Thursday, March 12, 2026

Skyview Inks A Network Audio Sales Pact with TM Studios

"The partnership will provide Skyview Networks exclusive access to TM Studios’ premier advertising inventory across its expansive affiliate network, allowing Skyview’s seasoned sales team the opportunity to expand network reach and maximize revenue growth," Phoenix-based Skyview said.

Mercedes-Benz Goes With DTS AutoStage Video

The automaker has now adopted Xperi’s entire suite of connected car offerings, which includes HD Radio, DTS AutoStage Audio, and DTS:X immersive audio. Xperi has been collaborating with Mercedes-Benz since 2020.

An ‘Affordable’ NEXTGEN TV Converter Box Program Surfaces

The marketing arm of ATSC 3.0 led by Anne Schelle has launched an industry-led effort focused on ensuring that over-the-air TV households have a cost-effective and user-friendly way to access NEXTGEN TV services while continuing to rely on free, local broadcast television.

In Europe, 5G Broadcast Eyes 2027 Debut

The 5G Broadcast Strategic Task Force (5BSTF) – supported by Rohde & Schwarz and comprised of Media Broadcast, TDF, Cordiant Capital, Emitel, CRA, BTCY, and RAI, are moving ahead with the development of a joint commercial roadmap across six European markets representing more than 270 million people.

Pre-NAB Show Public Radio Engineering Conference Confirmed

The Association of Public Radio Engineers, for the 26th year, will hold its annual Public Radio Engineering Conference (PREC) in Las Vegas ahead of the NAB Show. Registration has opened, and the PREC is pricing the event at the same level as it did in 2024 and 2025.

Global Presence, American Influence

RBR+TVBR goes behind the scenes to provide C-Suite leaders overseeing radio and TV stations a clear picture of the tools and “solutions” that could power up new revenue opportunities and future-proof free over-the-air media.

An OEM Motorhome and Caravan Deal For TuneIn

Stingray-owned TuneIn, the live streaming audio platform, has announced a new global partnership with one of Europe’s premier manufacturers of motorhomes and caravans. It marks TuneIn’s first partnership in the recreational vehicle segment, with the platform becoming KABE’s sole radio provider across all new models.

Dielectric and SCMS Enjoy Two Years As Sales Partners

The Sinclair Broadcast Group subsidiary and broadcast equipment provider are looking back with smiles on a two-year partnership they believe sets the stage for a positive future. “Our partnership with SCMS has been impactful in many ways,” says Dielectric President Keith Pelletier.

Altos Ventures GC Added To Bitcentral Board

The provider of professional media products for broadcast and digital video is welcoming a Silicon Valley executive to its Board of Directors. "A highly accomplished executive with a track record of leadership across technology, venture capital, and corporate governance," his expertise will play a key role at Bitcentral.

New TuneIn Owner Debuts An In-Dash Auto Interface

It's the new owner of the global TuneIn audio streaming portal and the parent of stations including "Boom 97.3" in Toronto. In the U.S., it is the purveyor of all-music channels on MVPDs such as Hotwire Communications. Now, Stingray has launched a co-branded music, podcast and radio platform for automakers.

Triton Digital, Omny Studio Go With Video Podcasting

Triton, a global technology and services provider to the digital audio, podcast and broadcast radio industries, updated its Omny Studio product by expanding the platform’s capabilities to include comprehensive support for video podcasting.

MediaKind, Harmonic to Combine Video Business

Following a French employee works council consultation process, the parties would immediately execute a purchase agreement. The transaction would be expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

Thumbs Up For New Anywave ATSC 3.0 Translator

The Heartland Video Systems (HVS) Interop event is now history, held November 10-14 at the company's Wisconsin headquarters. There, Anywave Broadcast Inc. participated in the testing of ATSC 3.0 translators. The tests passed the test.

MovieSphereGold Gets Launch Boost From LTN

Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury have selected LTN to launch and deliver the newly launched MovieSphereGold all-movie digital multicast network and Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) channel via the company's multicast-enabled, purpose-built IP video distribution network.

A Connected TV Inventory Access Win For Mid-Market Brands

A media buying collective built for independent agencies and mid-market advertisers has secured a new partnership with FreeWheel, the Comcast-owned global technology platform for the streaming advertising ecosystem.