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ITU Approves Object-Audio Broadcast Standards
By Michael Balderston published
ITU has announced that its members have unanimously approved Recommendation ITU-R BS.2088-0, open standards aimed to deliver advanced sound for broadcasting services.

Will SMPTE IP Standard Be Ready in 2017?
By Peter SucIu published
AIMS notes ‘significant’ progress on SMPTE 2110

FCC Sets Comment Deadlines for Main Studio Rule NPRM
By Emily Reigart published
Many broadcasters have strong opinions about the potential elimination of the main studio rule, but the deadline to share those thoughts with the FCC is coming up.

FCC Schedules Time to Drill Down on ATSC 3.0
By TV Technology Staff published
It’s in the books, the FCC will take some time at the end of June to discuss the ATSC 3.0 transmission standard with stakeholders.

FCC Issues Accessible User Interface Deadline Reminder
By Michael Balderston published

House Passes IPAWS Update
By Michael Balderston published
The House of Representatives have passed S.1180, the Integrated Public Alert and Warning Systems Modernization Act of 2015.

Bill to Address Repack Shortcomings Advances
By Phil Kurz published
The House Energy & Commerce Committee has voted to set up funds to help full- and low-power stations, TV translators and FM broadcasters.

Intelsat, SES Agree to Open C-Band Downlink Spectrum for 5G
By Phil Kurz published
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