Live TV streaming management platform MyBundle.TV has set itself apart from the competition by partnering with broadband companies to offer their customers an easy way to access the content they want. We chatted with CEO/Co-Founder Jason Cohen about recent business wins and future opportunities in this edited interview. Read More
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Allen Media Group Looking to Buy Black News Channel
Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group has emerged as the leading candidate to purchase Black News Channel for $11 million. Read More
Industry Groups Offer FCC Help on Receiver Guidelines
It has been two months since the FCC opened a proceeding to explore options for promoting improvements in radio frequency radio performance to improve spectrum efficiency. Now, industry groups are weighing in and offering their expertise and assistance to the Commission. Read More
MVPDs Speak on Pole Attachment Reform
Cable operators heard the call of the FCC when it asked for comments on pole attachment regulatory reform, and they’re ready for the agency to understand their grievances with pole owners. Read More
SCOTUS Rules for States in Wv V. EPA
The Supreme Court verdict on West Virginia v. EPA is in, and the high court has ruled on behalf of coal-producing states seeking to block the EPA from adopting new carbon emissions standards. The SCOTUS decision, which is based on the theory that anyone can challenge a proposed rule on the grounds that it is a major question only Congress can address, is expected to weaken the authority of all federal expert agencies. Read More
Report: Nexstar Close to CW Deal
The nation’s largest broadcast station owner is close to acquiring majority control of the CW Networkfrom co-owners Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global, according to The WSJ’s Joe Flint. Read More
Chapek Contract Renewed for Three Years
The Walt Disney Company board voted unanimously to extend Bob Chapek’s contract as CEO for three years. Chapek’s contract was set to expire in February 2023. Read More
Faxies Winners Shine at CFX Virtual Event
Congratulations to all of the 2022 FAXIES winners! If you missed this afternoon’s virtual celebration, check out the just-released issue of Cablefax: The Magazine for a rundown of the industry’s best PR and marketing campaigns, people and teams. Read More
Fox News Tops Quarter Ratings
Fox News wrapped up 2Q22 as the most-watched cable network in primetime and total day, marking 82 straight quarters as the highest-rated cable news channel in primetime. It averaged 2.27 million viewers P2+ in primetime and 1.45 million in total day. Read More
S&P Forecasts Slow Cable Growth
A combination of telecommunication providers focusing on FTTH network upgrades and wireless providers launching fixed wireless services could slow cable companies’ growth, a new S&P report claims. The financial analytics company sees the sector’s credit quality as “solid,” but if EBITDA or HSD revenue growth plateaus or declines, ratings could change. Read More
