MPs have called for a major overhaul of the BBC’s funding and governance, arguing that reform is needed to secure the broadcaster’s long-term future as audiences and viewing habits continue to change. The recommendations come ahead of the next BBC Royal Charter, which will set out the corporation’s funding and governance arrangements from 2028.
Read more …MPs Call for BBC Funding Overhaul to Avoid ‘Managed Decline’
Virgin Media says its broadband, mobile and entertainment services are now available to more homes and businesses across Ireland than any other provider, following continued investment in its network. The company says its superfast broadband is now available nationwide.
Read more …Virgin Media Expands Broadband Availability Across Ireland
Sky has extended its long-standing satellite capacity agreement with SES, ensuring that its direct-to-home (DTH) satellite services will continue across the UK and Republic of Ireland into the next decade.
The BBC is preparing for a possible reduction in its number of linear television channels as it shifts more resources towards BBC iPlayer and on-demand viewing. Director-General Matt Brittin has indicated that the corporation will need to reconsider how it uses its broadcast portfolio as audiences increasingly move online.
Read more …BBC Prepares for Fewer Linear Channels as iPlayer Investment Grows
Indonesia has begun testing 5G Broadcast technology in Jakarta, exploring how television content can be delivered directly to compatible smartphones and other devices without relying on a mobile internet connection. The trial is being conducted by Television of the Republic of Indonesia (TVRI) in partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Digital (KOMDIGI) and technology company Rohde & Schwarz.
Read more …Indonesia Begins Testing Direct-to-Mobile TV via 5G Broadcast