Millenials who to date have not shown an interest in traditional cable TV subscriptions will enter the fold as they get older, according to NBCUniversal CEO Steve Burke.
NBCUni’s MacLellan gets expanded role
Kevin MacLellan has had his role at NBCUniversal expanded to chairman, global distribution and international.
Syfy to launch in MENA region
NBCUniversal International Networks’ Syfy will make its exclusive debut in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) on the pay-TV network OSN on July 8.
NBC launches reality VOD portal
NBCUniversal has launched its own dedicated catch up service, Hayu, bringing together some 3,000 episodes of shows including Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Made in Chelsea, The Real Housewives and The Millionaire Matchmaker.
TiVo and NBCUniversal to study Olympic Games viewing
TiVo Research and RealityMine have partnered with NBCUniversal to provide comprehensive single-sourced cross-platform measurement of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
EC launches antitrust case against Sky, US studios
The European Commission has sent a Statement of Objections on cross-border provision of pay-TV services available in UK and Ireland.
Ziggo drops 13TH Street, Syfy and E! Entertainment
Dutch cable operator Ziggo has dropped three channels from NBCUniversal, 13TH Street, Syfy and E! Entertainment.
NBC channels to quit Russia
NBCUniversal’s international channels division is to exit the Russian market as a direct result of a ban on advertising on pay channels that came into effect at the beginning of this year.
NBC inks key Polish deal
Telewizja Puls has signed an extensive free TV content deal with NBCUniversal International TV Distribution.
NBCUniversal launches a digital-first programming initiative
NBCUniversal is launching a company wide digital programming initiative to provide content for its online platforms including Hulu, and its VOD services.