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Poland’s president vetoes controversial media law
Lex-TVN law could have forced Discovery to sell Poland's most-watched news network
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European Commission gives Discovery-WarnerMedia merger greenlight
Companies are planning to combine in order to create a new 'super streamer'
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Microsoft acquires Xandr from AT&T
"Microsoft can accelerate the delivery of its digital advertising and retail media solutions"
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IBC Show to return in September 2022
The media technology industry will return to Amsterdam for the first time since 2019
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Channel 5 joins Digital UK
Marks first time the venture has been wholly owned by all four PSBs
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TVBEurope Best of 2021 winners announced
The Best of Show 2021 winners are being announced today across all categories
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Discovery: Polish legislation undermines democracy, freedom of the press
Controversial law could force Discovery to sell Poland's most-watched news network
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Michael Grade ‘in contention for Ofcom top job’
Former BBC, ITV and Channel 4 boss is said to be in the running for the position
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Watch: TVBEurope’s Story of 2021
TVBEurope takes a look back at some of the highs and lows experienced by the media technology industry in 2021
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UK’s Royal Mint to celebrate BBC centenary
A Royal Proclamation has been passed for a 50p coin to mark 100 years of the broadcaster
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Is Europe’s production boom reaching a tipping point?
In its latest report, Enders Analysis predicts the streaming services are likely to shift their priority away from growth to profitability, which could lead...
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Global unions call for end of “excessive hours” for TV and film workers
In the UK, TV and film workers average 50 hours per week, not including prep and wrap time
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BAFTA CEO Amanda Berry to step down
Organisations chief operating officer Kevin Price will leave in September 2022
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DAZN, Movistar score LaLiga domestic rights
New deal is a record for LaLiga and will run until 2027
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BBC Studios appoints Martyn Freeman as COO
His responsibilities include overseeing the company's technology strategy
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Telecom Italia ‘looking to cut cost of DAZN deal’
According to reports, the telco is unhappy that the deal has failed to meet its revenue expectations
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PwC: M&A activity in media rebounds in 2021, but it may not last
Demand for streaming content, rollout of 5G, and strong interest from private equity buyers is helping to drive M&A activity in the sector
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Elstree Studios’ managing director steps down
Morris's tenure has seen Elstree become the home of both Strictly Come Dancing and The Crown
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Peter Bates to lead EMG Group in the UK
In the newly-created role of UK CEO, Bates will be involved in developing EMG Group’s strategy and guiding the company's global leadership team through...
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Andy Serkis joins AMPAS Sci-Tech Council
Actor/director is among the latest members of the Academy's Science and Technology Council
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Roku opens Amsterdam office
New office will house 150 employees and joins the company's other European offices in Denmark, Ukraine and the United Kingdom
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Dawn Airey, Tess Alps join Channel 4’s board
They join fellow new appointees David Kogan and Sarah Sands in serving three year terms
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Is the sale of BT Sport going into extra time?
Discovery is reportedly keen on acquiring the sports broadcaster
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Best of 2021 Awards deadline extended
Final extension is to allow those who were entering the Best of Show Awards further consideration for their entry
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Arena Television’s administrators ‘launch legal proceedings against company’s former directors’
Earlier this month, Arena confirmed to TVBEurope that it had ceased trading
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Former Hyperactive Broadcast MD joins Origin Film & Television
James Gander will take over from founder Liam Wife, who becomes Origin's operations director
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House of Lords rebukes ministers over Channel 4 sell-off
House of Lords Digital and Communication Committee was also unhappy at Channel 4's own response to the consultation
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Scotland’s Wardpark Studios sold to Dagenham Studios’ owner
Facility is home to TV series Outlander
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Evolutions expands London presence, adds 22 offline suites
Company says the expansion is driven by the "massive production boom" in the UK
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TVBEurope November/December 2021 issue released
The final issue of 2021 takes a look at everything from deepfake to film and TV restoration and the metaverse
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IBC cancels in-person event
Decision has been taken due to the Covid situation in the Netherlands
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Peter Jackson to receive SMPTE honorary membership
Lord of the Rings director is being recognised for his technical contributions to the advancement of engineering in motion pictures and the allied arts...
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Liberty Media boss reveals attempt to buy Netflix
John Malone reveals he attempted to acquire the streamer back in the late 2000s
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Grass Valley, Blackmagic withdraw from IBC
Companies join the list of exhibitors who have announced that they will no longer be exhibiting at this year's show
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Tim Davie reiterates BBC’s commitment to MediaCity
Ten years on from the opening of the BBC’s three buildings at MediaCity the broadcaster now has 4,000 staff based on site, double the...
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Rise celebrates outstanding women of 2021
Annual awards celebrate the talented and inspirational women working in the media technology industry
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Kagan: Global pay-TV households are still growing
The number of households subscribing to pay-TV operators continues to grow despite a predicted drop in penetration
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Best of 2021/Best of Show Awards remain open!
Submissions remain open for companies attending IBC and those who are not exhibiting this year
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IBC 2021: Everything we know…
The media technology industry’s major European trade show is scheduled to go ahead as planned in Amsterdam next month
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IBC Show to go ahead as planned
Organisers believe it "can be delivered safely and create the essential business momentum that the industry needs"
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Canal Plus faces damage claim from Eurosport
Eurosport seeks €10 million in compensation for pandemic-related programme alterations
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UPDATED: Netherlands government announces three-week lockdown
The three-week partial lockdown restrictions include the rule that only 1,250 people can attend indoor events