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
TV networks, platforms outline extensive 2026 midterm election coverage
Major television news networks will provide live coverage of the November 3 midterm elections, with streaming platforms launching new, interactive features.
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DIRECTV accuses Nexstar of withholding evidence in antitrust case
The TV provider accuses Nexstar of improperly using attorney-client privilege to withhold evidence of communications during retransmission consent negotiations.
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Judge approves procedural delays in Nexstar-TEGNA merger challenge
On Friday, a federal judge said all sides involved in the antitrust case will have more time to exchange discovery evidence and prepare and submit expert reports.
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Appeals court reinstates NFL liability in Sunday Ticket case
The appeals court ordered a new trial to determine damages, leaving the NFL's financial liability unresolved.
DIRECTV bringing back Election HQ pop-up channel in November
DIRECTV is resurrecting its Election HQ pop-up channel about two years after the satellite and streaming company first tested it.
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DIRECTV reaches DAZN agreement for local NBA games in five markets
The deal covers local games from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs.
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DIRECTV inks distribution deals with NHL teams for new channels
A new deal allows DIRECTV's satellite and streaming platforms to offer local games from hockey teams in Minnesota, Columbus, St. Louis and the Carolinas.
DIRECTV to offer “Sports Equinox” multiview, launches sweepstakes with DraftKings
DIRECTV is offering a promotion on its Sports Pack and will launch a curated multiview experience featuring baseball, basketball, hockey and football games later this month.
C15 Studio inks FAST distribution deal with DIRECTV
Four sports channels from C15 Studio are now available to DIRECTV's streaming customers, including those who use MyFree DIRECTV.
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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.