The concept of cable companies struggling to spark consistent subscriber growth in the new age of media isn’t new. Nor is it surprising that an ultra-competitive environment has made it difficult to sustain momentum. But when the sub losses stack for companies and the industry at large, there’s an underlying sense of skepticism from analysts eagerly listening to earnings calls. Read More
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Altice USA Plots Optimum Rebrand, Rebuild Takes Shape
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Fubo Maps Disney Future After Hulu Merger
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MSNBC, Spectrum News, Free Channels Post Wins on Election Night
Democrats are having a moment after Tuesday night’s election wins, and so are the news networks, be they FAST, linear or regional. Read More
Comcast Revs M&A Engines
Comcast co-CEO Michael Cavanagh wasn’t kidding when he hinted last week that the operator was interested in buying some of Warner Bros. Discovery assets. Reuters reports that Comcast has hired Goldman Sachs Read More
Sinclair CEO Suggests Creating Two Broadcast Behemoths
Broadcasters are waiting with anticipation as the FCC ponders changes to ownership rules. Read More
Astound’s Mystery CEO
Astound hired a new CEO, but their identity is a mystery. The provider plans to announce the leader in 1Q26, with EVP and CFO John Feehan serving as Interim CEO, effective immediately. He replaces longtime CEO Read More
WBD Talks Split in 3Q25 Call, but Mum on Sale
Warner Bros. Discovery made clear at the start of its 3Q25 earnings call that President/CEO David Zaslav and CFO Gunnar Wiedenfels wouldn’t be answering any questions about the company’s recently announced strategic review. Read More
Ergen’s Back on Day-to-day; Echostar Captial launches
Still trying to understand Echostar’s pivot following its spectrum sales? Sounds like we’ll have fewer earnings calls to help us decipher the new structure. Read More
Viamedia All In On AI with Brand and Platform Refresh
Viamedia has transformed into Viamedia.ai, a next-generation ad tech company built to solve the challenges of today’s fragmented media ecosystem. Read More
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Current Issue: October 2025
Cablefax Voices of Impact
In this issue:
The Cablefax team is proud to present the 2025 Voices of Impact & Workplace Culture Awards, recognizing the executives, teams, and organizations driving meaningful change across media and connectivity.
Evolving from Cablefax’s long-standing Diversity & Pride List, this program honors those redefining what leadership looks like today—through inclusion, empathy, innovation, and purpose.
Our honorees represent the full spectrum of influence across the industry: executives fostering belonging, teams championing equity, and companies cultivating environments where creativity and collaboration thrive.
“As our industry continues to transform, one thing remains constant—the power of people to drive meaningful change. The Voices of Impact & Workplace Culture Awards celebrate leaders who are redefining what leadership looks like today: grounded in empathy, fueled by innovation, and guided by a commitment to inclusion and collaboration,” said Amy Maclean, Editorial Director of Cablefax.
We invite you to explore this year’s honorees and discover how their leadership is shaping stronger, more connected workplaces for all at www.cfxvoicesofimpact.com.
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Amy Maclean, Editorial Director
amaclean@accessintel.com
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