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Samsung unveils 130-inch Micro RGB TV

Samsung Electronics has unveiled what it says is “the world’s first 130-inch Micro RGB TV” at CES 2026, marking the debut of its largest Micro RGB display and a new design direction for ultra-premium displays. “Micro RGB represents the peak of our picture quality innovation, and the new 130-inch model takes that vision even further,” […]

January 5, 2026

What features do users want in online entertainment platforms?

When users log into an online entertainment platform, they don’t want gimmicks. They want speed, relevance, seamless navigation, and something that feels like it was designed for them. Platforms that fail to deliver this are forgotten within seconds. Those that get it right become part of a user’s daily habits, like opening Spotify in the […]

January 5, 2026

Data: Turkey fines broadcasters $5.3m in 2025

Turkey’s Radio & Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) regulator applied 99 sanctions in 2025 and levied fines against broadcasters and digital platforms a total of about $5.3 million (€4.5m). The main recipients were news and political commentaries, according to data from the Stockholm Center for Freedom which has monitored events. Additional to the financial penalties some […]

January 5, 2026By Chris Forrester

Pearl TV launching NEXTGEN TV Converter Box Programme

As the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) considers next steps on the transition to ATSC 3.0 television broadcasting in the US, Pearl TV has announced the NEXTGEN TV Converter Box Programme, an industry-led effort focused on ensuring that over-the-air TV households have an affordable and user-friendly way to access NEXTGEN TV services while continuing to rely […]

January 5, 2026

Prime Video US delivers most watched NFL TNF ever

Prime Video in the US reports it has delivered the most-watched season to date across the 20-year history of the NFL’s Thursday Night Football package. The 2025 season of TNF on Prime averaged 15.33 million viewers throughout its 15-game campaign, marking a +16 per cent increase over the 2024 season and the third-consecutive year of […]

January 5, 2026

DirecTV launches streaming TV solution for small businesses

DirecTV For Business has announced the launch of its new streaming TV solution for small businesses in the US, with plans to expand the offering to larger business locations soon. Streaming offers a simple, self-installation solution for small businesses that have a high-speed broadband connection, particularly for those in metropolitan areas where satellite installation may […]

January 5, 2026

Thaicom targets $300m revenues from Thaicom 10

Thaicom’s CEO Patompob Suwansiri says that while by 2027 it still expects around 70 per cent of its annual revenues will come from its geostationary fleet, and helped by its Thaicom 10 satellite which will then be fully operational. Thaicom 10 is being built by Airbus and will be launched on a SpaceX rocket during […]

January 5, 2026By Chris Forrester

TiVo OS adds new features; content partnerships

TiVo, a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi, has announced a number enhancements to its independent media platform at CES 2026, including new features for TiVo OS, expanded content partnerships, wider availability across devices, and a deeper sports lineup. TiVo OS is now available on a full range of Smart TV devices, ranging from 2K to […]

January 5, 2026

Ford extends Channel 4 Documentaries sponsorship

Channel 4 Sales has secured a two-year deal with Ford as the lead sponsor of Channel 4 Documentaries, extending their partnership from January 2026 to December 2027.  The deal continues a collaboration between both parties that began in 2021, with Ford’s branding set to feature across broadcast, streaming, and a dedicated Channel 4 Digital pot […]

January 5, 2026

Eutelsat, Airtel Gabon bring rail connectivity to Gabon

Eutelsat has announced that its OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) connectivity services are being deployed to connect passenger trains in Gabon, delivered in partnership with Airtel Gabon. The deployment builds on successful testing and is being implemented as part of a national initiative led by the Gabonese Ministry of Digital Economy, Digitalisation and Innovation and […]

January 2, 2026