EBU appoints Liz Corbin as new Deputy Media Director and Head of News.
Ofcom: BritBox not a threat to BBC public service activities
An assessment by the regulator Ofcom has found there is not a significant risk that the BBC’s involvement in Britbox would change the relationship with its public service activities.
BBC to launch digital voice assistant
The BBC is to launch its own digital voice assistant, entering the market alongside Amazon’s Alexa, and Apple’s Siri.
Britbox launch confirmed for Q4
ITV and BBC have signed an agreement that will see the launch of their joint streaming service Britbox in the UK during the fourth quarter.
BBC to show all Wimbledon matches live in HD for first time
The BBC will provide coverage of all Wimbledon matches from all 18 courts in HD live for the first time ever.
Report: BT in Britbox talks
BT is reportedly in talks to join the shareholders in Britbox, the UK version of the streaming service being launched by ITV and the BBC.
BBC makes live 5G TV contribution
The BBC and BT have successfully made the first live TV contribution over a public 5G contribution.
BBC and ITV to share FA Cup rights
The BBC and ITV have agreed to share the rights to the FA Cup from 2021.
NAO: Netflix forcing BBC costs up
A National Audit Report has warned that new market entrants, such as Netflix, might hamper the BBC’s attempt to reduce the wage bill of on-screen talent.
BBC extends 5G broadcast trial
The BBC has extended its 5G broadcast radio trial in Stronsay, Orkney.