DPG Media loses content director Peter van der Vorst
NETHERLANDS 15:22

DPG Media loses content director Peter van der Vorst

Peter van der Vorst is leaving DPG Media after seven years with RTL Netherlands and its new owner. He has served as Content & Strategy Director since last December for the TV and streaming activities in both the Netherlands and Belgium. According to DPG Media, Van der Vorst is leaving in search of new creative challenges. 

UK broadcaster Channel 4 to cut around 300 jobs - report
UNITED KINGDOM 14:54

UK broadcaster Channel 4 to cut around 300 jobs - report

UK public service broadcaster (PSB) Channel 4 is preparing to cut around 300 jobs, equal to around one quarter of its total 1,276-strong workforce, as it looks to significantly reduce costs, reports The Guardian. This would be the largest round of job losses in its 43-year history, with CEO Priya Dogra expected to hold a meeting with staff this week to discuss the results of a groupwide strategy and structure review.

US linear TV series orders more resilient than VoD - Ampere Analysis
UNITED STATES 14:31

US linear TV series orders more resilient than VoD - Ampere Analysis

New research from Ampere Analysis shows that linear TV ordering has been stronger than VoD, with US-produced linear orders down 26 percent from 1,773 to 1,304 between 2022 and 2025. This compares to a 41 percent drop in streaming orders from 1,144 to 678. Orders for linear scripted series grew by 11 percent from 236 in 2023 to reach 262 in 2025. 

Ucom resumes cooperation with Armflix
ARMENIA 14:23

Ucom resumes cooperation with Armflix

Armenian operator Ucom said that the full library from the broadcaster Armflix is once again available on its video service Uplay, now in an updated and more user-friendly format. Uplay subscribers can watch Armflix-produced films and series as part of their respective packages.

A+E Global selects Comcast MediaExpress for content distribution
UNITED STATES 14:04

A+E Global selects Comcast MediaExpress for content distribution

Comcast Technology Solutions has signed a multi-year contract with A+E Global Media to provide centralised VoD management and distribution for its global brands - including A&E, Lifetime and History. A+E Global will use the Comcast MediaExpress platform to streamline content distribution across Apple Channels, Amazon, Cox, Xfinity, Mediacom, DirecTV and DISH. 

Asta-Net takes IPTV service nationwide
POLAND 13:56

Asta-Net takes IPTV service nationwide

Polish cable network Asta-Net, based in Pila, announced the expansion of its MeeVu TV service to include an OTT option. This means the operator's online TV service (IPTV) will be available nationwide, regardless of which internet service provider a potential customer uses. The service is available using an internet connection from any provider and a compatible device - smart TV, PC, tablet, or smartphone. The offer includes TV Asta, a local TV channel featuring news, current affairs content, interviews, eve

Scottish broadcaster STV boosts ad revenue by 5% in 1st-half
UNITED KINGDOM 13:41

Scottish broadcaster STV boosts ad revenue by 5% in 1st-half

Scottish broadcaster STV has reported group revenue of GBP 66.1 million for 1st-half 2026, down 27 percent from GBP 90 million in the year-earlier period. Total advertising revenue (TAR) was up 5 percent year-on-year to GBP 48.1 million, from GBP 45.6 million, boosted by the impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Studios revenue was GBP 15.5 million in H1, down from GBP 42.2 million a year earlier. 

Sky updates Sky Go app for Sky Glass, Stream customers
UNITED KINGDOM 13:27

Sky updates Sky Go app for Sky Glass, Stream customers

Sky is launching a version of the Sky Go app for Sky Stream and Sky Glass customers, giving them more ways to watch Sky on their TV, tablet and mobile phone. The updated app will allow customers to start watching where they left off on selected shows, save favourites in My Library, and stream in full HD. They will also be able set recordings using the app when out of the house. Sky Go is included with a Sky TV subscription at no extra cost. 

Orange Belgium extends Zappware TV platform contract for 4 years
BELGIUM 12:57

Orange Belgium extends Zappware TV platform contract for 4 years

Zappware Entertainment Group International (ZEGi) announced a four-year contract extension with Orange Belgium to support the continued delivery of its TV platform. Under the agreement, Orange Belgium subscribes to ZEGi's NEXX5 product roadmap, providing new features, device support and updated platform capabilities over the coming years. The companies work together for over a decade already.

3SS adds TV signposting to remote control hotkeys through Tech4Home partnership
GLOBAL 12:40

3SS adds TV signposting to remote control hotkeys through Tech4Home partnership

TV software developer 3 Screen Solutions (3SS) announced a product partnership with TV remote vendor Tech4Home aimed at promoting monetisation through a unified UX and remote control workflow. The deal will see Tech4Home's programmable remote controls pre-integrated with 3SS's STB and smart TV service deployment platform, 3Ready.

Tusass announces EU support for enhanced satellite connectivity on Greenland
GREENLAND 08:22

Tusass announces EU support for enhanced satellite connectivity on Greenland

Telecoms operator Tusass said it will be able to provide more robust and stable internet connections under the Enhanced Satellite Connectivity Project for Greenland. It was launched at Eutelsat's ground station there in the presence of European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Greenlandic prime minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The more resilient digital infrastructure is expected to boost security and preparedness. Eutelsat said the EU's support shows its

EnSilica to open space and comms chip centre in Milan
ITALY 07:52

EnSilica to open space and comms chip centre in Milan

European chipmaker EnSilica announced plans to open a new Space & Communications Semiconductor Centre of Excellence in Milan, complementing its existing design facilities in Budapest and Munich. The aim is to initially hire 20 specialist modem and millimetre-wave engineers within six months, expanding the company's engineering footprint in the European Union and aligning it more closely with EU space, semiconductor and communications programmes. 

EUROPE 06:40

Orange, Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom mull joint bid for 2 GHz satellite spectrum - report

A group of Europe's biggest mobile operators are in early talks to create a consortium to bid on satellite spectrum and offer direct-to-mobile service, Bloomberg reported. People familiar with the matter said the talks include Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Vodafone Group and Telefonica. They could bid together for the 2 GHz band spectrum the EU wants to reserve for a local provider of mobile satellite services. 

JAPAN 05:46

NTT Docomo to stream 2026-27 Champions League opening matches

NTT Docomo will stream all 18 matches from Matchday 1 of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League league phase through its Lemino Premium video service from 9 September. The matches will be available on a delayed basis from midnight Japan time on the day they are played. The opening round includes Real Madrid vs Inter, Napoli vs Arsenal, Porto vs Manchester City and Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid, alongside matches involving several Japanese players.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 7 SEP

Beeline Russia adopts Yandex platform to replace IPTV service

Russian operator Beeline and and the internet company Yandex announcedgiving users of the Popcorn.Beeline service access to films and TV series from the Yandex Plus library at no extra cost. As part of this partnership, the companies plan to jointly develop tariffs, products and solutions for their customers. Starting in September, the video service Kinopoisk will gradually replace the Popcorn.Beeline video service in Beeline's tariff plans and will later become available to customers who previously subscri

CZECH REPUBLIC 7 SEP

Poda offers Sport1 free in September

Czech operator Poda is offering customers the opportunity to watch the television channel Sport1 in an open window in September. Customers do not need to take any steps to activate the TV channel as it will appear in the line-up by default.

NORWAY 7 SEP

Norigin Media provides connected TV deep linking for RiksTV app and Strim

Connected television application (CTV app) store Norigin Media said Norwegian digital terrestrial television distributor RiksTV's application and its OTT app Strim now offer easy integration with other leading OTT apps such as HBO Max and Viaplay. This CTV deep linking lets subscribers find and watch content from different services from a single menu. Deep linking refers to links that direct users past the homepage of an app to specific content inside the app. Products from broadcaster TV2 Norway as well as

NETHERLANDS 7 SEP

Kijk adds vertical videos with microdrama on streaming app

Dutch broadcaster Talpa announced the addition of short, vertical videos to its Kijk streaming platform, in order to address mobile viewers better. The first series is called 'Code Rood' and includes 20 episodes of around 1 minute each, according to a presentation by Mo Cornelisz, head of Kijk and digital channels for Talpa Networks, reported by Shownieuws.

UNITED KINGDOM 7 SEP

Illegal streaming costs UK economy GBP 1.35 billion a year - BeStreamWise

Illegal streaming costs the UK economy a minimum of GBP 1.35 billion in lost annual revenue, according to a new report from WPI Economics for BeStreamWise. The estimated losses are equivalent to more than 10,000 less jobs - including over 4,000 in broadcasting and media productions; and 6,200 across connected industries such as publishing, advertising, retail and the wider creative economy.

UNITED KINGDOM 7 SEP

Sky launches new entertainment apprenticeship scheme

Sky has partnered with the National Film & Television School (NFTS) to launch a new apprenticeship programme for aspiring creatives to break into the film and TV industry. Two successful applicants will work behind the scenes at Sky Entertainment, with the 15-month scheme starting in January 2027.  Applications open on 07 September through the NFTS website.

COLOMBIA 7 SEP

Liberty Networks adds Starlink to B2B offer in four LatAm markets

Liberty Networks has officially added Starlink satellite connectivity to its enterprise portfolio in Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala and the Dominican Republic, operating as an authorised Starlink distributor. As a result, the company now offers low-latency satellite links to B2B clients in addition to fibre optics, cybersecurity and managed services.

FRANCE 7 SEP

TDF uses Big Blue Marble's Nakolos platform for 5G Broadcast roll-out

French infrastructure operator TDF has been relying on the expertise of Austria-based technical partner Big Blue Marble for the large-scale 5G Broadcast pilot that started at the end of June, targeting an initial footprint of 12 million people across four metropolitan areas in France. Formed through a collaboration between Austria's national broadcaster ORS and Insys Video Technologies, Big Blue Marble has developed the Nakolos 5G Broadcast Core offering for content providers and network operators, integrat

GLOBAL 7 SEP

Dazn shows Senshi live combat sport events worldwide

Sports streaming platform Dazn has announced a new global broadcast agreement with Senshi, international combat sports promotions group, to make Senshi's live fight events available for free on Dazn. Senshi international live fights will be shown live worldwide on Dazn from 05 September, starting with the Senshi 33 Grand Prix and followed on 05 December with Senshi 34 Grand Prix. 

EUROPE 7 SEP

Isar Aerospace hails launch services watershed with second flight from Norway facility

Germany-based Isar Aerospace has dispatched a payload containing five small satellites into orbit, marking a key milestone for its bid to provide commercial launch services domiciled in Europe. Isar's satellite payload departed Norway's Andoya Space Station on 05 September. The mission represents Isar's second spaceflight since its inception eight or so years ago. 

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