Headlines
U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules
In a major victory for cable companies and telcos that raises concerns about the Federal Communications Commission's regulatory authority in the wake of recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down the agency’s net neutrality rules.
Consolidation Alone Won’t Solve Media Challenges
There’s a strong expectation that 2025 will be a year of consolidation in media and entertainment, and there’s good reason to believe those forecasts will turn out to be true.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Paramount, Skydance Ask FCC to Dismiss Objections to Merger
Skydance Media, Paramount Global and National Amusements are pushing back against critics of their pending $8 billion merger who have filed petitions with the Federal Communications Commission, which is reviewing the deal due to a required transfer of broadcast licenses.
Deal Digest: 2024 Ends With A Bang As EMF Strikes $80 Million Deal.
Educational Media Foundation has struck an $80 million deal to buy seven contemporary Christian stations from Salem Media Group.
Television
Here's How AI Will Impact the TV Industry in 2025 (subscription required)
Whether you love or hate to hear about it, artificial intelligence is everywhere, and it’s here to stay.
Tech
Reactions to Net Neutrality Repeal Come Sharp and Swift
One Democratic senator described appeals court ruling as a ‘lose-lose-lose’ for consumers
Hot Take On Today’s Net Neutrality Ruling
While it would be better to have the law still in place, it's unlikely to make much of a difference in the long run.
FCC
FCC Sees Radio Holding Up In Face Of New Threats From Online Audio.
In its biannual report to Congress on the state of the telecommunications industries, the FCC says there remain “significant differences” in the availability, reach, consumer engagement, and cost of the services. Yet the report also acknowledges the audio market is evolving.
Looking Into the Crystal Ball – What Legal and Policy Issues are Ahead for Broadcasters in 2025?
It’s a new year, and as has been our custom at the beginning of each year, we dust off the crystal ball and take a look at what we think may be some of the significant regulatory and legislative issues that broadcasters will be facing in 2025.
