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Senior executives from Channel 4 and RTL, the pan-European broadcaster that holds the controlling stake in Five, are scheduled to meet next week to hold discussions about a possible tie-up between the two broadcasters.The two commercial rivals have made no secret of their desire to forge closer links to help them compete in the multi-channel… Continue reading Television Bosses Set To Hold Further Merger Talks

A new project looks set to revolutionise the way we use mobile phones, as it aims to find a way to send television broadcast signals to 3G enabled telephones. The â‚Ź96 million study, named INSTINCT (IP-based Networks, Services and Terminals for Converging Systems), is being undertaken by West London’s Brunel University and hopes to bring… Continue reading Digital Television Could Be Received On Mobile Phones By 2010

In the latest Eurovision V report, Merrill Lynch has said that the European broadcast market is performing well below historical trends, with many companies trading at only 20% above their all time low. However, the Olympic games continues to give a much needed boost to the sector this summer and as a result it has… Continue reading Latest ITV1 Forecasts From Merrill Lynch

Commercial radio group GWR saw healthy growth of 4.35% yesterday, pushing the company’s share price to 240p as it unveiled the name of its Edinburgh-based radio station which will compete for an FM licence on the region.107 FM The Rock will be submitted by GWR against rival bids by Chrysalis Radio, the Scottish Media Group… Continue reading Sharewatch: GWR Rises As Rock Station Unveiled

As the battle for multi-channel customers continues, a new study reveals that the number of digital cable subscribers has edged out in front of satellite, despite it being the more expensive option. The State Of Digital and Interactive Television 2004 study, reveals 25% of consumers surveyed have digital cable services, while 20% have a satellite… Continue reading Cable Subscriptions Winning In Competitive Digital Market

Channel 4 has announced a massive boost of £20 million to its programming budget in a move that clears the way for more high-quality drama and entertainment series to be shown this year, rather than in 2005 as had originally been planned.The increased investment raises the broadcaster’s forecast annual programme budget for 2004 to a… Continue reading Channel 4 Boosts Programme Budget By £20 Million

A new project looks set to revolutionise the way we use mobile phones, as it aims to find a way to send television broadcast signals to 3G enabled telephones.The €96 million study, named INSTINCT (IP-based Networks, Services and Terminals for Converging Systems), is being undertaken by West London’s Brunel University and hopes to bring mobile… Continue reading Digital Television Could Be On Mobile Phones By 2010

BT Group has announced that broadband availability is set to match that of analogue television after the telecoms giant announced its intention to scrap exchange barrier plans.Following trials in rural areas, BT has said that from 6 September, those living more than 6 kilometres from an exchange will be able receive a high-speed internet connection.… Continue reading Broadband Reach Grows To A Further One Million UK Homes

Espotting Media, the online search targeted marketing company, has bolstered its senior management team with the promotion of Chrys Philalithes to the newly created role of European marketing director.The position will see Philalithes assume responsibility for all marketing and communications initiatives across Europe. She will also be a key player in the integration of Espotting… Continue reading Espotting Bolsters Management Team With Marketing Role

Media super-regulator Ofcom is advertising for a new FM commercial radio licence for the Kidderminster area in the West Midlands, as part an ongoing initiative to launch up to thirty new stations throughout the UK over the next few years.Radio companies have been invited to pitch for the licence, which is estimated to achieve a… Continue reading Ofcom Advertises New FM Commercial Radio Licence