The German media authorities have published the list of TV and radio channels that will receive prioritised placement on smart TVs and user interfaces for easy discovery.
French Competition Authority says TF1-M6 fusion would have created “ultra-dominant” player
The French Competition Authority has defended its stance over the proposed merger between TF1 and M6.
EC adopts European Media Freedom Act
The European Commission (EC) has adopted a European Media Freedom Act, a novel set of rules to protect media pluralism and independence in the EU.
Crown Jewel sporting events face future behind paywall
Crown Jewel sporting events risk only being made available on subscription services, bosses at BBC and ITV have warned.
South Africa joins drive to regulate streaming services
The African National Congress (ANC) has proposed a new framework that would reign back streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+.
EC opens in-depth investigation into Orange’s VOO- Brutélé acquisition
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into the proposed acquisition of Belgian cablenet’s VOO and Brutélé by Orange.
UK Government to review Drahi’s BT stake
The government is to review Altice’s growing stake in BT on grounds of national security.
Broadcasting White Paper: Streaming reform, Channel 4 sell-off and Crown Jewels review
The UK regulator Ofcom would be given new powers to regulate streaming services under a proposal in a new government White Paper.
German regulator bans zero-rating options from Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone
The Germany Federal Network Agency (BNetzA) has prohibited Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone Deutschland from offering their zero-rating mobile tariff options StreamOn and Vodafone Pass.
Government presses ahead with Channel 4 sale
Britain’s opposition Labour Party has described the proposed sale of Channel 4 as “cultural vandalism”.