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
Lawsuits against Nexstar will continue after company closes TEGNA deal
Plaintiffs argue the merger creates excessive market concentration and could lead to higher TV distribution fees.
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Opponents of Nexstar-TEGNA merger accuse CEO of “doublespeak”
Two organization said Nexstar CEO Perry Sook’s comments to investors contradict claims made to regulators about market challenges and economic studies.
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DIRECTV adds NCAA March Madness multiview option
DIRECTV is introducing new viewing tools ahead of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, including a multiview “Mix” channel and expanded functionality within its mobile app.
Broadcast outperforms streaming in latency during Super Bowl LX
The measurement firm analyzed latency using real-time spotters at Super Bowl LX and compared it to on-screen performance across services.
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FCC approves transfer of five TV station licenses to Sinclair
The FCC approved five broadcast TV license transfers to Sinclair, creating duopolies in markets where it already operated stations.
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DIRECTV rolls out new Food Mix, Weather Mix channels
DIRECTV is adding to its slate of multiview channels with the launch of two new "mix" feeds.
Second Circuit upholds reinstatement of DIRECTV lawsuit against Nexstar
The court let stand its finding that DIRECTV plausibly alleged lost subscribers and profits tied to Nexstar’s fee practices.
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YouTube hires Austin Gaddis to lead media, sports partnerships
Google-owned streaming platform YouTube has poached a senior DIRECTV executive to lead the growth of its media and sports partnerships.
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DIRECTV launches streaming solution for small businesses
Packages start at $40 per month for eligible businesses and include access to more than 140 free, ad-supported streaming channels.
DIRECTV expands out-of-home programmatic advertising
The network offers Live TV inventory across offices, retail, bars and restaurants, with hotels planned later this year.
Second Circuit allows DIRECTV lawsuit against Nexstar to proceed
The decision allows DIRECTV to move forward with claims of improper collusion against Nexstar over its handling of retransmission consent negotiations for White Knight and Mission stations.
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DIRECTV launches streaming app for LG smart TVs
DIRECTV is now offering its streaming television app on smart TVs made by LG and powered by the WebOS operating system.