Comcast Corp is a global telecommunications conglomerate that primarily operates in the media and entertainment sectors. The company provides a wide range of services, including high-speed internet, cable television, and digital voice services, primarily to residential customers. In addition to its telecommunications operations, Comcast owns and operates NBCUniversal, which encompasses a diverse portfolio of news, sports, and entertainment networks, as well as film production and theme parks. Through its various businesses, Comcast aims to deliver innovative technology and compelling content, connecting customers to the entertainment they love and the communications they rely on. Read More
Shashishekhar Ramagundam is a computer scientist and senior IEEE member whose career has centered on advancing Machine Learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and scalable content delivery. His research and professional responsibilities directly address critical challenges in streaming media, recommendations, and enterprise-level data security, impacting both academic progress and industry practices.
Washington D.C. – The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is navigating a complex and pivotal phase in the evolution of American broadcasting, proposing a largely voluntary, market-driven transition to NextGen TV (ATSC 3.0) while conspicuously delaying any firm sunset date for the legacy ATSC 1.0 standard. As of early
Consumer discretionary businesses are levered to the highs and lows of economic cycles. Thankfully for the industry, all signs are pointing up as discretionary stocks have gained 41.3% over the past six months,
beating the S&P 500’s 34.7% return.
As of October 7, 2025, the S&P 500 Communication Services sector appears to be navigating a challenging trading day, with early indications suggesting a potential downturn that mirrors broader market weakness. This hypothetical scenario underscores the sector's inherent sensitivity to macroeconomic shifts and investor sentiment. While specific real-time data
Comcast today opened its newest Flagship Lift Zone in partnership with Opportunities Industrialization Center, Inc. (OIC) Philadelphia to advance digital skills and job training opportunities in the city. The Flagship Lift Zone, located at 1231 North Broad Street, is powered by more than $1 million in total investment to support facility and technology upgrades, and expanded capacity to offer digital and technical skills.
Today, FreeWheel, the leading global technology platform for the streaming advertising ecosystem, and Roku, the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S.*, announced a major expansion of their longstanding partnership, following strong results from the collaboration launched in 2024. With this strategic move, Roku establishes the FreeWheel Streaming Hub as an important platform for Roku Advertising, deepening the pair’s connection and delivering greater value to mutual partners.
Comcast is connecting more than 7,500 new homes and businesses in the Teays Valley, WV area to high-speed, symmetrical Internet from America’s smartest and most reliable converged network. Xfinity brings Internet, mobile, entertainment, and smart home services into one simple, seamless solution – giving customers more speed, savings, and control over their connected lives.
Over the past six months, Comcast’s shares (currently trading at $31.05) have posted a disappointing 7.2% loss, well below the S&P 500’s 33.2% gain. This might have investors contemplating their next move.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) experienced a significant downturn in its afternoon trading session today, with its stock price falling a notable 4.8%. This abrupt decline has sent ripples through the telecommunications sector and is largely attributed to a surprise change in the company's leadership, an unexpected development that
Washington D.C. (October 6, 2025) – Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) has significantly bolstered its presence in the crucial Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and surrounding regions with the recent deployment of a new, state-of-the-art transmitter tower for its owned and operated television station, WDVM-TV. This strategic infrastructure upgrade,
The financial markets are buzzing today, October 6, 2025, with two monumental announcements set to redefine the competitive landscape in the technology and telecommunications sectors. Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) has unveiled a colossal, multi-generational partnership with OpenAI, positioning itself as a formidable challenger in the burgeoning artificial intelligence hardware
While the Nasdaq 100 (^NDX) is filled with cutting-edge technology and consumer companies, not all are on solid footing.
Some are dealing with declining demand, high costs, or regulatory pressures that could limit future upside.
Actor and filmmaker George Clooney pushed back on President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat on Friday, arguing that federal tax incentives — not penalties — are the real way to keep jobs in the American film industry.
Fox Sports has dramatically elevated the landscape of live sports broadcasting with the relaunch of its cutting-edge Stage B virtual production environment. As of late 2025, this state-of-the-art studio, featuring what the network describes as the world's largest live multi-camera LED volume, is poised to redefine how viewers experience sports
Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks.
But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.
Jimmy Fallon says he's mostly avoiding political jokes. This decision could keep him out of controversy and keep fans watching some of the biggest musical acts in October.
The landscape of news consumption is undergoing a seismic shift, with social media platforms increasingly becoming the primary conduits for information, particularly for younger generations. At the forefront of this transformation is TikTok, the short-form video giant, which has rapidly evolved from a mere entertainment app into a significant and
Today, Comcast announced it is launching five new Flagship Lift Zones this fall in Chicago, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, St. Paul and Federal Way, WA, bringing free WiFi, advanced technology, workforce training and digital skills programming to even more neighborhoods across America. Lift Zones, Comcast’s nationwide initiative to ensure more people in more communities have access to the internet and digital tools needed to thrive, is backed by a $50 million cash and in-kind investment. These commitments build on successful Flagship Lift Zones launched in Atlanta, Houston, and Oakland in 2024, and pave the way for opening five additional flagships by the end of 2026, including locations in Pennsylvania and Florida.
