The Connected TV/OTT Ad Growth Story Grows
Some 61% of advertisers using Connected TV or OTT will increase their spending, with an average increase of 21% — sending a message to broadcast TV station owners that monetization of their streaming video platforms is a necessity for future growth.
PPDS Names An EMEA Global Product Management Lead
It is the exclusive global provider of Philips digital signage. For PPDS, a newly created position of Global Product Management Lead for Europe, the Middle East and Africa has been filled, and he will be based in Ghent, Belgium.
Software Glitch Linked to Microsoft Creates Communications Chaos
From airline travel to operations at multiple broadcast TV stations and radio group Audacy Inc., normal business activities came to a screeching halt early Friday due to cloud-based software outages linked to a CrowdStrike software glitch. As such, all systems using Microsoft 365 apps were impacted.
Prime-Time Network TV Ad Reach Soars In 2024’s First Half
Overall TV ad impressions were down nearly 4% year-over-year during the first six months of 2024. But, iSpot.TV notes, it is also notable that prime-time offerings from FOX, CBS, NBC and ABC enjoyed reach in the double-digit range.
A Consolidated Challenge To FCC Radio/TV Rules Is On
Just 18 days after the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision to end the "Chevron deference," the National Association of Broadcasters has filed an initial brief in its challenge to the Federal Communications Commission's local radio and television ownership restrictions.
Senate FCC Watchdog Named Trump’s VP Nominee
The junior U.S. Senator from Ohio has been selected by former President Trump to serve as his Vice President, should he be elected to a new four-year-term in November. Who is JD Vance? Those who follow the subcommittees in Congress with direct oversight of the FCC are familiar with him.
Poynter Institute to Deliver Enhanced Public Media Digital Transformation Program
The training will educate and coach up to 225 public media entities and station leaders and staff to develop "an audience-first, multi-platform approach to their organizational strategies, operations, and culture." The virtual training will be funded by a CPB grant of up to $5 million.
Vizrt Adds To Its IT Team
It's a Norwegian company known for real-time graphics and live production solutions for content creators. It's just shared several new senior appointments which it says are designed to enhance customer security, experience, and its channel business.
Paramount Shares Rise On Word of ‘Revived’ Skydance Deal
Paramount Global shares were up by 6.6% to $11.44 on the news that David Ellison’s Skydance Media has reached a preliminary agreement to buy National Amusements for $1.75 billion. NAI would then be merged with Paramount, completing a transaction in the works for months.
An ‘Out-of-the-Box’ Graphics Production Product Arrives
The offering, dubbed Viz Trio Go, combines compact hardware with the offerings of Vizrt's Viz Trio control application for graphics in broadcast tech and Viz Engine, Vizrt’s graphics platform.
Corus Fiscal Ills Lead To AM Radio Service Reduction
Corus Entertainment is discontinuing unique programming on two AMs in big Canadian markets — another cost-cutting move for the fiscally troubled company. The decision comes as "QR Calgary" is poised to lose its FM simulcast amid concerns the company violated CRTC regulations with an AM/FM combo.
Introductory Florida Broadcasters HOF Induction Comes
While watching the first 2024 U.S. Presidential Debate may be of high interest for attendees, catching it on delay may be in order, as the inaugural class of the Florida Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame will be formally inducted tonight (6/27) at a gala reception.
Mr. Antenna Owner Violates FCC Sunshine Agenda Period
Karlo Maalouf, owner and founder of Mr. Antenna, has been singled out by the FCC's Office of General Counsel for submitting a prohibited written presentation during a Commission "Sunshine Agenda Period."
White Rabbit Snares Illinois FM
An entity led by Peter Harkness that's based in Sterling, Ill., has agreed to acquire a Class A FM serving the Sauk Valley of Illinois. The deal includes real estate, and the station's broadcast tower, in addition to the station's FCC licensee.
A Wrongful Termination Suit Marches On
A longtime radio host is moving forward with his second attempt to convince a federal court that he is the victim of an unlawful termination suit and that it's all about politics. Bonneville International Corp. disagrees, as the host's quest for justice continues in a California federal district court.