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Record interest for 2025 Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe

A global audience of millions tuned in to watch the French-trained Daryz claim victory in the 104th edition of the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe on October 5th.  The event’s worldwide reach was amplified by coverage across 35 international media outlets, reaffirming the appeal of one of Europe’s most prestigious horse races. Spearheaded by […]

October 8, 2025

ROXi debuts AI-generated TV presenters

FastStream Interactive has announced the introduction of its first AI-generated virtual TV presenters to host a TV music channel, on its free interactive TV music channel, ROXi. The virtual hosts will introduce music videos on ROXi, initially on US broadcast TV and on Sky in the UK and Ireland. ROXi’s AI-generated TV presenters will host […]

October 7, 2025

Hitchin man jailed over illegal streaming service

A man has been sentenced to three years in prison following an investigation into an illegal streaming service that offered cheap access to premium TV channels and on-demand content. Nishan Silva, aged 34 of Blackhorse Lane, Hitchin, was linked to the management and facilitation of an illicit streaming service operating under the names Andy UTV […]

October 7, 2025

Sky Sports nets 11 year NBA deal

Starting this season, Sky Sports will air over 100 live NBA games per season in the UK and Ireland. The deal follows NBCUniversal – which, like Sky, is owned by Comcast – acquiring extensive rights across North America to the top-flight US basketball league in 2024. Live coverage on Sky Sports is underway with a […]

October 3, 2025By Nik Roseveare

Virgin Media refreshes bundles

Virgin Media is refreshing its bundle line-up which its says will “put entertainment at the heart, simplify its offering and provide even more value for its customers” – including faster broadband, more HD channels, and Netflix included as standard across a selection of broadband and entertainment packages. New and re-contracting customers can choose from five […]

October 2, 2025

ITV Studios makes Data and Business hires

ITV Studios has announced a number of senior appointments to strengthen its Data & Insights and Business Development divisions under Tom Clark, EVP, Global Sales & Commercial Strategy. ITV Studios said the hires are part of its wider strategy to drive growth and unlock new opportunities across Global Partnerships and Zoo 55. ITV Studios is […]

October 1, 2025

Dash Pictures hires Oliver as Head of Development and Executive Producer

UK indie Dash Pictures has hired Jack Oliver as Head of Development and Executive Producer across all unscripted and scripted content. Jack, an experienced broadcast producer and executive, recently left European pay-TV giant Sky from his role as Head of Co-Productions after a decade at the company where he started as an Acquisitions Manager working […]

September 30, 2025

Magic Light Pictures celebrates Halloween with Pip and Posy’s Spooktacular Party on Sky Kids

Commissioned by Sky Kids, the first animated special from Magic Light Pictures’ award-winning and BAFTA-nominated preschool property Pip and Posy will premiere on October 1st on the Sky Kids linear channel as well as being available on demand on Sky Kids and NOW. Featuring exciting new characters and locations, Pip and Posy’s Spooktacular Party sees […]

September 30, 2025

Italian Sky Original Gucci – Fine Dei Giochi to begin filming in 2026

Sky has announced new Italian Sky Original series Gucci – Fine dei Giochi (working title) – a modern family epic about the power of a name, the price of fame, and the allure of success and money – lots of money. Filming will commence in spring 2026 and the series will be directed by Gabriele […]

September 29, 2025

Sky News coverage on MSNBC

Sky News has announced a multi-year deal with MSNBC, the US news network, which will pay for the use of its cross-platform coverage. The channel’s live broadcasts, TV packages and online journalism are to be used by MSNBC as part of a commercial agreement, the details of which were not disclosed. All Sky News’ British and […]

September 25, 2025