Comcast
Comcast ($CMCSA) is a multi-national mass communications corporation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The company owns or operates Xfinity, NBC Universal, Telemundo and Sky Group.
Comcast revenue dips slightly as Peacock posts profit in Q3
Comcast continued to face pressure in its broadband and cable TV unit, as churn continued for another quarter; Peacock posted its second profitable quarter in a row.
EARNINGS REPORT
Comcast’s Xfinity touts enhancements to X1, Internet in time for NBA tip-off
New features will allow Comcast customers to get real-time stats, watch 4K video feeds and create custom multi-view screens during basketball games.
Comcast hit with $213 million judgment after jury trial over patents
Comcast disputes its X1 platform violates a patent concerning the commingling of streaming and traditional TV channels within a single program guide.
Sky launches sports-only packages through streamer Now
Now TV has rolled out new monthly plans that allow sports fans in the United Kingdom to watch live programming from Sky Sports, without having to purchase other news or entertainment channels.
NTSB releases preliminary report on KNBC helicopter crash
The helicopter's fuselage was badly damaged by fire after the aircraft impacted the side of a metal shipping container.
CONTINUING COVERAGE
NBC promotes Chris Wayland to succeed Valari Stabb as president of local TV business
NBC Universal has promoted its Boston-based television leader to oversee the entirety of its local television business upon the retirement of Valari Staab at the end of the year.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
What is retransmission consent? How TV station blackouts happen
Lost your local channels in a carriage dispute? Learn what retransmission consent is, why stations and providers fight over fees, and what you can do.
KNBC, KVEA to host debate with Los Angeles mayoral candidates
The debate will take place on October 13, available on broadcast and free streaming TV.
Comcast’s Sky renews satellite distribution pact with SES
Sky will continue using SES satellite capabilities to deliver linear channels to the United Kingdom and Ireland; financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Antenna: Fall is best season for acquiring streaming subscribers
Streaming has developed a new version of the traditional fall TV season, with the last four months of a year being crucial for subscriber acquisition, according to Antenna.
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New England Cable News relaunches under Spectrum News brand
Charter Communications has relaunched its recently-acquired regional channel New England Cable News (NECN) under the Spectrum News brand.
Sky News launches paid app for defense, security journalism
The new app, called Defence Insider, costs more than $20 per month and gives viewers direct access to Sky's defense and security analysts, among other perks.