Advanced Television

Es’hailSat distributes Sama Jordan TV channel

Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, has expanded its channel offerings by incorporating Sama Jordan TV channel into its video distribution lineup at the 26° East orbital position, facilitated by the Es’hail-2 satellite. The Es’hailSat satellite footprint strategically encompasses the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, optimising signal coverage and enabling significant viewership potential for […]

May 7, 2026

ST Microelectronics delivers 7.5bn Starlink chips

Swiss semi-conductor and chipset manufacturer ST Microelectronics (STM) says it has delivered 7.5 billion integrated circuit chipsets to SpaceX’s Starlink since 2021. It added that its low Earth orbit-based revenues are now $600 million annually, and this segment will grow to $3 billion in 2030 with around 200 million user terminals deployed. Headquartered in Switzerland, […]

May 7, 2026By Chris Forrester

Report: 92% of iOS ad spend now goes to remarketing

AppsFlyer’s 2026 State of eCommerce App Marketing report reveals that 92 per cent of all iOS ad spend now goes to remarketing as re-engagement budgets surge worldwide. On Android, remarketing also climbed to 85 per cent. Whilst UK Android Ad Fraud dropped from 22.2 per cent to 11.8 per cent, UK iOS Fraud grew from […]

May 7, 2026

Reliance eyes LEO constellation

Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries is reportedly examining a multi-billion dollar entry into low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications through Jio Platforms, India’s Economic Times has reported, citing people with knowledge of internal discussions. The plan includes building satellites, payloads, launch vehicles, and user terminals, while Reliance simultaneously holds talks with Indian government bodies over securing […]

May 7, 2026

WNBA tipping off 30th season on Sky Sports

The WNBA returns to Sky Sports this weekend with the league entering a landmark 30th season. For the 2026/27 aseason, the league has expanded from 13 to 15 teams with the addition of the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo, first announced in 2024. This follows the addition of the Golden State Valkyries in 2025. As […]

May 7, 2026By Nik Roseveare

ITV Studios secures unscripted deal with WBD for LatAm

ITV Studios has announced an unscripted content package deal with Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) for its Discovery and Discovery Home & Health Channels in Latin America, bringing a diverse slate of documentaries, reality, and lifestyle programming to audiences across the region. The deal, brokered by Catalina Ramirez, VP Sales, of US and Latin America at ITV […]

May 7, 2026

Beyond the ad break: How UK gambling regulation is reshaping casino marketing

For years, gambling companies dominated UK television advertising. During major sporting events, betting and casino brands occupied prime commercial slots, their messaging delivered by household-name celebrities and football legends. It was expensive, visible, and — for a long time — effective. That era is ending. A combination of regulatory pressure, shifting viewer habits, and growing […]

May 7, 2026

National League Promotion Finals exclusively on DAZN

The Road to Wembley reaches its ultimate destination this weekend as Boreham Wood and Rochdale battle out in the Enterprise National League Promotion Final. After a season of relentless drama, the two sides meet at Wembley Stadium, where a place in the English Football League remains the ultimate prize.  For Rochdale, May 10th represents the […]

May 7, 2026

WWE SmackDown coming to London O2 in June

WWE has announced that SmackDown will head to London’s O2 Arena on June 23rd, the night after Raw emanates from the same venue.  Both shows will air on Netflix – although it is currently unknown if they will air as per past international episodes have. Additionally, Sheffield’s Utilita Arena will host a live event as […]

May 7, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Sky confirms second season of Saturday Night Live UK

Saturday Night Live UK will return for a second season, with Sky confirming it has commissioned 12 more episodes of the British incarnation of NBC’s legendary late-night comedy showcase. Season 2 will air between autumn 2026 and early 2027. The news comes as the first season draws to a close on May 16th. The series so […]

May 7, 2026By Nik Roseveare