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Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) is forecast to be firmly established as an alternative platform to digital satellite, terrestrial and cable transmission over the next ten years, with delivery of television over the internet transforming the TV market industry. According to new research from LoveLace Consulting and informitiv, television will become increasing like the internet, with… Continue reading IPTV Moving Into Mainstream TV Marketplace

Outdoor advertising group, JCDecaux, has announced a 5.7% increase in revenues for the first six months of 2005, reaching €833.7 million, reflecting a sound performance for the group, despite softening advertising conditions in some European markets.Operating margin for the company enjoyed a healthy rise of 4.7% to hit €229.1 million, representing 27.5% of consolidated revenues.JCDecaux’s… Continue reading JCDecaux Announces Revenue Increase For First Half

The Daily Mail & General Trust (DMGT) this morning issued a trading statement reporting a further weakening in advertising markets and the creation of necessary costs reductions in all of its consumer-facing businesses. The company stated that the rest of the group has continued to perform well, meanwhile, with its information publishing division proving particularly… Continue reading DMGT Sees Weakening Ad Markets But Expects Strong Full Year

Last night saw cricket fans flock to their television sets, enthralled as England regained the Ashes, securing the largest ever audience share for Channel 4.The day’s cricket saw a steadily increasing audience for Channel 4’s coverage, with 2 million viewers tuning in at 10am, 4.7 million at 1pm and peaking at a massive 7.4 million… Continue reading Channel 4 Cricket High Stumps Rivals

Worldwide growth in the mobile phone industry is expected to hit its highest level ever this year, surpassing the 335 million new additions in 2004, according to the latest market forecast by Informa Telecoms & Media. The analysts’s new predictions highlight the ability of mobile operators to target niche demographics in order to avoid downturn… Continue reading Worldwide Mobile Growth To Hit Record High

Emap’s style-focused men’s magazine, FHM Collections, is to undertake a makeover with its latest issue, providing readers with a “portable and practical guide” to the latest trends and fashions.The title, which is published bi-annually, now aims to be a reference guide on the high street as readers “seek out more aspirational, couture garments across the… Continue reading FHM Restyles Collections As High Street Guide

The European Commission is set to investigate the FA Premier League over its allocation of broadcast rights to top flight football matches in England.The investigation follows confirmation that the EC it is opening a formal antitrust inquiry into current practices, which have failed to ensure rights are distributed to more than one broadcaster. EU regulators… Continue reading Euro Regulator To Investigate Premier League Rights

H Bauer has announced a price rise for its Total TV Guide, effective from the current issue which goes on sale today, rising from 90p to 95p to become the nation’s second-most expensive TV listings title.The premium listings magazine, which is targeted at homes with digital TV, will see its Retail Sales Value (RSV) increase… Continue reading Bauer Boosts Cover Price For Total TV Guide

Online auction giant eBay has secured the purchase of Voice Over IP operator Skype Technologies for a massive $2.6 billion (£1.4 billion). The deal, which is being made in half cash and half stocks, will create an “an unparalleled e-commerce and communications engine” according to eBay, which plans to use the technology to help its… Continue reading eBay Secures Skype For $2.6 Billion

Online retail looks set to continue its growth over the coming months, defying a slump in high street spending to provide e-commerce with a bumper Christmas season, according to the latest data from Hitwise. The online intelligence service claims that UK internet users will rely more heavily on online retailers than ever before during this… Continue reading Retailers Set For Online Christmas Boom