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.
Peacock, Hulu start offering Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune
Comcast's Peacock and Disney's Hulu are now offering next-day episodes of Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune on their streaming apps.
Weather prevents NBC Sports from making NFL ratings history
A weather delay prevented NBC Sports from attracting the largest audience for an NFL Kickoff event in domestic TV history.
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DirecTV’s MySports offers national NBC feed in Nexstar markets
It is the second time DirecTV has distributed a national NBC programming feed to offset the lack of an agreement to carry affiliated stations.
Comcast Technology Solutions to build new Philadelphia Flyers fan experience
In addition to its consumer-facing features, the Flyers will use CTS technology for business insights, team executives said.
Walmart adds Peacock Premium to Walmart Plus membership
Streamers will have the option to choose between complementary access to Peacock Premium and Paramount Plus every 90 days.
Comcast’s Sky Sports secures landmark NFL rights deal
Sky Group has struck a new three-year deal with the National Football League (NFL) that expands the number of live American football games available on its pay TV platform.
Amazon’s Prime Video to sell Peacock subscriptions
Peacock Premium Plus launches on Prime Video Channels on August 28 at $17 per month or $170 per year.
Comcast says FCC should reject “two-tier” TV station ownership proposal
The NBC Universal owner said the federal agency should not impose separate ownership rules for networks and independent station groups.
Trump suggests pulling broadcast licenses of NBC, ABC stations
Trump complains that ABC News and NBC News regularly publish "bad stories" about him, and suggested the networks lose their local TV licenses.
Peacock adds Ion, Scripps News to streaming service
Peacock has expanded its free, always-on channel lineup with the addition of six networks owned by the E.W. Scripps Company, the broadcasters announced on Thursday.
Report: Comcast, Netflix in advanced talks for MLB rights
NBC Universal and Netflix are in advanced discussions to bring Major League Baseball to their broadcast and streaming platforms.
Viewpoint: MS NOW is an underwhelming, confusing cable news brand
In his latest column, Kirk Varner questions why brand consultants weren't advised, and notes this isn't the first time an NBC property went through a troublesome brand identity refresh.
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Kirk Varner
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