Media Ownership
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The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality
The Federal Communications Commission has eliminated local TV station ownership rules, a move that benefits companies like Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair Broadcast Group. The legality of these rule changes has been questioned.
The FCC plans to rip up local TV station ownership rules
The Federal Communications Commission is planning to revise its rules regarding local TV station ownership. This potential change could lead to increased consolidation in the broadcast television industry, raising concerns about the possibility of monopolies.
Death Stranding director Hideo Kojima "really sad" about Sony ending physical disc production, and says lack of media ownership has "frightening" possibilities
Hideo Kojima expressed sadness and concern over Sony's decision to end physical disc production in January 2028, highlighting the frightening possibilities of losing media ownership with the rise of cloud streaming. He drew parallels to subscription services like Netflix, warning that a shift away from physical media could lead to a future where access to games and movies is revoked due to political or other changes.
