Satellite operator trade body GSOA  has welcomed the European Commission’s publication of the proposed EU Space Act and the accompanying Vision for the European Space Economy, suggesting that the developments acknowledge the strategic relevance of space infrastructure and services for Europe’s economic resilience, technological sovereignty, competitiveness and digital future. The GSOA says that as the […]

A man who pocketed £300,000 (€352,000) through the operation of an illegal streaming service before he fled the UK has been sentenced to five years in prison. Mark Brockley ran a subscription-based IPTV service known as aFINITY IPTV for around five years, between 2014 and 2019. He was involved in the promotion, sale, and distribution […]

Lynk Global is a would-be global operator of a satellite-based ‘direct-to-mobile’ phone operation. Slam Corp, founded by former MLB star Alex Rodriguez, signed a merger agreement with Lynk in February 2024. That merger is now the subject of a formal complaint from Slam which argues that Lynk has failed to complete the merger. Consequently, Slam […]

AST SpaceMobile has received another boost from an investment bank. Bank of America has given a price target of $55. What’s somewhat remarkable is that the Bank has only included conventional commercial activity for its ‘Direct-to-Consumer’ space-based cellular service. The Bank has left out potential revenues from Defence or Government demands, both expected to figure […]

ViewLift, a provider of digital solutions for sports and media content owners, has announced its launch on Comcast’s Xfinity and Xumo platforms. In tandem with this strategic rollout, ViewLift has appointed Charles Mellilo as Chief Business Officer, where he will lead the company’s business development and marketing efforts. With this launch, ViewLift-powered apps—including Monumental Sports […]

The Coalition for Innovative Media Measurement (CIMM) has published guidance that the US market would benefit from widespread adoption of an open, universal watermark to support improved measurement, creative identity, as well as the deployment of standardised activation triggers, and unveiled an industry action plan to support accelerated adoption. The collaborative study, authored by industry […]

London-based LBG Media, a social entertainment powerhouse with a focus on young adults, has reported H1 total Group revenue up 13 per cent, reflecting momentum with clients. In a financial statement, the company said: “Whilst mindful of heightened macroeconomic volatility and the impact of tariff uncertainty on advertising spend and advertising yields since the half […]

Mediaocean, a partner for omnichannel advertising, has announced the promotion of Ramsey McGrory to President of Prisma, the platform for integrated media buying, optimisation and execution. In this role, McGrory will oversee the continued growth and expansion of Prisma for global customers and partners. McGrory currently serves as Chief Development Officer at Mediaocean, where he […]

Liberty Media has received unconditional approval from the European Commission to complete its acquisition of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports. The deal is now expected to close no later than July 3rd, opening the door to a new era for the sport. MotoGP is already currently seeing record crowds, new venues and growing audiences. Liberty […]

Following publication of the UK Government’s Creative Industries Sector Plan, Dame Caroline Dinenage MP, Chair of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee of the House of Commons, said: “It’s crucial that the Government has a comprehensive strategy in place that allows the creative industries to unlock their full potential and drive innovation and growth for […]