IPTV has its work cut out, says report

IPTV SUBSCRIPTION WILL be quick, but not particularly profitable in the short term, according to a new report from European research firm Informa Telecoms and Media. IPTV: A Global Analysis… Continue Reading

Layoffs hit Rogers Media

TORONTO – About 100 people have been let go from the media division at Rogers Communications. That includes those working for the television side (Citytv, OMNI, Sportsnet, Biography, G4TechTV,… Continue Reading

UPDATE #6: Tributes pour in for Ted Rogers

TORONTO – Political and business leaders across the continent are expressing their tributes to Rogers Communications founder Ted Rogers, who died early on Tuesday, December 2nd. Brian Roberts, chairman and… Continue Reading

Luxe TV comes to Canada

GATINEAU – Luxe TV has been added to the eligible satellite services list for distribution on a digital basis in Canada, the Commission announced today. Videotron applied to the… Continue Reading

Sherratt to be honoured at Junos

TORONTO – Broadcasting pioneer Fred Sherratt will receive the 2009 Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award at this year’s Juno Awards. The award recognizes an outstanding individual who has contributed to… Continue Reading

Gowan to host Canadian music awards

TORONTO – Canadian musician Lawrence Gowan will host the Canadian Music Industry Awards. Another well known Canadian musician is also scheduled to appear at the ceremony. Burton Cummings will… Continue Reading

Revenue dips at RIM

WATERLOO – Research In Motion (RIM) expects revenue for their third quarter to be lower than forecasted, but still 65% higher than the same quarter last year. Preliminary results for… Continue Reading