AT&T faces subpoena over federal funds for rural broadband
A Mississippi commissioner says AT&T failed to deliver on promises of providing fixed wireless broadband service despite the company’s acceptance of federal funds to do just that.
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SiriusXM launches new CNN-branded channel for original programs
The new channel, called “CNN Originals,” will begin airing on the satellite and streaming radio service this Friday.
FCC proposes $10 million fine against 18 TV stations over DirecTV negotiation
The FCC says stations owned by Deerfield Media failed to negotiate in good faith with AT&T over broadcast re-transmission fees.
Exclusive: Ad-supported HBO Max may lack new HBO shows
The move is intended to satisfy agreement with cable companies that require no commercials in new HBO programs.
AT&T exec says he’s satisfied with HBO Max debut
John Stankey, the chief executive of WarnerMedia parent company AT&T, says he “couldn’t be more pleased” with the way things are going at HBO Max.
Senators say ISP data caps blocking access to online schooling
Nearly a dozen senators sent a letter to seven Internet providers urging them to lift broadband data caps that may inhibit online learning.
Cable agreements complicate plans for cheaper HBO Max
Executives at HBO are wrestling with how to launch a cheaper, ad-supported version of HBO Max without stepping on cable deals.
AT&T explores ways to offload DirecTV, report says
Saddled with debt from its acquisitions of DirecTV and Time Warner, telecom giant AT&T is looking at new ways to offload one of those two properties.
DirecTV adds support for Disney-backed licensing consortium Movies Anywhere
DirecTV has announced support for Movies Anywhere, a content licensing consortium that allows customers to watch purchased movies across different devices.
Fubo TV tacks on regional sports fee for Houston customers
Streaming cable alternative Fubo TV will tack on a new fee for customers who live in the Houston television market.