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DTG: AI is a structural shift for TV

A report from the Digital TV Group (DTG) has highlighted how artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly moving from experimentation into practical deployment across the television ecosystem, with implications that extend far beyond production efficiency. Drawing on industry discussions from DTG’s Technology Strategy Group, AI and the Future Television Ecosystem explores how AI is being applied […]

April 9, 2026

CNMC backs RTVE in ad dispute with private TV

Spain’s competition watchdog, the CNMC, has ruled in favour of RTVE in its ongoing dispute with private TV players, endorsing the broadcaster’s use of cultural sponsorship and dismissing a formal complaint lodged by UTECA.  The regulator concluded that the programme La Revuelta falls within the legal definition of a cultural programme. As such, it is permitted to include […]

April 9, 2026From David Del Valle in Madrid

Netflix Animation Studios opens in Vancouver

Netflix has announced the grand opening of Netflix Animation Studios (NAS) in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The studio was officially unveiled by Brenda Bailey, British Columbia’s Minister of Finance, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Netflix Chairman of Film Dan Lin; Netflix Head of Feature Animation and Family Film, Hannah Minghella; Honourable Anne Kang, British […]

April 9, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Narrative content joins ZEE5 UK platform

ZEE5 UK has announced a partnership with Narrative Entertainment, marking the first time an Indian streaming platform in the UK has collaborated with a UK channel operator and content distribution company to host its channels. The partnership brings a curated selection of Narrative’s Movies, Entertainment and Kids FAST channels to ZEE5 UK. As part of […]

April 9, 2026

Evrideo launches Outpost

Evrideo, the cloud-native SaaS platform for broadcast operations, has announced the launch of Evrideo Outpost, a comprehensive IP video command centre designed to solve complex video delivery challenges. Available immediately as both a fully managed SaaS offering and a self-hosted licensed deployment, Outpost provides broadcasters with a single, unified platform to monitor, route, record, transform, […]

April 9, 2026

Roku launches Howdy in Mexico

Roku has announced the launch of its SVoD platform Howdy in Mexico – priced at $39 pesos (€1.90) per month. Howdy offers subscribers unlimited access to a growing library of the entertainment, featuring thousands of titles and hours of content from partners including Lionsgate, Sony and TV Azteca, alongside select Roku Original titles. April launches […]

April 9, 2026By Nik Roseveare

LTN unveils network enhancements

LTN has announced major enhancements to its purpose-built global IP video network, introducing new capabilities for channel creators as they accelerate their transition from legacy satellite models. The latest innovations draw on deep experience completing successful, large-scale migrations for national networks, station groups and sports networks to deliver even better reach, reliability, visibility and operational […]

April 9, 2026

PDC revamps streaming service with Cleeng, Urban Zoo

The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has officially launched its revamped global streaming service, PDC TV, in collaboration with Cleeng and sports technology platform Urban Zoo. The upgraded platform offers darts fans a new streaming experience, featuring live coverage, on-demand highlights, replays, scores, rankings, and exclusive tournament content. The emergence of new talent such as Luke […]

April 9, 2026

Arqiva supports Nation Radio’s expansion

Arqiva, the media services and communications infrastructure operator, has announced Nation Radio as the launch partner for its new fully managed audio streaming platform, supporting one of the UK’s fastest-growing commercial radio groups as it continues to expand its reach and digital capabilities. Under the multi-year agreement, Nation Radio will migrate all 33 of its […]

April 9, 2026

BBC Player launching in-flight platform

BBC Studios has unveiled a version of its BBC Player streaming platform specifically designed for the aviation industry. Developed with Panasonic Avionics for in-flight entertainment seatback systems, this service will launch later this year. BBC Player will bring passengers a constantly updated library of BBC Studios’ factual, entertainment, documentaries, lifestyle, drama, comedy, and children’s content. […]

April 8, 2026By Nik Roseveare