Television industry faces dark times
Shares of most major media companies have been declining in recent months...
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NBCU readies Olympics channelThe new broadcast network and Web site are already offering encore NBC presentations of the U.S. Olympic trials... |
Sports simulcast angers viewers
The issue caused such uproar that an on-camera apology was given by the station’s sports director during the 5 p.m. newscast...
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High gas prices affect NASCAR attendanceAttendance has dropped at four of the last six races due to the increase in travel costs... |
Shareholders approve Panasonic name
The decision was ratified at the company’s 101st annual shareholders’ meeting...
DIRECTV launches VOD service
Producers are being given a dedicated channel to highlight their most compelling programming...
FCC makes free Internet part of new spectrum auction
The agency has asked for public comment to auction an unused portion of the wireless spectrum with conditions...
Small cable operators don’t have capability to meet DTV mandate
The American Cable Association is seeking relief for small cable operators...
Cable ad sales up more than on broadcast networks
The shift in advertising dollars from broadcast to cable is not new, but it is particularly pronounced this year...
Broadcast industry stocks hit 52-week low
All media conglomerates hit 52-week lows during the first quarter...
Average TV viewing age is now 50, no longer target demo
The broadcast television networks’ median age is the oldest ever...
Nielsen to release out-of-home viewing data
This will be the first time that Nielsen has provided any out-of-home viewing data...
ESPN acquires Student Sports
Acquiring the digital media and event production company will strengthen ESPN’s RISE brand...
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Looking to broaden its reach, NFL Network talks with ESPNAn agreement would represent a big shift in strategy for the league... |
Microsoft targets interactive ads with purchase of Navic
Navic uses real-time audience measurement data to improve the delivery and placement of targeted interactive media...



















