The transition from live sports broadcasting on traditional televisions to streaming platforms is brought into question.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment regarding the transition of live sports broadcasting from traditional television to paid live streaming platforms. FFC Chairman Brendan Carr stated that the window for public comment will close March 27th.
The commission stated, “From a historic perspective, live sports and broadcast television have enjoyed a long and mutually beneficial relationship—one that worked well for consumers too. Sports leagues leveraged the wide distribution of broadcast TV to help grow their fan base and expand their revenues.”
The FCC also noted that while the transition from traditional media to streaming platforms has meant that a wider catalog is available to fans, streaming is split across platforms, increasing the need for fans to pay for multiple streaming services. Federal officials are interested in how the new practices impact the current-day consumer and how they may impact future consumers.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Chairman Carr as he leads the FCC in the goal to gather public opinion about modern-day sports broadcasting.
- For FCC officials as they review public comments on the access status of live sporting events.
Sources: Federal Communications Commission, MSN, TV Technology
