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Finally the penny drops... Seriously though it is good that finally people are grasping the reality of future TV media consumption. Option 1 of a more efficient DTT is not long term viable, particularly when you understand that the spectrum is more desirable to extend 5G/6G/7G mobile services, and will not match the viewing paradigm of the majority as we move forward. On Demand and viewing on IP connected devices will be the vast majority of the consumption in less than 5 years by my estimates (we are already at majority today in most homes). Option 2 of reducing to a core service is already in place over large parts of the UK as it is the normal situation - many areas of the UK only have 'Freeview Light', with one, two or three MUX services available. That core service could use less spectrum but would still cost much the same in infrastructure costs for coverage purposes. Better to only have Freeview in areas without Broadband coverage if you were going to do this. Option 3 of moving towards DTT transition (I prefer this rather than turn off as a phrase) is the only logical approach, especially when it will not waste assets like spectrium and will very rapidly cover 95% of the country, with only the coverage of the last five percent (something that has been tough for DTT) taking longer - the majority of the benefits of the investment would come much sooner than it would seem from the report, particular as inflexion points change significantly in very short time periods. Quite possibly the best option is to do Option 3 for most of the UK, with Option 2 for those areas without Broadband as more optimal approach.... But then let us see how this goes.

The News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA), representing 28 leading news and digital broadcasters in India, has submitted critical comments on the Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023, expressing strong reservations on various proposals in the draft rules... Read More At:- https://lnkd.in/gBw9mqtj #NBDA #leadingnews #broadcasters #critical #broadcastingservices #news #NewsUpdate #dailynews #newsfeed #IBWNews

The government has cautioned MSO and LCOs against airing unregistered TV channels as part of platform services as it could promote unverified and fake news... Read More At:- https://lnkd.in/gy2rKz2f Ministry Of Information & Broadcasting #mso #lcos #tvchannels #platformservices #fakenews #news #newsfeed #newsupdate #dailynews #ibwnews

The News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA) has announced significant amendments to its regulations, aiming to adapt to the rapidly evolving media landscape.... Read More At:- https://lnkd.in/gPDDKt9T #NBDA #NBDA #news #broadcasters #regulation #newsbroadcasters #news #NewsUpdate #newsfeed #dailynews #IBWNews

News Flash:- The government yesterday invited comments from stakeholders on the proposed Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023 or BSB, which seeks to replace antiquated sectoral rules with future-focussed legislation... Read More At:- https://lnkd.in/dWiz5vCi #indiangovernment #stakeholders #broadcasting #services #newsflash #news #media #newsupdate #newsfeed #newsmedia

Here's an interesting discussion - where do you draw the line on media regulation? In Canada, I think we need to have a deep conversation about regulating what matters - and only what matters, rather than regulating by default because that's how it's always been done.

Live FAST - Channels Die Young? Audiences and Advertisers have not changed and their expectations of #streamingtv and #streamingmedia - FAST does not mean cheap, it is an opportunity to have a more efficient and OPEX driven business model - #ctv #ctvadvertising #addressable #programmaticadvertising #programmaticads https://lnkd.in/e64XsyFV

The UK’s Media Bill brings US streamers under Ofcom’s regulatory framework. Outlined in a speech by King Charles III, US streamers will be fined up to £250,000 ($308,000) or restricted in the UK entirely if they break regulations around harmful material that have applied to public broadcasters. The bill better protects children “by applying similar standards for TV to the streaming giants,” said the government’s notes on the King’s Speech. “The Bill will ensure standards are upheld on video-on-demand services through a proportionate new Video-on-demand Code, to be drafted and enforced by Ofcom.” Legacy broadcasters have had to adhere to clear Ofcom guidelines that streamers have not been subject to for way too long. It's good to see that there will be more of a level playing field for streamers going forward. #television #regulation #streamers #video #broadcasting #media https://bit.ly/3StoZ0r

Live FAST - Channels Die Young? Audiences and Advertisers have not changed and their expectations of #streamingtv and #streamingmedia - FAST does not mean cheap, it is an opportunity to have a more efficient and OPEX driven business model - https://lnkd.in/eUN2b4Ta

ARN and Anchorage’s ambitious dream to carve up SCA broadcast assets closer to realisation There were also a number of other pressing matters at the audio business. In order…what is happening to the ARN and Anchorage play for SCA radio and TV assets? And what is the latest update on the bold move to network a Sydney breakfast show into Melbourne?