Sirius and XM hand delivered material to the FCC on November 8, 2007 regarding the documents and information sought by the FCC late last week. The letter written to the FCC gives the agency the list of document custodians that were used to respond to the Department of… → Read More
Two More Politicians Offer Merger Support
In a filing with the FCC, Sirius and XM noted support from Senators Ensign and DeMint in the proposed merger. This brings the political support total to sixteen. While support from these sixteen members may not seem as impressive as the eighty who came out against the merger,… → Read More
Sirius Discloses More Merger Information
Late last week Sirius agreed to settle two class action lawsuits regarding the merger. The lawsuits sought additional information relating to the valuation of XM, the uncertainty of some of XM’s litigation, and the uncertainty about concessions that may be needed to garner merger approval. Subsequent to the… → Read More
FCC Requests Additional Information From Sirius and XM
The FCC has filed letters with both Sirius and XM requesting additional information (Letter To Sirius – The Information Requested / Letter To XM – The Information Requested). The letters, dated November 2nd outline specific questions for Sirius and XM to answer. The companies need to submit their… → Read More
Tony Hawk Ramps Up Merger Support
Professional skateboarding icon Tony Hawk has submitted a letter to the FCC offering his support for the merger between Sirius and XM. Tony Hawk hosts Demolition Radio on Sirius’ Faction channel 28, a show dedicated to the skateboarding lifestyle, and the music that sets the pace for enthusiatsts… → Read More
Media Ownership Rules May Be Relaxed
According to a New York Times article, the FCC may be embarking on a path that would relax current media ownership rules. Stephen Labaton, the New York Times columnist, FCC Chairman Martin wants to repeal rules that broaden restrictions on companies owning a newspaper and radio/television stations in… → Read More
Vote For The Merger. The People Want It
In a filing with the FCC, Sirius and XM have pointed out the difference in unique consumer comments, and the difference is telling. Over 4,500 unique consumer comments have been in support of the merger, and fewer than 1,500 unique comments have opposed the merger. This filing falls… → Read More
Mel Karmazin to Appear on CNBC
Mel Karmazin is slated to appear on CNBC within the hour. Stay tuned for details. UPDATE: The Jolly CEO (right) of Sirius Satellite radio was on Street Signs with David Faber just a few hours ago talking about, what else, the challenges with the SATRAD industry. During the… → Read More
Buzz Back – What Happens To Terrestrial Radio After Merger
Buzz Back is the editorial comment feature of Sirius Buzz. Readers who are interested in submitting an editorial can do so by sending an e-mail via our contact page. All submissions will be considered for publication. A Colorado Reader Submits: WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO TERRESTRIAL RADIO WHEN THE… → Read More
The NAB Has Not Changed Much
Still fighting for their own agenda while proclaiming they are acting on your behalf. Decades have passed, but the NAB script remains the same. Check out this video from YouTube. Position – Long sirius, Long XM
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