Reports out of Saudi Arabia, and sourced to the Saudi attorney general’s office in the kingdom, say that Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, currently detained with about 95 other individuals, will be tried on alleged corruption charges. The reports say that detainees who have not agreed on financial settlements in order to close their cases will […]
Formula 1 has announced the renewal of its partnership with Sky Italia. For the next three years, from 2018 until 2020, Sky Italia will hold the exclusive broadcasting right of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship on TV and digital platforms in the Italian territory. The new agreement includes coverage of the three free practice […]
“No launch comes with no risk,” said Arianespace CEO Stephane Israel following the launch of two satellites in the late afternoon (7.20pm local time) of January 25th. The launch lifted SES-14 and Al-Yah-3 (YahSat-3) into orbit, but not without some heart-stopping anxieties. “Up until now our customers do not have contact with their satellites, said […]
Frédéric Vaulpré, Eurodata TV Worldwide Vice-President says: “In a content industry that is constantly searching for “the magic formula” to turn local productions into big international hits, understanding new audience usage is critical for broadcasters. 4-screen data gives a clearer viewer understanding and adopting multi-screen strategies are proving to be decisive for content success.” Avril […]
French broadcasters TF1 and M6 have announced they will share the FTA TV rights to the France national football team’s matches in the 2018-2020 period, after signing an agreement with UEFA. The broadcasters will equally share all Les Bleus’ matches, after the 2018 football World Cup in Russia (which TF1 and BeIN Sports hold the […]
Bitter words were exchanged in the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, with arguments over the country’s support of its satellite industry. According to a report in The Jerusalem Post, Likud member Yoav Kisch stated that “The state has decided to destroy the satellite communications industry, even though it’s a national need. I don’t see a solution right […]
Six out of 10 broadband consumers experienced slow service or had their connection stop working entirely in the last year, disrupting the ability of some consumers to work or study (24 per cent), pay bills or online bank (16 per cent), or connect with friends and family (21 per cent), new polling from Citizens Advice […]
Brent Montgomery is stepping down as CEO of ITV America to launch his own company. Montgomery took up the role in 2015, a year after the UK-based commercial broadcaster bought his prodco Leftfield Entertainment. He is now leaving to launch an entertainment company that will focus on content and talent, according to ITV America, which […]
Global sports provider Eleven Sports has extended its La Liga coverage in Belgium after agreeing an improved 3-year partnership with the Spanish football league. The new partnership means that fans will not miss a minute of the action as all La Liga matches will be available on Eleven Sports. Prior to the new agreement, Eleven […]
CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) has appointed Roland Nikolaou as Senior Director, Content Sales and Licensing, EMEA, with a remit to grow content partnerships with traditional broadcasters, digital publishers and platforms. Nikolaou will also deepen the relationships that CNN has with its existing affiliates across the region through initiatives such as CNN Consult, a bespoke offering […]