Magenta TV triples viewership at 2026 World Cup

July 16, 2026

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Magenta TV's viewership rose from 70 million to over 200 million. The increase occurred between the 2024 European Championship and the 2026 World Cup.

Telekom has recorded clear success with Magenta TV. The service attracts customers to broadband and mobile offerings.

Companies like Telekom and Amazon can cross-finance streaming losses. This sets them apart from traditional media companies.

Public broadcasters such as ARD and ZDF as well as private providers like RTL and ProSieben could face pressure. Cooperations may become necessary.

Illustration of FIFA World Cup revenue projection increase featuring the trophy and a soccer match between Spain and Argentina.

FIFA raises 2026 World Cup revenue projection

July 20, 2026 由 AI 报道 AI 生成的图像

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in Sunday's final and FIFA raised its revenue projection by 2 billion dollars to reach 11 billion for the four-year cycle.

World Cup matches top Chile TV ratings on June 22

The FIFA World Cup 2026 matches between Norway and Senegal, and Argentina and Austria, were the most watched programs on Chilean open television on Monday, June 22, according to Ibope data.

ViX blames Prime Video for 2026 World Cup transmission failures

June 18, 2026 由 AI 报道

ViX attributed interruptions during the Uzbekistan versus Colombia match of the 2026 World Cup to Amazon Prime Video. The Federal Consumer Protection Agency requested explanations from the platform after receiving user complaints.

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Telekom defends copper network in Darmstadt lab

May 11, 2026 由 AI 报道

Deutsche Telekom continues to rely on its old copper network for Germany's digitalization. In a 1949 cellar lab in Darmstadt, manager Clemens Sieben presented the plans and emphasized the performance of the existing infrastructure.

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