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FCC to Lift Freeze on Applications for New LPTV, TV Translator Stations
By George Winslow published
The move is part of a phased process running into 2026 that will also lift the current freeze on major changes for Class A television, low power television and TV translator stations and permits

Sage Releases Firmware Fix
By Nick Langan published
It corrects an issue that may display all alerts in the "severe" color

NAB Kicks Off New Phase in Campaign to Overturn Broadcast Ownership Rules
By George Winslow published
As part of the effort, it is emphasizing the importance of preserving free access to football on broadcast stations

FCC Sets Deadlines for Comments on Changes to Disaster Information Reporting
By George Winslow published
Comments must be filed by Oct. 2 and reply comments by Nov. 3

FCC Slightly Raises Regulatory Fees for TV Stations
By George Winslow published
The agency expects to collect $23,412,392 in FY 2025 from digital television, up from $23,363,518 it collected in FY 2024

Unions, Civil Rights Groups Argue Localism Will Be Hurt, Not Helped by Eliminating Ownership Caps
By George Winslow published
Opponents also stress that the FCC lacks the authority to change the 39% ownership cap set by Congress

Fox, YouTube TV Agree on Short Extension in Carriage Talks
By George Winslow published
FCC Chair Carr urged them to quickly resolve the dispute in a post saying `Get the Deal Done Google!'

Netflix Lays Out Guidance for Using Generative AI in Content Production
By George Winslow published
Its guiding principles describe the kinds of approvals that may be needed from streamer in various AI use cases
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