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India Telecom Exec Sees ATSC 3.0 On Mobile Devices Driving Societal Benefits
December 15, 2021: Pamela Kumar discussed what the future may hold for 3.0 in India during a Q&A with TVTech
HDR Could Help Drive Greater NextGen TV Uptake
December 15, 2021: A pair of ATSC 3.0 experts recently discussed the role of HDR in propelling NextGen TV
FCC Approves Trio of Noncontroversial Items
December 15, 2021: Includes encouraging broadcast, cable to use Internet-delivered emergency warnings
Six Former FCC Chiefs ‘Concerned’ Over Aviation Agency 5G Stance
December 13, 2021: Six former chairs of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission criticized aviation regulators who have said new 5G mobile services approved by the FCC might pose safety hazards to aircraft.
ARK Multicasting Nears Launch Of Massive Broadcast Internet Network
December 10, 2021: The first two of nearly 300 LPTV stations will launch this month in Texas and Florida
Aviation Groups Warn of Serious Impacts From C-Band 5G Rollouts
December 9, 2021: Said to expect canceled flights, delayed shipments and emergency response disruptions
Over 200 newspapers are suing Facebook and Google for killing their advertising
December 8, 2021: More than 200 newspapers are suing Facebook and Google, alleging that the tech titans have unfairly manipulated the advertising market, siphoning away their revenue and crippling their businesses.
NextGen TV: SpectraRep’s EduCast Selected to Deliver Classroom Content to Students Via ATSC 3.0 Broadcasts in N.M.
December 7, 2021: The pilot project in New Mexico to deliver classroom content via ATSC 3.0 broadcasts to students without broadband services is the first U.S. educational datacasting deployment using NextGen TV services
FCC Pick Gigi Sohn Faces Potential Obstacles From GOP Senators.
December 3, 2021: Gigi Sohn’s nomination for a seat on the Federal Communications Commission faces a potential new hurdle following her testimony Wednesday before a Senate committee.
Scripps Howard Awards Accepting Entries
December 3, 2021: The Scripps Howard Awards, one of the nation’s most prestigious journalism competitions, is accepting entries until Feb. 6, 2022, for reporting and storytelling produced during 2021.
NAB Show Now Accepting Technical Paper and Panel Proposals
December 2, 2021: The deadline for technical paper and panel proposals for the Broadcast Engineering and Information Technology (BEIT) track of the 2022 NAB Show is January 14
Why billions in broadband money may go to the wrong places
November 29, 2021: The administration and Congress are devoting tens of billions of dollars to closing the digital divide. But a key ingredient is missing: an accurate picture of Americans' internet access.
Top Five TV Tech Summit Takeaways
November 23, 2021: NextGen TV and 5G are opening up new opportunities for broadcasters as the over-the-air audience continues to grow
An Update on Communications Laws and Issues
November, 2021
Former New York Times CEO Mark Thompson: “US TV News Is In Dead Trouble”
November 17, 2021: Former New York Times CEO Mark Thompson has said US TV news is in “dead trouble” as it loses audiences under the age of 60.
2022 Forecast: TV Broadcast Stations to Hit $38.22B in Revenue
November 16, 2021: Streaming and broadband services will also see strong growth, according to Kagan’s 2022 outlook for the technology, media and telecommunications sectors
Charter Spectrum Outage Hits L.A.
November 15, 2021: Charter Spectrum subscribers in Los Angeles did without internet, TV and landline service for over 15 hours Sunday
FCC Approves Gray’s $2.8B Purchase of the Meredith TV Stations
November 12, 2021: The FCC ruling denied two objections to the deal and said it “would serve the public interest"
Big Bird Backlash: Vax Lands Muppet In Political Flap
November 11, 2021: When Big Bird tweeted he had been vaccinated against COVID-19, conservative politicians immediately pushed back, including Ted Cruz who grilled Big Bird for what he called “government propaganda.”
Does Sinclair Plan on Taking Bally Sports RSNs Direct-to-Consumer via ATSC 3.0 Broadcast?
November 11, 2021: For some reason Sinclair won't explain, it won't license its Phoenix Bally Sports channel to NextGen-based pay TV startup Evoca TV
Survey: Technical obstacles preventing US 5G adoption
November 11, 2021: According to a survey carried out by Speedcheck, more than two-thirds of all 3G/4G users in the US want to adopt 5G but are prevented from doing so because of technical obstacles.
NAB’s Gordon Smith: 9 Lessons for Broadcasters
November 10, 2021: In his last state of the industry address, Smith stressed “NAB should never register Republican or Democrat, but as human, local and American.”
Sen. Lindsey Graham: “I will do everything in my power” to block Biden FCC pick
November 10, 2021: Sohn blasted for supporting broadband regulation and for... agreeing with Ajit Pai?
Here's what's in the $1 trillion infrastructure bill for tech
November 8, 2021: The bill includes major investments in broadband and electric vehicle infrastructure.
FCC Approves Boeing Broadband Application
November 3, 2021: Said it is in public interest to promote new satellite broadband service
Dems’ dreams could get crushed yet again — this time, at the FCC
November 1, 2021: Republican opposition to an FCC nominee could let Sens. Manchin and Sinema decide whether Biden secures a Democratic majority at the agency.
Build Back Better Includes $1 Billion-Plus for Broadband
October 29, 2021: FCC would get millions to promote its billions in subsidy programs
Live Production Over IP Now Becoming the Standard
October 29, 2021: Could the days of SDI be numbered?
LPTVs Push Back on FCC's Continuous Operation Mandate
October 28, 2021: Said new directive could throw wrench in their business
Locast to Pay $32M to Broadcasters to Settle Copyright Lawsuit
October 28, 2021: The popular app for cord-cutters suffered an adverse decision in late summer and has now agreed to be permanently shut down.
Biden picks his broadband vanguard at FCC and Commerce Department
October 26, 2021: POLITICO reported late Monday that the White House was preparing to announce the trio's nominations.
Broadband Missing from Biden-Harris Equity Fact Sheet
October 19, 2021: Makes no mention of high-speed internet access as factor in advancing economic, educational opportunities
APTS Applauds Proposals for Increased Public Television Funding
October 19, 2021: APTS commended the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Chair for recommending $565 million in fiscal year 2024 for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
A Secretive Hedge Fund is Gutting News Rooms
October 14, 2021: Inside Alden Global Capital
Exclusive: Gordon Smith on his NAB legacy
October 14, 2021: Earlier this year NAB president and CEO Gordon Smith announced he would be stepping down at the end of 2021. TVBEurope caught up with Smith to reflect on his time at the organisation, and what the future holds
YouTube’s stronger election misinformation policies had a spillover effect on Twitter and Facebook, researchers say
October 14, 2021: Share of Election-Related Posts on Social Platforms Linking to Videos Making Claims of Fraud
Report: Streaming Is the Top Target For Sophisticated Cyber Attacks
October 12, 2021: The number of sophisticated cyber attacks are increasing and the streaming industry has become the top target according to a new analysis from Atlas VPN
FCC Handing Out $163 Million More in Rural Broadband Bucks
Synamedia Rolls Out ‘Zero Compromise’ 8K Encoding, Streaming Tech
September 30, 2021: Synamedia, an independent video software provider, said today it has achieved 8K real-time encoding and streaming with “zero compromise” on its Vivid Compression platform powered by AMD EPYC 7763 processors.
Free Content Program Set For IBC Show
September 30, 2021: It will be delivered live in Amsterdam and online via IBC Digital and cover these themes: Production & Post Production, Content Supply Chain, OTT, Direct to Consumer (Content Everywhere), Live & Remote Production and Innovation.
Adoption of Smart TVs Shows Significant Growth, Hits 56%
September 29, 2021: Rapid growth in smart TV adoption since 2019 during the pandemic helps explain why Comcast and Amazon are launching their own CTVs, according to Parks Associates
Targeted Ads Lead NextGen TV’s Revenue Chase, Execs Say
September 27, 2021: Representatives from NBCUniversal Local, E.W. Scripps and Pearl TV claim that NextGen TV’s ability to deliver targeted ads to connected TVs is the most promising and immediate among the technology’s potential revenue streams, and the proliferation of NextGen-ready sets is bringing monetization closer.
Anxious About No Biden FCC Pick, Senators Urge Him To Stick With Jessica Rosenworcel
September 24, 2021: Eight months into his term, President Biden has yet to name his pick for the head of the Federal Communications Commission.
Tech Vendors Wrestle With NAB Void
September 23, 2021: Last week’s late cancellation of the NAB Show in October has dealt another major blow to the media technology industry. The ripple effects, vendors say, will be far-ranging.
Tegna Says It Has Received Offers To Buy the Company
September 21, 2021: Apollo Global, Standard General, Byron Allen reportedly interested
Wolk: Whoever Controls the Interface Controls
the TV Biz
Why TV Antennas Are Making a Comeback in the Streaming Age
WUFT-TV Adopts PMM Cloud-Based Broadcast Platform
September 15, 2021: The transition to the PMM platform is being paid for by a CPB grant
FCC's Carr: Make Big Tech Pay for USF Subsidies
September 16, 2021: Cites new report that argues that is the most efficient funding mechanism
TV Networks’ Bid to Create Nielsen Rival Gets Support From Advertisers
September 16, 2021: Cites new report that argues that is the most efficient funding mechanism
NAB Urges Support for Legislation to Sustain Local News Outlets
Evoca Adds NFL RedZone
Media Ownership Rules Are Detrimental to Competition, Localism and Diversity, NAB Says
FCC Ida Update: Almost Half Million Broadband/Cable Subs Without Service
September 2, 2021: Four TV stations remain off air
NTIA creates 2 new offices to handle broadband workload
Core Networks, Tower Connectivity, Broadcaster Education Vital for ATSC 3.0 Strength, Annual Confab Is Told
When will hyperlocal targeting come to TV news? It already has
August 26, 2021: An experimental technology reimagines the broadcast experience
How Pay TV Ends
Tech, Media & Telcom Industries Seeing Higher Employee Turnover
Nexstar Media Buys Political News Hub, The Hill, For $130 Million
August 20, 2021: Broadcaster Nexstar Media said Friday it’s buying The Hill, a leading purveyor of Beltway news, for $130 million as it expands in digital content.
New Data Shows YouTube Dominates Video Landscape for Kids
CPB Funds Public Media Stations Addressing COVID-19 Misinformation
Dielectric Optimizes Production Workflow For Busy LPTV Repack Phase
August 19, 2021: Dielectric is preparing for brisk business in the final stretch of the FCC’s Broadcast Incentive Auction, or spectrum repack, which will relocate displaced low-power TV, TV translator and FM stations to new frequencies by Sept. 5, 2022.
Diverse Groups Push Local Journalism Sustainability Act
August 17, 2021: Say tax breaks are key to saving broadcast livelihoods
The USDA Is Helping Expand Rural Broadband, But Providers Face Equipment Shortages
August 15, 2021: The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing millions of dollars to expand broadband in rural areas, but rural internet providers are facing shortages and long waits for equipment.
APT, PBS To Expand Programming on PBS Passport
August 10, 2021:Will add nearly 3,000 new episodes to the programming available on PBS’ digital streaming platform through 2023
Dish Slams Sinclair For Demanding Nearly Half a Billion in Fees
August 9, 2021:Dish’s response in escalating carriage dispute claims “broadcaster prioritizes greed, uses customers as pawns in negotiations”
Automated Captioning Leaps Forward, Improving Its Business Case
August 5, 2021:The technologies that underpin automated closed captioning accuracy continue to improve while costs decrease, helping broadcasters caption programming beyond that required by regulations.
Byron Allen Completes Acquisition of Gray TV Stations
August 3, 2021: Allen Media Broadcasting (AMG) has completed its acquisition of 10 stations from Gray TV, bringing the total number of local stations owned to 25. The deal is valued at $380 million.
Nielsen Readies Next-Gen Wearable Metering Tech
August 5, 2021: Nielsen says its new wearable Portable People Meters will be foundational to Nielsen ONE for cross-media audience insights for national and local TV and audio measurement.
Elon Musk's Starlink now almost as fast as broadband: report
August 5, 2021: Musk said the service is on its way to topping 500,000 users within the next year.
Tech Tour Van To Bring Cutting-Edge IP, Broadcast Solutions To Local Destinations
July 28, 2021: The OConsortium Technology Tour will visit over 20 sites on its East Coast leg
How Broadcasters Thrive In an OTT World
July 28, 2021: Rather than being an industry killer, OTT (over the top) streaming media is boosting viewership for broadcast television, with the biggest benefits being enjoyed by local TV stations and their ownership groups.
PBS, ‘Frontline,’ ’60 Minutes,’ ‘Vice News Tonight’ Lead 2021 News and Documentary Emmy Nominations
July 27, 2021: PBS led all networks in nominations for the 42nd annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards, landing 52 overall — thanks to the strength of signature series “Frontline,” “Independent Lens,” “POV,” “Nova,” “PBS News Hour” and “Nature.”
FCC composition remains ‘murkier than ever,’ says NSR analyst
July 26, 2021: Few probably would have guessed that the industry would still be waiting around in late July for the Biden Administration to name a permanent FCC chair, but that’s where things stand.
SpaceX challenged by U.S. FCC on bid for rural broadband subsidy
July 26, 2021: The Federal Communications Commission is challenging a bid by Elon Musk’s SpaceX for US$886 million in rural broadband subsidies, saying some of the money appeared headed for serving parking lots and airports with satellite-delivered broadband.
Verizon Loses 62,000 Pay TV, Adds 92,000 Broadband Subs in Quarter
July 21, 2021: The telecom giant, led by CEO Hans Vestberg, has been shifting its video focus away from FiOS TV to partnerships with third-party streaming services as it positions itself as a key distribution platform for them.
The InFOCUS Podcast: Anne Schelle, Pearl TV
July 20, 2021: It’s been an active few weeks for NEXTGEN TV rollouts, with more markets firing up lighthouses to help usher in the next era of broadcast TV.
Permanent FCC Chair Remains a Big X Factor for Biden
July 20, 2021: Six months in and with much on the agency's plate, a Democratic majority has yet to materialize
CNN Sets Launch of New Streaming Service in Q1 ‘22
July 19, 2021: CNN Sets Launch of New Streaming Service in Q1 ‘22
Don’t Wanna Pay Ransom Gangs? Test Your Backups
July 19, 2021: Browse the comments on virtually any story about a ransomware attack and you will almost surely encounter the view that the victim organization could have avoided paying their extortionists if only they’d had proper data backups.
Feds Ask: Should Netflix Air Emergency Alerts?
July 17, 2021: Congress may soon hear about the question from the FCC, which could start taking a more active role in regulating streaming services.
New Data on `The State of TV News’
July 16, 2021: The Pew Research Center has released detailed data on the TV news business, which saw increased viewing and revenue in 2020 but faces many future challenges
Ofcom calls for biggest shake-up to public service broadcasting in 20 years
July 15, 2021: Organisation is calling for the UK's regulatory system to be urgently updated
House Appropriations Committee recommends $565M for CPB
July 16, 2021:
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FCC's Carr Calls for 'Net Version of TV Martí to Connect Cubans
July 14, 2021: Joins DeSantis and Rubio in pushing Biden Administration
Erika Pulley-Hayes selected to lead WAMU
July 13, 2021: American University named Erika Pulley-Hayes as GM of its public radio station WAMU in Washington, D.C., Tuesday.
NewsON Debuts Redesigned App
July 8, 2021: Upgrade improves user experience and simplifies navigation to local newscasts from 275+ stations
FCC Proposes Fining Gray Half Million Dollars for Alleged Ownership Violation
July 7, 2021: Concludes it violated ban on owning top two stations in market
Sinclair’s WUTV/Fox 29 Launches Local News Operations
July 6, 2021: Debuts a 10 p.m. nightly newscast in the Buffalo, New York market
U.S. Lags Way Behind South Korea in 5G Speeds
July 2, 2021: New research from Speedcheck finds that 5G speeds are 10X faster in South Korea