The UK Pay TV Market2026-07-20
The United Kingdom has one of the world's most developed and competitive television markets. It provides a clear example of how the rapid growth of over-the-top (OTT) streaming platforms is reshaping the traditional television industry, changing consumer viewing habits, and prompting operators to adopt new strategies to maintain their competitive positions. Between 2023 and 2026, the UK television market entered a new phase of significant transformation.
The Transformation of the Cable Television Industry in the United States2026-07-13
Over the past 15 years, the television industry has undergone its most significant transformation to date. While the majority of U.S. households relied on cable or satellite television in 2010, internet-based streaming had become the dominant platform by 2026. Traditional operators are no longer competing solely with one another-their primary competitors are now OTT (over-the-top) platforms such as Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and others.
Meeting Between the Communications Commission and Authorized Service Providers2025-06-04
At the initiative of the Georgian Electronic Communications Association, a meeting was held between authorized service providers and senior representatives of the Media Services Regulation Department of the Georgian National Communications Commission.The meeting focused on the activities of unauthorized operators currently active in the market. Discussions addressed the growing number of offers appearing across online platforms, where unauthorized individuals advertise thousands of television channels, either through the purchase of set-top boxes or by charging monthly subscription fees.
IPTV Generated GEL 137.8 Million of Georgia's GEL 150 Million Broadcasting Transmission Revenue in 20242025-06-03
According to the 2024 Annual Report of the Georgian National Communications Commission (ComCom), the number of broadcasting transmission subscribers increased by 30,000 compared with 2023, reaching 776,000 subscribers. Subscriber penetration remained unchanged at 67.1%, indicating that broadcasting transmission services continued to be used by approximately two-thirds of subscribers. Notably, the average annual subscriber growth rate over the past five years stood at 1.4%.
Demand for Sports Content on OTT Platforms Is Growing in the United States2025-05-20
The way Americans consume sports content is changing rapidly. Increasingly, viewers are choosing to watch live sporting events on OTT (Over-the-Top) and streaming platforms instead of through traditional television services. According to Hub Entertainment Research's "What's the Score?" study, sports streaming continued to grow significantly in 2025.
Myths About Modern Television2025-03-18
The television industry has been undergoing rapid transformation in recent years. The growth of streaming platforms, changes in consumer behavior, and the introduction of new technologies have created many perceptions, some of which no longer reflect reality. Although the role of traditional television is changing, it remains an important part of the modern media ecosystem. Below are some of the most common myths about modern television.
Submarine Internet: The Invisible Infrastructure That Connects the World2024-12-05
When we use the internet, we rarely think that our data may be traveling thousands of kilometers through fiber-optic cables lying on the ocean floor. Despite the rapid growth of satellite internet services, more than 99% of international data traffic is transmitted through submarine cable systems. These cables form one of the most important foundations of today's digital world.
Net Neutrality: International Experience and Modern Regulatory Approaches2024-11-28
Net neutrality is the principle that Internet Service Providers (ISPs) should ensure the equal and non-discriminatory transmission of all internet traffic, without giving preferential or restrictive treatment to specific services, applications, or platforms.
Telecommunications Services – Statistics and Key Trends2024-03-12
The telecommunications industry is becoming an increasingly important foundation of the digital economy. The growing dependence on the internet, mobile connectivity, and digital platforms demonstrates that telecommunications is no longer just a means of communication - it has become essential infrastructure for business, education, entertainment, and everyday life.
Statement of the Cable Television Union of Georgia2020-09-10
Dear All,
we would like to inform you that due to the spread of COVID-19 and the pandemic in the world, the annual international telecommunication conference "Days of the Caucasian Cable TV and media industry 2020" is not held in Georgia.
We hope, the situation changes and next year we will be able to see each other at the annual international conference.