Samsung Electronics UK has unveiled what it describes as an “exciting” new partnership with BAFTA (The British Academy of Film and Television Arts), as it continues to expand its commitment to supporting the UK’s vibrant creative industries. The partnership announcement coincides with the launch of Samsung’s 2025 TV, projector and soundbar line-up, bringing the latest […]
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 100 per cent tariff on all internationally-produced films. Trump said he was authorising the Department of Commerce and Trade Representative to begin the process to impose the levy because he feels that America’s film industry is dying “a very fast death”. He blamed a “concerted […]
Thousands of public and private news media around the world have joined an initiative by the European Broadcasting Union and WAN-IFRA calling on AI developers to help ensure that Artificial Intelligence is safe, reliable and beneficial for the news ecosystem and the public. The initiative – News Integrity in the Age of AI – proposes […]
Following Jean-François Fallacher’s appointment as CEO at Eutelsat, Jérôme Hénique, currently Executive Vice President, CEO of Orange Middle East and Africa, has been appointed Executive Vice President, CEO of Orange France, effective from June 1st. He will remain a member of the Group Executive Committee and report to Christel Heydemann, CEO of the Orange group. […]
At the WAVES 2025 conference in New Delhi, a panel discussion on Piracy: Safeguarding Content through Technology brought together global leaders in media, law, and cybersecurity to address one of the most pressing challenges facing the digital content economy. Moderated by Neil Gane, Vice President and Head of Asia Pacific at IP House, the conversation […]
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the BBC have extended their partnership which will see the broadcaster continuing to screen England Men’s and Women’s international highlights and live coverage of The Hundred for the next four years. The deal, which runs from 2025-28, will see highlights of England Men’s and Women’s internationals broadcast […]
The Culture, Media and Sport Committee of the UK House of Commons is to question Ofcom Chief Executive Melanie Dawes and Chair Lord Grade on the work of the communications regulator. The evidence session on May 6th will focus on the responsibilities of Ofcom in relation to broadcasting regulation and standards, and the challenges and […]
The UK’s arts and culture, creative industries, tourism and sport sectors are set to benefit from a major new cooperation deal and economic links with India, as the government delivers on its Plan for Change to boost growth and opportunity. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, who is of Indian heritage, is on a three-day visit to […]
The Audiovisual Anti-Piracy Alliance (AAPA) is urging policymakers to take decisive action against online piracy of live events following a key industry meeting hosted by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). This gathering brought together leaders from the European Commission, Member States, rights organisations, media companies, and tech platforms to assess the impact of […]
Pro-copyright consumer education body The Industry Trust for IP Awareness’s ‘Moments Worth Paying For’ campaign is presenting an exclusive message with How To Train Your Dragon lead cast members Nico Parker, Mason Thames and Gerard Butler encouraging audiences to experience the sweeping landscapes and action-packed adventures on the big screen and support their local cinema. […]