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GatesAir Grows Its Global Services Team
Two new hires bring RF, networking and NOC expertise
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News and Business
Dollar General Stores to Roll Out AI-Enabled In-Store Audio Network
QSIC is providing the audio network to about 6,000 stores in 48 states
People News
BE Names Berry as CRO, Appoints Two Others
It's the manufacturer's first-ever chief revenue officer
Products
Skyview Networks Introduces Cirocast
New cloud‑native audio distribution platform aims to improve distribution and monetization
NAB Show
AEQ to Showcase Forum IP Plus and Systel Max at NAB Show
Latest digital console and call management system will be on display
News and Business
305 Broadcast Partners with SCMS to Strengthen LatAm Operations
An alliance between the two broadcast suppliers
NAB Show
NAB Show Sets Schedule for 2026 BEIT Conference
Neuroscientist and technologist Poppy Crum will deliver keynote on how new tools are starting...
News and Business
Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance Pushes for Spectrum Access
The spectrum is critical for high-profile events, the WMSA says
Business and Law
FCC Says Late Night and Daytime Shows Must Offer Equal Time
Commissioner Gomez called it an escalation in campaign "to censor and control speech"
Business and Law
The FCC’s Work Continues Despite the Government Shutdown
Commissioner Anna Gomez criticizes Chairman Carr's decision to "pad agenda" amidst staff furloughs
Business and Law
NAB Continues Campaign to Overhaul Broadcast Ownership Rules
This time, for the sake of free access to live sports
Business and Law
FCC Launches Effort to Modernize Disaster Reporting
Commission seeks comment on to reduce DIRS reporting burdens and improve the system
Business and Law
FCC Releases Details of Its Plans to Fundamentally Review EAS
In August the commission will vote to re-examine alerting systems “from the ground up"
Business and Law
FCC to Undertake a “Ground-up Re-examination” of EAS, WEA
Chairman also plans to restrict environmental reviews
Business and Law
Cantwell Report Highlights Role of Public Stations in Weather Emergencies
Report shows areas where public media funding cutbacks could harm emergency alert efforts
Business and Law
Lawmakers Urge FCC to Make Multilingual Emergency Alerts a Priority
Members of Congress look to improve hurricane preparedness
Business and Law
House Committee Proposes Funding for NGWS
APTS applauded the move of a recommended $40 million for the program
News and Business
CPB Awards Grant for Appalachian, Mid-South Journalism
The grant of $650,000 is for group of radio and TV stations led by...
Business and Law
73 Members of Congress Call on FCC to Loosen Broadcast Ownership Rules
69 Republicans and 4 Democrats signed a letter saying outdated ownership rules hinder broadcasters...
Business and Law
Shure Forms Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance
WMSA will work to ensure access to RF spectrum for wireless microphones
Business and Law
FCC Chair Brendan Carr Orders Investigation Into PBS, NPR Sponsorships
Letter draws immediate condemnation from FCC commissioners Starks and Gomez
Business and Law
U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules
6th Circuit finds regulator did not act within its legal authority
Business and Law
FCC Opens Entire 6-GHz Band to Very-Low-Power Device Operations
The move, which the agency says will spur innovation, had been opposed by the...
Global
Singapore’s Mediacorp Taps Lawo for IP Solutions
Lawo technology powers a redundant IP media network at Mediacorp’s alternative broadcast center
Industry News
SpectraRep Appoints George Molnar as CTO
Industry veteran will lead expansion of company's nationwide datacasting network
People News
John Palma Joins Lawo as Senior Sales Manager
He brings 35 years of broadcast-industry experience to the role
Business and Law
NAB Expresses Concentration Concerns Over SES-Intelsat Merger
Tells FCC the proposed deal would leave post-acquisition company in control of 96% of...
News and Business
RNZ Selects Dalet for New Editorial System
The New Zealand broadcaster will make the switch in 2025 for its centennial celebration...
Business and Law
FCC Proposes $146,976 Fine Against ESPN for EAS Violations
Agency proposes maximum fine against sports network for using alert tones during NBA promo...
NAB Show
BEIT Conference Now Accepting Technical Papers, Panel Proposals
Winning submissions will be presented at the 2025 NAB Show
Business and Law
NVISA and ATSC Deploy ATSC 3.0 Warning System at FEMA Facility
The technical support facility will allow for hands-on testing and simulation capabilities for enhanced...
Business and Law
FCC Amends Foreign Sponsorship ID Rules
The rules were designed to prevent foreign influence on U.S. elections
Business and Law
SBE Issues Regulatory Alert on Potential 6 GHz Interference
The spectrum band plays a critical role in ENG and local newsgathering
IBC Show
IBC2023 Grows to 43,065 Attendees, 1,250 Exhibitors
This year's show attendance far surpassed last year's 37,071 visitors
News and Business
Michigan Association of Broadcasters Launches Industry Recruitment Campaign
MAB encourages young people to "Be There" and bring creative talents to local TV...
News and Business
NVISA Proposes the Creation of a National NextGen TV Demo Channel
"We think we can all agree that the broadcasting industry needs the ATSC 3.0/NextGen...
News and Business
SBE Expands Its Mentor Program With Subject Matter Experts
Society members in any level of their career can offer specialized expertise
News and Business
Sinclair, Hyundai Mobis Ink Deal for ATSC 3.0 Automotive Services
They will collaborate on 3.0 geo-targeting capabilities and enhanced GPS, among other areas
Programming and Sales
NAB Launches 2022 Election Toolkit for Broadcasters
NAB Launches 2022 Election Toolkit for Broadcasters
NAB
NAB Opens State-of-the-Art Media Production Facility
Made possible by donations of cutting-edge technologies, equipment and design services
NAB
NAB Opens Application Window for 2023 Broadcast Leadership Training Program
The NAB Leadership Foundation also announced the 2021 graduates of the executive training course