Media regulator Ofcom has signalled the go ahead for a reorganisation of the UK DTT system, a move that will enable reception of up to four HD channels, for viewers […]
Channel 4 in EU digital funding probe
The European Union has launched an investigation into whether Channel 4 should receive a £14 million (€17.7m) injection to pay for the cost of upgrading to digital broadcasting.
DVB-H licensing programme announced
Patent licensing company Sisvel has announced the establishment of a joint licensing programme for patents essential to the DVB-H mobile TV technology.
Tribunal rejects Rapture EPG appeal
A Competition Appeal Tribunal has unanimously rejected an appeal by Rapture Television over the provision of EPG services on the Sky Digital platform.
Ofcom publishes 2008/09 fee structure
A fourth consecutive reduction in the budget of regulator Ofcom means broadcast licence fees for the next 12 months will either be reduced or remain unchanged.
Comcast and BitTorrent form collaboration
The US cable operator Comcast and BitTorrent have announced that they will “undertake a collaborative effort with one another and with the broader Internet and ISP community to more effectively […]
Regulator approves Prisa Sogecable takeover
Spanish stock market regulator CNMV has approved the takeover of Sogecable by media house Prisa.
Ofcom grants Freesat EPG licence
Free-to-air platform Freesat has received a TLCS licence from the UK regulator Ofcom. The licence, granted to Freesat (UK) Limited, is required to operate the platform’s electronic programme guide.
EU raises NetCity doubts
Viviane Reding, EU Commissioner for Info Society and Media, has expressed concerns about the NetCity project while on a visit to the Romanian capital, Bucharest.
Judge awards Belgacom claim against Telenet
An Antwerp judge has found in favour of a claim from Belgacom against the agreement between Telenet and the Interkabel consortium to sell their cable TV assets, according to local […]