DIRECTV to Acquire EchoStar’s Video Distribution Business (DISH TV and Sling TV)

EchoStar Acquires DISH Network

January 2, 2024

Telecommunications

EchoStar completed its acquisition of DISH Network on December 31, 2023, merging a wholly owned EchoStar subsidiary into DISH with DISH surviving as an EchoStar wholly owned subsidiary. The deal combines DISH’s satellite TV, streaming services and nationwide 5G network with EchoStar’s satellite communications and JUPITER satellite capacity to create an integrated provider of terrestrial and non‑terrestrial connectivity based in Englewood, Colorado.

TPG Acquires AT&T's Remaining 70% Stake in DIRECTV

September 30, 2024

Media & Entertainment

TPG (through its TPG Capital private equity platform) has acquired AT&T’s remaining 70% stake in DIRECTV, making DIRECTV a wholly owned portfolio company of TPG Capital. The transaction provides DIRECTV with a stronger financial platform to accelerate investments in its next-generation streaming and video services; AT&T is expected to receive approximately $7.6 billion in cash payments through 2029 under the deal terms.

DIRECTV Acquires Majority Ownership of INVIDI Technologies

January 15, 2025

Media & Entertainment

DIRECTV acquired a majority ownership stake in INVIDI Technologies, a leading provider of addressable television advertising solutions. INVIDI will continue to operate independently under its existing leadership and will be jointly owned by DIRECTV, DISH, and WPP as the company expands its U.S. and international addressability efforts.

DISH Network Acquires Republic Wireless

March 8, 2021

Telecommunications

DISH Network announced on March 8, 2021 that it will acquire Republic Wireless, an MVNO operating on the T‑Mobile network, including approximately 200,000 customer relationships and the Republic brand. The Relay division of Republic will remain a standalone business in Raleigh and become a wholesale customer on DISH’s 5G network.

Deltatre to Acquire Endeavor Streaming From Endeavor Group Holdings

July 15, 2025

Cloud & SaaS

Deltatre entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Endeavor Streaming from Endeavor Group Holdings, combining complementary digital, OTT, and direct-to-consumer growth capabilities. The transaction is expected to close in Q3 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

Lynk and Omnispace Plan Merger to Deliver Next-Generation Direct-to-Device Connectivity

October 22, 2025

Telecommunications

Lynk Global and Omnispace announced plans to merge to provide a comprehensive direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity solution spanning satellite and terrestrial networks. SES, an investor in both companies, will become a major strategic shareholder and deepen its support for engineering, operations, and regulatory needs as the combined entity is expected to close late this year or early next year.