Free has decided not to distribute Netflix in France, at least not right away.
Euronews appoints Stephanie Schroeder
Euronews CEO Michael Peters, has appointed Stephanie Schroeder as director of external relations and member of the Executive Committee.
Motors TV adds MPEG-4 distribution to IPTV
Motors TV, which has been distributed over IPTV to Freeview boxes, has taken up capacity within a broadcast multiplex.
4.2 million Dutch are active streaming users
The Dutch have taken a liking for streaming content with 4.2 million active users with Netflix and Spotify taking the lead.
Tensions mount over Russian ownership law
CTC Media has made a request for an easing of the upcoming restrictions on foreign ownership of Russian media companies.
Canal+ loses rugby rights appeal
Canal+ and beIN Sports are set for major fight for the lucrative rights to French Top 14 rugby.
HD takes off in Russia
HD services are growing in popularity in Russia and will be watched in 24.5 million homes by the beginning of 2019.
Polish stations win DTT argument
The Polish National Broadcasting Council (KRRiT) has assuaged fears voiced by many in the industry about what will be the country’s eighth DTT multiplex.
Eurosport, Nickelodeon, Disney stay on DTT in Germany
Commercial broadcasters Eurosport, Nickelodeon/Nicknight, Tele 5 and Disney Channel will remain available via DTT in the Hannover/Braunschweig region in German federal state Lower Saxony.
Discovery considers DTT changeover in Munich
Discovery Communications Deutschland can broadcast its women’s channel TLC instead of men’s channel DMAX via DTT in Munich from January 1, 2015.