Cable / Telecom News

Eastlink readies new Gb Internet

HALIFAX – Eastlink has become the latest provider to offer gigabit internet services, announcing Wednesday that it will roll out the service in Halifax starting next month. Using its fibre optic… Continue Reading

MTS cutting workforce in Manitoba

WINNIPEG – MTS announced a voluntary workforce reduction program to its Manitoba employees Tuesday, a move it says will improve its cost structure. The company said that the offer covers both union and… Continue Reading

SCTE makes two key staff additions

EXTON, PA – The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) announced two major staff additions that it says are intended to build value for the organization’s corporate and individual… Continue Reading

Stingray’s Brava buys Flemish TV channel Cultuur 7

ALMERE, NETHERLANDS – Stingray Digital Group subsidiary Brava acquired Flemish television channel Cultuur 7 this week.  Financial terms were not disclosed. Netherlands-based pan-European cultural television channel Brava broadcasts operas, operettas, ballets,… Continue Reading