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FCC overturns limit on local TV ownership in win for media conglomerates
In a historic vote on Thursday morning, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted along party lines to overturn a key check against the consolidation of the television industry, throwing out a rule that prevented any one company from owning…
Dolby Vision 2 Arrives On Hisense TVs
Hisense's UX, UR9, UR8 and U7 TVs have become the first in the world to get Dolby Vision 2 support. Since its surprise and seemingly very last minute unveiling at the IFA technology show in Berlin in 2025, Dolby Vision 2 has been a hot and…
FCC repeals 39% cap on national broadcast TV ownership
Aug. 6 (UPI) -- The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday voted to remove a cap on the number of TV stations that can be owned by a single company nationwide, which critics say could result in more industry consolidation. In a 2-1…
FCC removes TV broadcasters' market share cap
During its Thursday meeting, the agency said the TV ownership cap became outdated and hindered the ability of broadcasters to compete for viewers and advertising dollars against digital platforms such as YouTube that are not subject to the same…
FCC ends 39% household cap on local TV station owners
The FCC has voted to rescind a long-standing rule that barred local broadcast station owners from reaching more than 39% of American television households, a move poised to spark significant industry consolidation. The contentious 2-1 decision saw…
Television Q&A: Will 'Elle' be back for sophomore season?
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FCC ends 39% local TV station ownership cap
The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to rescind the rule that bars local broadcast station owners from reaching more than 39% of the total number of U.S. TV households in a move that could help spark industry consolidation. The FCC…
Federal Communications Commission scraps limit on broadcast TV ownership
The Federal Communications Commission, the government agency that regulates the broadcast airwaves, voted Thursday to eliminate a cap on the share of U.S. television households a single company can reach, a major move that could pave the way for…
Hisense TVs get Dolby Vision 2 first
The Hisense UX, UR9, UR8, and U7 should get the new HDR format by the end of September. The Hisense UX, UR9, UR8, and U7 should get the new HDR format by the end of September. John Higgins is a senior reviewer covering TVs and…
FCC votes to ax rule limiting local TV station ownership in move that could spark industry deals
The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to rescind the rule that bars local broadcast station owners from reaching more than 39% of the total number of US TV households in a move that could help spark more industry consolidation. The…
Dolby Vision 2 is officially available on select Hisense TVs
We've been hearing about Dolby Vision 2 for a while now, and it's finally here. The company's next-generation image engine is available on select Hisense televisions, with more models Hisense models getting the new features via firmware updates.
The best 75-inch TVs of 2026: Expert tested
A 75-inch TV can give you an at-home cinematic experience without feeling like it's taking over your space. At the top of the list of best 75-inch TVs, you'll find the names you expect like Samsung, Sony, and LG. Sets from brands like Samsung…
Unlawful On Its Face': FCC Eliminates Cap on TV Ownership Rule
The Federal Communications Commission voted to eliminate a rule Thursday that stopped any one company from owning so many TV stations that they reach more than 39% of American households. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, a close ally of President Donald…
FCC Eliminates TV Station Ownership Cap in Win for Nexstar and Other Big Broadcasters
The FCC has formally moved to eliminate the longstanding national limit on the number of TV stations that a single entity can own on a 2-1 vote that is likely to draw legal challenges. FCC chief Brendan Carr and fellow Republican commissioner…
FCC Removes Cap on Local TV Ownership
The Federal Communications Commission voted along party lines Thursday to repeal a nationwide audience cap that historically has limited the number of TV-viewing households a single broadcaster could reach. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr led the vote…
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