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United Kingdom
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Broadcast television and radio
News Summary:
BBC Director-General Matt Brittin recently pushed for a scaled-up organization, proposing a new universal licence fee, a measure opposed by streamers. On July 9, the BBC formed a partnership with YFM Ghana to provide live commentary for the World Cup Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Final across YFM's platforms in Ghana. Earlier the same day, Brittin confirmed the broadcaster is in discussions with Channel 4 regarding a potential joint streaming service, envisioning a "sovereign platform" to rival major tech giants. This follows Brittin's announcement on June 17 of a fresh round of cuts for the organization.
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BBC offers 20 products in the media and telecoms services and media tech industries. BBC's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services, entertainment content rights, broadcast television and radio and graphics.
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BBC currently holds 145 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including curling, winter sports, athletics, badminton, multi-sport, cricket, motorsports, rowing, darts, equestrianism, golf, basketball, cycling, aquatics and swimming, soccer | association football, rugby league, futsal, baseball, tennis, boxing, netball, gymnastics, ice skating, rugby union, combat sports, gaelic games, american football, triathlon, field hockey, snooker, cyclo-cross, marathon, squash, table tennis and shinty.
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