XM and Sirius Satellite Radio Merge?
Having two incompatible satellite radio providers was a pain in this case simply because listeners had to worry about making the wrong choice (“who will go bankrupt first?”). If the hardware was compatible and we were just dealing with
XM, Sirius to merge - can you say monopoly?
The merger could bring down the cost of providing service, but at the same time give the company more pricing power as the only US satellite radio provider[READ MORE] Consumers and fans of satellite radio will have to wait and see if
XM-Sirius to merge!!!
More Competitive Audio Entertainment Provider — The combination of an enhanced programming lineup with improved technology, distribution and financials will better position satellite radio to compete for consumers” attention and
Satellite Radio Merger Will Mean Higher Prices
The merger could bring down the cost of providing service, but at the same time give the company more pricing power as the only US satellite radio provider. No, it’s not at all too early to say what this means.
Satellite radio rivals XM and Sirius to merge
The deal would face significant regulatory hurdles in Washington, including a Federal Communications Commission rule that clearly states that one satellite radio provider cannot buy the other one. However, that rule could be waived.
Sirius and XM Satellite to Merge
The precedent for DirecTV and Dish Network having a merger rejected by the Justice Department looms large. There was concern at the time that there would be only one satellite television provider even
XM > Sirius > Local Radio
I’ve pointed out time and time and time again that there are many reasons to make the jump to satellite radio:. Far fewer commercials: XM and Sirius both have 75+ commercial-free music channels; Better sound quality: Neither provider
XM-Sirius, Part II
As to NAB’s characterization of the merger as a “bailout,” the FCC could simply remove its restrictions on new satellite radio entrants so that, if market conditions warrant, one or more new providers could emerge.
XM / Sirius Merger Making a Lot of Noise
Stepping back, this means that the merger will result in a single satellite radio provider with more than 12 million total subscribers. This will also bring together the best of both worlds: Howard Stern, Opera Winkrey, Major League
OFFICIAL: Sirius and XM Announce Merger
XM Satellite Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio have jointly announced that they have entered into an agreement to combine The combination creates a nationwide audio entertainment provider with combined 2006 revenues of approximately
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