Canal+ extends SES satellite partnership through 2040
Canal+ has extended its satellite capacity partnership with SES through 2040, securing distribution across Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. … [Read More...]
Today’s News – As it Happens
Netflix adapts mobile app for iPhone Duo and expands Clips plans
Netflix has unveiled a redesigned mobile experience for iPhone Duo, with controls that adapt to the device’s folding positions, alongside plans to introduce themed discovery feeds in 2027. … [Read More...]
Channel 4 joins Disney+ in latest streamer-broadcaster partnership
Channel 4’s main linear channel and a selection of its on-demand programmes will launch on Disney+ in the UK and Ireland in early 2027, extending the growing series of agreements between European broadcasters and global streaming platforms. … [Read More...]
IBC2026 Amsterdam
MainStreaming and Deutsche Telekom take on live streaming peaks
IBC 2026 Backscreen sees vertical video opening new opportunities for broadcasters
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IBC2026: Dotscreen tackles smart TV fragmentation and brings multiview to more screens
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News Line
Virgin Media O2 extends 2Gbps broadband to cable network
Virgin Media O2 has launched its Gig2 broadband service over its hybrid fibre-coaxial network for the first time, extending availability beyond its full-fibre footprint.
Verimatrix returns to quarterly growth as licence sales and sports streaming lift revenue
Verimatrix reported a 20% increase in third-quarter anti-piracy revenue to $10.4 million, driven by higher licence sales and growing subscription demand, particularly in live sports streaming.
Ofcom warns streaming shift could widen Northern Ireland sports blackouts
Ofcom has warned that the migration towards streaming could increase restrictions on Northern Ireland viewers accessing Irish television, with neither technology nor existing regulatory powers offering a comprehensive solution.
DNA launches flexible streaming and audio subscription bundle
Finnish operator DNA has launched DNA Viihdemix, allowing customers to combine three video, podcast and audiobook services under a single subscription and monthly bill.
Freely, satellite apps and audience measurement feature in HbbTV Awards shortlist
Agbar Tower, Barcelona The HbbTV Association has announced 19 shortlisted entries for its 2026 awards, with Freely device certification, satellite-delivered applications and audience measurement among the technologies recognised.
Canal+ secures Senegalese wrestling rights for Canal+ Sport and SuperSport
Canal+ has acquired exclusive rights to six Senegalese wrestling events for the 2026–2027 season across more than 40 territories in sub-Saharan Africa.
UKTV to move to Television Centre in spring 2027
UKTV will relocate its headquarters from Hammersmith to Television Centre in White City by spring 2027, bringing its staff closer to colleagues across BBC Studios.
Travelxp launches in Dolby Vision on Magenta TV Austria
Travelxp has launched its 4K HDR channel on Magenta TV in Austria, with programming delivered in Dolby Vision.
Eutelsat renews Qatar Media Corporation distribution agreement
Eutelsat has signed a new multi-year agreement with Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) to continue distributing the public broadcaster’s television services across the Middle East and North Africa.
O2 and Nokia trial AI to boost 5G capacity at Paddington
O2 and Nokia have deployed an AI-powered radio access network feature on O2’s live network in London Paddington, reporting an improvement in spectral efficiency of up to approximately 20%.
Could liquid content be the next big thing for media?
AI could take media personalisation beyond recommendation engines, allowing content to adapt to individual users, situations and platforms.
Sky, BBC News automation and Newsmax Ukraine recognised at RTS Technology Awards
Sky’s live HDR and Sky Glass technology, BBC News’ Sofie automation project and the team behind Newsmax Ukraine were among those recognised at the RTS Technology Awards 2026.
People
Christiane Amanpour to leave CNN after 43 years
Christiane Amanpour will leave CNN at the end of June 2027, bringing a career spanning more than four decades at the network to a close. … [Read More...]
Peter Rice replaces Bela Bajaria as Netflix content chief
Netflix has appointed former Disney and Fox executive Peter Rice as Chief Content Officer, succeeding Bela Bajaria, amid concerns about the performance of some of its shows. … [Read More...]
Rocío Lorenzo to succeed John Porter as Telenet CEO
Rocío Lorenzo will become CEO of Telenet on November 2, succeeding John Porter after 13 years at the helm of the Belgian telecoms and media operator. … [Read More...]
Central & East Europe
Polish streaming share falls as autumn TV schedules return
Streaming’s share of television viewing in Poland fell to 10.4% in September, as autumn schedules helped traditional channels regain audiences, according to Nielsen’s The Gauge. … [Read More...]
Netflix leads YouTube on Samsung smart TVs in Poland
Netflix has remained ahead of YouTube in Samsung’s Polish smart TV app figures for a fifth consecutive month, according to data released by the manufacturer. … [Read More...]
AMC launches free SELEKT Light service in Czech Republic and Slovakia
AMC Global Media has launched SELEKT Light in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, replacing its existing AMC Mikro streaming service. … [Read More...]
TV
Streaming to overtake linear media revenue in Germany in 2026
Germany’s audio and audiovisual media market is forecast to grow by 1.8% to €16.3 billion in 2026, but the increase is driven entirely by streaming, while TV and radio advertising revenues are both expected to fall by 6%, according to industry association VAUNET. … [Read More...]
NHK sends 8K and 4K cameras on Mars moons mission
NHK’s Super Hi-Vision cameras have launched aboard Japan’s Martian Moons eXploration spacecraft, beginning a mission to capture ultra-high-definition images of Mars and its moons. … [Read More...]
DFB.TV joins Deutsche Telekom’s MagentaTV platform
The German Football Association’s (DFB) dedicated football channel DFB.TV is expanding its distribution through a partnership with Deutsche Telekom, making the pay-TV service available via MagentaTV and MagentaSport. … [Read More...]
Editors’ Choice
CANAL+ revenue rises 37.5% as MultiChoice turnaround progresses
CANAL+ reported a 37.5% increase in nine-month revenue following its acquisition of MultiChoice, although revenue on a comparable, constant-currency basis was slightly lower. … [Read More...]
TF1 reports 30% viewership growth following Netflix launch
TF1 says viewing hours for TF1+ have risen 30% year-on-year following the launch of its distribution partnership with Netflix more than three months ago. … [Read More...]
Nandy targets streaming safeguards in Sky–ITV merger review
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is considering extending the UK’s media merger rules to streaming, raising questions over the breadth of on-demand programming available to viewers if Sky completes its £1.6 billion acquisition of ITV’s television business. … [Read More...]
Long Reads
One Burning Question with NEM Dubrovnik 2026 Speakers
Behind every headline-making series, platform launch, or ratings success, there’s a bigger conversation shaping the future of the industry. From audience behaviour and content discovery to collaboration, innovation, and sustainability – some of the most important topics in TV and streaming still don’t get enough attention. That’s why we asked NEM Dubrovnik 2026 speakers One[Read More…]
The Long Game in FAST: Market by Market
When we launched wedotv in 2018 (then called Watch4), the prevailing wisdom in the entertainment industry was clear: subscription video-on-demand was the future.
