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France: Telcos granted Altice deal exclusivity extension

On April 17th, Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange announced the submission of a new offer reflecting a total enterprise value of €20.35 billion for the Altice France assets under consideration. The Altice France group had granted the Consortium with an initial exclusivity period until today [May 15th]. The parties are still pursuing their […]

May 15, 2026

Orange Spain launches Vuela TV

Orange Spain has unveiled Vuela TV, a new low-cost TV platform aimed at expanding access to premium entertainment across Spanish households. The launch comes on the heels of Movistar Plus introducing a reduced-content version of its own TV service in an attempt to attract a broader customer base, signalling growing competition in Spain’s streaming and […]

May 7, 2026From David Del Valle in Madrid

France: Brut launches free TV channel

Online media company Brut, now owned by the CMA Media (the media branch of conglomerate CMA CGM), has launched a new, dedicated channel in France. Based on “authentic and engaging stories through reports, documentaries and interviews”, the Brut Channel is now available via French telcos and CTV services including Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Molotov, TCL and […]

April 29, 2026From Pascale Paoli-Lebailly in Paris

Orange reports “very solid” Q1

Orange, the French multinational telco, has reported that Q1 2026 revenues increased 3.5 per cent to €10.09 billion, driven by double-digit growth in Africa & Middle East (+12.7 per cent), and robust performances in France (+2.3 per cent) and Europe (+2.2 per cent) The company reported a sustained retail performance (+2.9 per cent) in France, […]

April 23, 2026

Orange cleared to take full control of MasOrange

Orange has secured approval from the Spanish government to acquire full ownership of MasOrange, paving the way for the French operator to complete the merger. The authorisation, granted through Spain’s Council of Ministers and Ministry of Economy, allows Orange to purchase the remaining 50 per cent stake in MasOrange still held by Lorca, the investment […]

April 21, 2026From David Del Valle in Madrid

French telcos plan SFR acquisition

Following the due diligence phase initiated in 2026, Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange have submitted a new offer and are starting exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group with a view to acquiring SFR. This offer reflects a total enterprise value of €20.35 billion for the Altice France assets under consideration. Altice France […]

April 17, 2026By Colin Mann

Tingry named Canal+ Chief data & AI Officer

Anne Laure Tingry has been appointed Chief data & AI (artificial intelligence) Officer at Canal+, reporting to Maxime Saada, Chairman of the Management Board and CEO of Canal+, and joins the group’s Executive Committee. As the global media and entertainment group steps up its focus on artificial intelligence, Tingry will be responsible for leading Canal+’s […]

April 1, 2026

The Channel Store, Orange local TV channel boost

The Channel Store, part of the TVUP group, has partnered with Orange in Spain to launch a structured offering of local channels within the Orange TV ecosystem. The companies said the collaboration marks a significant step in the evolution of connected television in Spain, integrating regional content into a high-profile national platform. The alliance reinforces […]

March 27, 2026From David Del Valle in Madrid

Spain: SPI International extends Orange TV carriage

SPI International has renewed its agreement with Spain’s Orange TV, part of MasOrange Group,. SPI’s TV channels Fast&FunBox, FightBox and Gametoon are available through Orange TV and partnership between two companies has now been extended through 2026. “We are delighted to continue our successful cooperation with Orange, a leading player in Spain. This agreement reflects […]

March 26, 2026

Orange eyes Globecast divestment

Orange and investment fund Verdoso have signed an exclusivity agreement with a view to a potential sale of Globecast, the telco’s media services business. Globecast currently supports thousands of customers – TV channels, rights holders and platform operators – in distributing and broadcasting their audiovisual content worldwide. The company relies on a worldwide network of […]

March 25, 2026By Colin Mann