Sky–ITV deal faces streaming scrutiny

Britain's Culture Secretary has formally intervened in Sky's proposed acquisition of ITV's media and entertainment business.

“Britain's Culture Secretary has formally intervened in Sky's proposed acquisition of ITV's media and entertainment business. Ofcom will assess public-interest concerns while the Competition and Markets Authority examines competition, with both reports due by January twenty-seventh. The review adds a streaming test, asking whether connected viewing changes how regulators should measure plurality and market power. For broadcasters, the decision could shape consolidation rules across linear channels, streaming services, advertising sales and news provision.”