Tag: Cable TV
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Another Cable TV Network Will Shut Down After Nearly 40 Years
In a significant blow to Canadian children’s television, WildBrain, a Toronto-based media company, announced the closure of four of its iconic cable TV networks: Family Channel, Family Jr., WildBrainTV, and Télémagino. The decision comes after nearly four decades of delivering beloved programming to generations of Canadian viewers, with Family Channel serving as a cornerstone for…
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Top 10 Cable TV Networks Most Likely to Shutdown As of August 2025
The cable television landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation as cord-cutting accelerates and streaming services continue their rise to dominance. Many cable networks are facing an uncertain future, with some forced to make drastic changes or face a potential shutdown. This comes as HBO will be shutting down multiple cable TV networks last this month.…
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Cable TV Costs Soar: Average Customer Pays Over $100 a Month & Many Pay Over $150 a Month Just For TV in 2025
As TV costs grow cable TV subscribers continue to pay more. A new survey conducted in 2025 by Cord Cutters News has uncovered that the average cable TV customer is now shelling out over $100 per month for television services alone, excluding additional costs for internet or other add-ons. The survey, which polled over 1,400…
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FTC Delays ‘Click-to-Cancel’ Rule, Letting Cable TV Continue to Make it Hard to Cancel
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a delay in enforcing its highly anticipated “click-to-cancel” rule, a regulation designed to make it easier for consumers to unsubscribe from recurring subscriptions and memberships. The decision, has ignited a firestorm of reactions from consumer advocates, businesses, and policymakers, as the rule was seen as a landmark step…
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Top 10 Cable TV Networks Most Likely to Shutdown As of May 2025
The cable television landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation as cord-cutting accelerates and streaming services continue their rise to dominance. Many cable networks are facing an uncertain future, with some forced to make drastic changes or face a potential shutdown. This comes as Universal Kids shut down earlier last month and at the end of…
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How USA Networks 14 Hours a Day of Law & Order Are Driving People to Cut The Cord
On Sunday, April 27, 2025, USA Network’s programming schedule exemplifies a growing frustration among cable TV subscribers: a relentless cycle of reruns. The network’s lineup features 14 hours of Law & Order episodes, one Premier League soccer match in the morning, and a single movie, Creed III. This repetitive slate underscores a broader trend across…
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Starting in May It Will Be Easier to Cancel Cable TV & Internet Service From Comcast & Spectrum Thanks to The FTC
Starting May 14, 2025, canceling cable TV and internet services is set to become significantly easier for millions of Americans, thanks to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new “negative option” rule, also dubbed the “click to cancel” rule. This landmark regulation, designed to overhaul how businesses manage customer agreements, will directly impact broadband and cable…
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Cable TV Companies Like Comcast & Spectrum Expected to Lose 4 Million Subscribers in 2025
The cable TV industry in the United States is bracing for another challenging year, with industry analysts projecting a loss of over 4 million subscribers in 2025. Major providers like Comcast and Charter’s Spectrum, which have been grappling with a steady erosion of their customer base, are expected to see their subscriber numbers drop from…
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Cable TV Customers Now Pay More Than Double What Cord Cutters Pay in 2025 According to New Survey
As the streaming revolution continues to reshape how Americans consume television, a new survey reveals that cord cutters are paying significantly less than their cable TV counterparts in 2025, spending less than half the monthly amount to satisfy their entertainment needs. According to a comprehensive poll of over 1,900 Cord Cutters News readers conducted in…
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Nearly 20% of Cable TV Customers Now Pay Over $200 Monthly, Survey Reveals
A striking new survey from Cord Cutters News shows that nearly one in five cable TV subscribers—19.4%—are now shelling out over $200 a month for their service, a figure that underscores the escalating costs driving viewers to ditch traditional TV. Conducted among over 1,900 readers, the poll paints a grim picture for cable customers, with…