The Ukrainian parliament has approved at first reading a draft law that could have far-reaching consequences on media freedom in the country.
PlayStation TV set for October launch
Sony’s PlayStation TV will make its debut in PAL territories on November 14, and on October 14 in North America.
Apple TV sales slowing in crowded OTT field
Apple TV sales growth has slowed significantly this year, down to a 12% annual growth rate at an estimated 1.9 million units sold in Q2 2014 according to Strategy Analytics.
Europe beats US for Netflix speeds
Europe is beating the US when it comes to high-speed delivery of Netflix content, according to the company’s latest ISP speed index.
September launch for Measat-3b and Optus 10
Ariane 5 is readied for Arianespace’s September launch with Measat-3b (pictured) and Optus 10.
German sportdigital stocks up football rights
German sports channel sportdigital has acquired the broadcast rights for two further international football leagues.
Sportdeutschland TV to launch in Germany
The German Olympic Sports Confederation DOSB will expand its online sports TV channel and rebrand it from splink.tv into Sportdeutschland.TV.
More sport for BT customers
Sky Sports 5 will be available to both new and existing BT TV customers on their BT Vision+ set-top box when the channel launches today (August 12).
Liberty provides Ziggo offer update
Liberty Global has provided an update on its previously announced recommended public offer for Ziggo.
Russian telco for sale
President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree authorising the sale of the 50% stake in Kosmos-TV currently held by the Russian Television and Radio Broadcasting Network (RTRS).