Smart device manufacturers now have to adhere to stricter rules if they want to sell their gadgets in the UK following a new law coming into effect. The law is designed to ensure there is enhanced security around devices such as televisions, fitness trackers and smart speakers that are linked to the internet. These gadgets […]
Bob Bakish, Paramount Global CEO, is reportedly set to resign – or be ousted from the company – amid tensions as the company explores a merger. The media conglomerate is currently in a 30-day exclusive negotiating period with Skydance Media, who have partnered with investment firms RedBird Capital and KKR to acquire Paramount controlling shareholder […]
ITV has launched ITV Insiders, a content ambassador programme that seeks to put ITV’s brand and programming at the heart of social conversations. The ITV Insiders initiative brings together over 100 of the UK’s forward thinking and culturally relevant content creators, encompassing a cross section of consumer interests, demographics and geographical regions. Rooted in the […]
Two men from Worcester in the UK’s West Midlands who operated a business selling illegal subscriptions to watch sports online have been sentenced at Worcester Crown Court. The court sentenced Benjamin Yates and Lewis Finch to 20 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months and 250 hours of unpaid work. Both men, who were trading under […]
Mediawan and Leonine Studios have announced the signing of a definitive agreement for Leonine to merge with Mediawan in an all-stock transaction. The combination aims to foster closer collaboration between the businesses, and establish Mediawan as a premier studio with a global presence across 13 countries, 85 labels, a catalogue of some 30,000 hours of […]
Trade body the Digital Entertainment Group International (DEGI) has confirmed that Johnnie Thompson, Director, Digital Stores, The Walt Disney Company EMEA, will be joining the board as Co-Chair, effective immediately, having previously sat as a board member. “The DEGI continues to play an increasingly important role in advancing the digital home entertainment industry by providing […]
VideoAmp, the media measurement company, has bolstered its advertiser-focused efforts with the addition of three, key new hires: Amy Madden as Senior Vice President, Revenue and Growth; Jeff Schmidt as Senior Vice President of Advertisers; and Conor Burgess as Vice President of Agency Partnerships. Madden will lead the agency side of sales and Schmidt the […]
Premier Sports, the sports broadcaster, has selected QuickLink’s Remote Commentary solution for its live sports coverage. Premier Sports offers sports fans access to 24/7 on-demand video collection, with a host of live content including Premier League, Formula 1, NBA, WTA, LaLiga, Serie A, Champions League, UFC, NASCAR and more. QuickLink’s Remote Commentary solution has enabled […]
GfK’s Radio Audience Measurement (RAM) is the single radio audience measurement for Malaysia’s market, as appointed by Commercial Radio Malaysia (CRM). Prior to this, CRM has awarded GfK a three-year contract from 2022 to 2024 to continuously provide RAM in Malaysia. This marked CRM and GfK’s third collaboration since 2016. Astro Radio continuously supports the […]
The digital age has ushered in a new era for sports enthusiasts. The traditional way of following a game is being supplemented with innovative tools that offer deeper insights and instant updates. This evolution is redefining the fan experience, bringing the excitement and dynamics of live sports directly to viewers, no matter where they are. […]
US media conglomerate Comcast has reported its Q1 results. Net income rose 0.6 per cent to $3.86 billion (€3.6bn) compared with $3.83 billion a year earlier. EBITDA declined 0.6 per cent to around $9.4 billion. The company’s revenue grew to $30.06 billion, up 1.2 per cent on the same period last year. Comcast reported that […]
Europe’s all-new Ariane 6 rocket is being assembled ready for a summer test launch. Its predecessor Ariane 5 rocket flew its last flight in July 2023. The new rocket should have been ready top seamlessly take over launch duties for the European Space Agency (ESA) and other commercial clients. However, Ariane 6 is late. Very […]
Full Disclosure: I write this piece without any pretence to journalistic objectivity. I ride a motorcycle, l love to do it, and I am a huge fan of motorcycle racing. Therefore, I wish Liberty Media all the best with their acquisition of Dorna, the organiser behind MotoGP and World Superbikes. MotoGP is the top, prototype […]