DIRECTV
DIRECTV is a pay television company that offers video services over satellite and through the Internet. The company is owned by private equity firm TPG Capital; it was partially or fully owned by AT&T between 2015 and early 2025.
See also: DIRECTV Advertising • DIRECTV for Business
Appeals court sets date for hearing over Nexstar-TEGNA injunction
A court date scheduled for mid-November will allow Nexstar, DIRECTV and state attorneys general to argue their case over an injunction issued in an antitrust lawsuit.
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Parks: Cable cord-cutting isn’t always permanent in broadband homes
Some sports and news fans ultimately restart their cable and satellite subscriptions, according to Parks Associates data — but the window to win back business is small.
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DIRECTV takes on Fubo, YouTube TV with custom multiview perk
The new multiview feature is available on Roku and DIRECTV's own Gemini boxes, with support for additional platforms coming soon.
Judge won’t force Nexstar to release “efficiency” details in TEGNA antitrust case
A judge left open the possibility that plaintiffs in the antitrust case against Nexstar could seek the same information through expert testimony at trial.
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DIRECTV quietly adds C-SPAN 3 for satellite, streaming customers
DIRECTV's streaming pay television customers are waking up this weekend with one more news channel in their package.
Supreme Court rejects Nexstar bid to end DIRECTV retrans lawsuit
The decision leaves intact a 2025 appeals court ruling that revived DIRECTV’s case; the original case involves stations owned by White Knight and Mission.
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.
DIRECTV, YouTube TV integrated into Live TV menu on Fire TV devices
Amazon has updated the Live TV menu on its connected television platform Fire TV to support more third-party apps and services, including DIRECTV and YouTube TV.
DIRECTV launches FAST channel for “Military Makeover with Montel”
The launch expands DIRECTV’s work with programmers to turn content libraries into dedicated viewing destinations.
DIRECTV survey: Sports bars rival homes for viewing on game days
As streaming continues to siphon away sports, fans are visiting bars and restaurants to watch their favorite games, according to new data from DIRECTV.
DIRECTV expands college football campaign with campus tour, championship giveaway
The sweepstakes coincides with the Super Bowl and will gift one lucky DIRECTV subscriber with a trip package valued at $30,000.
Parks Associates: Most streamers want live TV channels, too
More than half of U.S. Internet households prefer a video package that combines live television with their favorite streaming services, according to a new report.
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