Broadcasters need to stop trying to regulate other industries and instead promote free over-the-air (OTA) broadcasting to consumers if they want their industry to survive, advised Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) President and CEO Gary Shapiro.
Media
Telemundo Closes In Las Vegas & Sanchez – VP GM.
Telemundo announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Las Vegas based KBLR from Summit Media Limited Partnership and will formally assume ownership of the full-power television station.
Schwarz Upped & Pineda Swaps @ Univision.
Univision Communications Inc. announced the appointment of Cristina Schwarz to Vice President, Government and Community Relations for Univision Communications. Ramon J. Pineda replaces Schwarz as Vice President and General Manager of Univision Television Group’s New York stations, which include WXTV-Channel 41 and WFUT-Channel 68, effective immediately.
Univision vs. Televisa?
At a press conference during the Univision Upfront activities, top executives of Univision Communications downplayed the rift between Univision and Televisa.
ESPN Deportes Unveils Programming & Showcases Media Platforms.
At its upfront event last night at the 40 / 40 Club in New York City, ESPN Deportes unveiled its major programming initiatives for 2005-2006 and showcased its five branded media platforms– television, radio, internet, print, and wireless– for the more than 400 invited guests.
Galavisión 2005-2006 Line-up.
Spanish-language cable network Galavisión today announced its 2005-2006 programming lineup. Galavisión, which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary.
