The US has sanctioned the leading Russian TV services Channel One, Rossiya-1 and NTV, which are owned or controlled by the Russian state or owned by one of President Putin’s closest allies.
Albanian authorities seize TV stations
The Albanian TV stations Ora News and Channel One have been seized by the country’s Special Prosecutors.
Channel One teams up with MTS
Russia’s Channel One is to create a venture with the mobile operator MTS.
Infomir claims legal victory
The Ukrainian IPTV/OTT set-top box and software manufacturer Infomir has claimed a legal victory in the US in its fight with Russian TV broadcasters.
Channel One debuts in Moldova
The international version of Russia’s Channel One has launched in Moldova.
Major distribution change for Russia’s Channel One
Russia’s Channel One has found a new partner for the distribution of its content outside the country.
Abramovich sells Channel One stake – Report
Roman Abramovich has sold his remaining 20% stake in Russia’s Channel One, reports RBC.
Channel One takes internet lead
The Russian broadcaster Channel One is now also the most watched TV service in the country on the internet.
Financial woes at Russia’s Channel One
Regular state subsidies will be required to stabilise the financial position of Russia’s Channel One.
Abramovich share sale wins approval
Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has approved the sale of a 4% stake in Channel One currently held by Roman Abramovich to National Media Group (NMG).