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Comcast’s Sky makes ITV acquisition official, will spend $2.16 billion to buy broadcaster
Sky says the acquisition strengthens its ability to compete with global streaming platforms, while ITV says its public service broadcasting obligations remain protected.

Fubo rolls out price increase on NBC-inclusive plans after new carriage deal
The adjusted price accounts for a $11 discount the company rolled out during the NBC dispute, plus a modest bump to account for its new carriage deal.

Starz comes to Peacock through add-on subscription
Peacock subscribers can add Starz for $12 per month and stream movies and shows from that service without leaving the platform.

Trump SCOTUS appointee expresses concern over weaponization of FCC
Justice Neil Gorsuch said an order issued by the court on Monday could allow Trump and future presidents to pull more strings at the FCC and other agencies.

Peacock subscriptions now available through YouTube Primetime Channels
Comcast might be spinning out its NBC Universal division into a separate company, but the broadband and TV provider is still making moves when it comes to those assets.

Comcast spinning out NBC Universal, Sky Group into separate company
Comcast will retain a minority investment in the newly-formed company for at least a year.

WPP Media launches initiative to develop AI standards for TV and video advertising
WPP is working with major media companies on the initiative, including Comcast Advertising, Disney, Fox, NBCUniversal, Netflix and Paramount.

Fox, Telemundo see ratings gold during opening matches of FIFA World Cup tournament
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is off to a record-setting start in the United States, with Fox Sports and Telemundo noting historic audiences during opening matches.

NBC Universal channels return to Fubo under new deal
Fubo will start carrying Telemundo and other Spanish-language networks this week, with English-language networks from NBC Universal coming in the near future.
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Nielsen: TV is biggest gateway to soccer fandom in U.S., Canada
Broadcasters are leaning into the trend of soccer fandom in the U.S. by snatching up rights for their networks and streaming services — and those bets are producing results.
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Telemundo launches free streaming channel with news from southwest stations
The new channel, called Noticias Telemundo Suroeste, will aggregate news reports and other information from the company's southwestern TV stations.

Versant platform revenue increases during Q1, total revenue slips
Versant’s first-quarter profit fell as TV distribution and ad revenue weakened, though growth at Fandango, GolfNow and content licensing softened the decline.
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