The broadcaster has agreed a deal to produce a UK version of NBC’s long-running comedy series for the first time
Lenders to the UK’s largest altnet seek reassurance over broadband partnership announced last year
Broadcaster to close three of 10 customer service centres, affecting jobs in Stockport, Sheffield and Leeds
CMA cites sharing of information about fees for roles such as camera operators and sound technicians
Broadcaster accuses company of failing to do enough to tackle piracy, often involving its Fire Stick TV devices
UK broadcaster is launching premium model to combat decline of linear TV and ‘stagnant’ revenue streams
Media group has agreed renewed partnership for the UK and Ireland allowing it to offer HBO content
Media company had claimed intellectual property rights for goods including antiperspirants, tuxedos and biofuels
Media and telecoms group bets on sporting coverage to give it competitive edge
Comcast unit says missing out on ‘irreplaceable’ series could cost it hundreds of millions of dollars
Sky’s deal with CityFibre complements, rather than replaces, its existing arrangement with Openreach network
FTSE 100 group’s existing agreement with media company will remain but choice of rival ‘altnet’ puts it under pressure
US group’s discussions raise questions over its exclusive agreement with Sky to show programmes such as ‘Game of Thrones’
Sports streaming group accuses DFL of ‘unlawful behaviour’ after losing out to Sky
Broadcaster set to talk in coming weeks to staff in teams that could be affected
Comcast-owned group has secured rights to broadcast 1,200 football matches a year
Also in this week’s newsletter, Jon Rahm defects to LIV, disappointment for John Textor and Arctos buy PSG stake
Morgan Stanley chair and former Sky chief executive will serve on committee to pick Bob Iger’s successor
Julian Fellowes’ study of elite Manhattanites touches on social matters but is more concerned with petty scandals
Industry executives have warned for years about disruption for consumers
Broadcaster says regulation takes up ‘significant amounts’ of resources and calls for government action
Directive is designed to protect a broader range of content
Media organisations and small businesses say government proposals ‘too prescriptive’ and costly
Judge tells parties to agree payout for West London headquarters or face further hearing
Move follows sweeping restructuring plans announced by rivals including BT and Vodafone
