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TCL to take control of Sony’s TV business

Visitors to the CES technology show earlier in January perhaps wondered why Sony didn’t have a presence. Now they know. Sony is to form a joint-venture with Chinese rival TCL to take over its TV business. TCL will own 51 per cent of the business, with Sony taking a back seat with 49 per cent. […]

January 21, 2026By Chris Forrester

ESA invests in SWISSto12

SWISSto12, the aerospace company and manufacturer of advanced satellite systems and radio frequency (RF) products, has announced securing €73 million in financial support from ESA member states through the HummingSat ARTES partnership project. SWISSto12 says the funding will accelerate its development and industrialisation of HummingSat, as well as scaling up its manufacturing capacity and accelerating […]

January 21, 2026

Gracenote appoints Condon as Head of Advertising Sales

Nielsen’s Gracenote has announced that Bill Condon has joined the company as its first Head of Advertising Sales. In this role, Condon will be responsible for driving revenue across Gracenote’s advertising business, with a focus on accelerating adoption of its Content Connect CTV ad platform. Launched in December 2025, Content Connect brings Gracenote’s content intelligence into […]

January 21, 2026

Telekom Srbija joins AAPA

Trade body the Audiovisual Anti-Piracy Alliance (AAPA) has confirmed that Telekom Srbija has officially joined the Alliance, reinforcing its strategic expansion in South-East Europe and bringing new operational strength to the collective fight against audiovisual piracy. As one of the largest and fastest-growing telecommunications and media groups in Southeastern Europe and the leader of digital […]

January 21, 2026By Colin Mann

UK mobile industry calls for planning reforms

Mobile connectivity is the fundamental backbone of everyday life, according to trade body Mobile UK. From how we work and learn to how we access an increasing number of public services, our reliance on high-speed networks continues to grow, it notes. “As we progress into the AI era, the UK stands at a critical juncture, […]

January 21, 2026By Colin Mann

World Productions makes senior editorial appointments

World Productions, part of ITV Studios, has announced two senior appointments to further bolster its editorial team. Kathryn Shrubb joins as Head of Development, where she will lead World Productions’ strategy to bring diverse projects to life. An experienced story producer, Shrubb has developed and managed scripted slates across a number different production companies, including […]

January 21, 2026

Netflix, WBD amend buyout to all-cash transaction

Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) have, as expected, amended their definitive agreement for Netflix’s pending acquisition of Warner Bros to an all-cash transaction. Netflix said that the revised agreement “simplifies the transaction structure, provides greater certainty of value for WBD stockholders, and accelerates the path to a WBD stockholder vote”. The all-cash transaction continues […]

January 20, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Spain: Landmark ruling against TV piracy

A Spanish court has set a new benchmark in the fight against TV piracy by imposing prison sentences of up to three years on those responsible for illegally distributing the signal of Movistar+ and other pay-TV operators. In a ruling – described as a turning point for the audiovisual industry – the Málaga Provincial Court […]

January 20, 2026From David Del Valle in Madrid

UK consults on kids’ social media use

A consultation will identify the next steps in the UK government’s plan to boost children’s wellbeing online, ensuring they have a healthy relationship with mobile phones and social media. The proposals will build on the government’s broader action to ensure every child gets the best start in life, including a revised curriculum and better skills […]

January 20, 2026By Colin Mann

Liberty Global eyes Three Ireland

Liberty Global is reportedly holding talks to acquire Three Ireland in a deal that could be worth as much as €1.5 billion. Liberty Global, which already owns Virgin Media, is holding discussions with Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison, which owns the Three Ireland brand, according to a report in the FT. CK Hutchison operates mobile […]

January 20, 2026