to convert Vizio into private label brand
Walmart will convert Vizio into a private label brand and stop selling Vizio TVs at rival retailers by the end of the year, according to a report.
Microsoft stops selling digital copies of TV shows, movies
Customers can access previously-purchased content, but won't be able to buy new shows or movies and aren't entitled to refunds.
Fox gets $2 billion in ad commitments, fueled by sports interest
Fox has concluded its 2025-26 Upfront negotiations, delivering strong performance across every major segment of its portfolio.