# bill rasmussen (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bill rasmussen. Page: Feed: --- ## [Jury awards ex-college basketball player $9.25M in New York Times defamation case](https://www.fox5ny.com/sports/college-basketball-new-york-times-defamation-case) _2026-08-21 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ A former University of Alabama basketball player sued The New York Times over a 2023 story it ran reporting he was at the scene of a deadly shooting. ## [Digital India’s impact on rural connectivity](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/digital-indias-impact-on-rural-connectivity/) _2026-08-21 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ The Digital India is a flagship scheme of the Government of India which was launched on July 1, 2015, by the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi with the objective of converting India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. Digital India has been built upon three pillars – Digital Infrastructure, Digital Governance and \[…\] ## [Hathway bets on broadband growth under Reliance’s digital ecosystem](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/hathway-bets-on-broadband-growth-under-reliances-digital-ecosystem/) _2026-08-21 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ Industry & competitive context India’s fixed-line broadband market has historically been one of the most underpenetrated segments of the country’s telecommunications landscape. As of March 2019, according to data published by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), India had approximately 18.42 million wired broadband subscribers compared to roughly 545 million wireless broadband… ## [India’s satellite internet licences stuck behind a wall of distrust?](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/indias-satellite-internet-licences-stuck-behind-a-wall-of-distrust/) _2026-08-21 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ More than four years after India handed out its first satellite internet licence, not one operator has switched on a commercial service. Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications all hold GMPCS licences and other statutory approvals. Amazon’s Leo is still angling for one. Yet the file has gone quiet inside the Department of Telecommunications, \[…\] ## [Premier League returns: Opening weekend schedule, new teams and rule changes](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/premier-league-returns-weekend-new-rules-var-time-wasting-more) _2026-08-21 · Tyler.Thrasher@fox.com (Tyler Thrasher) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ The Premier League season opens with new rules on delayed throw-ins, goal kicks, substitutions, goalkeeper injuries and VAR reviews. ## [Vero Broadband to acquire MontanaSky](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/vero-broadband-to-acquire-montanasky/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ In a deal that impacts broadband in northwest Montana, Vero Broadband, LLC (doing business as Vero Fiber) and Montana Sky Networks Inc. (d.b.a. MontanaSky) have signed a definitive agreement to merge. The companies’ announcement said that the transaction has been executed by both companies and is expected to close following receipt of customary regulatory approvals \[…\] ## [Asia Broadband dismisses California lawsuit without prejudice](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/asia-broadband-dismisses-california-lawsuit-without-prejudice/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ Asia Broadband Inc. filed a voluntary notice of dismissal without prejudice for its civil action in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, according to a press release statement issued Wednesday. The dismissal allows the company’s legal counsel to complete evaluation of trading data gathered during the initial pleading phase and determine \[…\] ## [ATR and Digital Liberty urge Congress to oppose new broadband taxes](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/atr-and-digital-liberty-urge-congress-to-oppose-new-broadband-taxes/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ Americans for Tax Reform led a coalition of 27 center-right groups in a letter to members of Congress urging them to reject any proposals that would impose new taxes on broadband service, including by bringing broadband into the Universal Service Fund contribution base. The letter notes that American consumers are already dealing with the effects \[…\] ## [UK Space Agency funds new satellites to improve Scottish broadband](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/uk-space-agency-funds-new-satellites-to-improve-scottish-broadband/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ More reliable broadband on remote Scottish railways and affordable sensors which help farmers grow more food are among a raft of new projects which will bring the benefits of space technology into everyday life. The UK Space Agency is funding 16 projects through a £13 million government investment, supporting the companies and workers developing the \[…\] ## [Pennsylvania Governor to limit new data centers](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/pennsylvania-governor-to-limit-new-data-centers/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro ordered strict new guardrails on data centers in the state, joining a rush of states pushing back against soaring corporate investment fueled by the development of artificial intelligence. Shapiro’s executive order requires local approval to receive state permits for data center projects, establishing a significant hurdle for new development. The governor, \[…\] ## [One OS for your AI workforce (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CgkrcfpetDQu) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Build, direct, and supervise an AI workforce from a single operating workspace. ## [ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen no more](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/espn-co-founder-bill-rasmussen-no-more/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ Bill Rasmussen, whose vision and ambition fueled the 1979 launch of ESPN as the world’s first 24-hour television network, died Tuesday. He was 93. Rasmussen died at his Florida home from the effects of Parkinson’s disease. With son Scott, Rasmussen conceived of the initial idea of ESPN — first, as solely a Connecticut venture, and \[…\] ## [TDSAT directs Kerala cable operator to pay ₹15.92 lakh to DEN Networks](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/tdsat-directs-kerala-cable-operator-to-pay-%e2%82%b915-92-lakh-to-den-networks/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ The Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) has directed Kerala-based local cable operator Skyline Cable Network to pay ₹15.92 lakh to DEN Networks towards unpaid subscription dues and the depreciated value of 1,025 unreturned set-top boxes (STBs). The order, passed by Justice Ram Krishna Gautam, Member, TDSAT, includes ₹54,679 in outstanding subscription dues as \[…\] ## [Global RAN market returns to growth for third straight quarter](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/global-ran-market-returns-to-growth-for-third-straight-quarter/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ The Radio Access Network (RAN) market continued to stabilize in the second quarter of 2026. Worldwide RAN revenue increased modestly year-over-year (Y/Y), marking the third consecutive quarter of growth following more than two years of contraction, according to Dell’Oro. “The second quarter reinforced the message we have been communicating for some time, namely that the \[…\] ## [Global cloud storage market to triple to $261B by 2031](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/global-cloud-storage-market-to-triple-to-261b-by-2031/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ The global Cloud Storage Market size will grow to USD 261.21 billion by 2031 from USD 92.25 billion in 2026, at a CAGR of 23.1% during the forecast period, according to MarketsandMarkets. Cloud Storage Market Trends & Insights: Rapid growth in enterprise data volumes, AI and high-performance workloads, analytics platforms, cloud-native applications, and data protection \[…\] ## [India’s ₹1 trillion connectivity opportunity hinges on satcom expansion](https://www.broadcastandcablesat.co.in/indias-%e2%82%b91-trillion-connectivity-opportunity-hinges-on-satcom-expansion/) _2026-08-20 · Abhay Sachan · Broadcast and CableSat_ India has a digital connectivity opportunity worth ₹1 lakh crore, at a conservative estimate, largely achievable through satellite communication services, said Broadband India Forum (BIF) President TV Ramachandran on the sidelines of the 10th edition of India Satcom 2026. “There are more than 50 crore people who are still unconnected, mostly in rural and remote \[…\] ## [ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/espn-founder-bill-rasmussen-dies-93) _2026-08-18 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ Bill Rasmussen, the founder of the 24-hour cable sports network, ESPN, has died at the age of 93 from the effects of Parkinson’s disease, the network said in a media release today. ## [NFL linebacker, Super Bowl champion O.J. Brigance dies at 56](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nfl-linebacker-super-bowl-champion-o-j-brigance-dies-56) _2026-08-18 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ Former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion of the Baltimore Ravens, O.J. Brigance has died at age 56. ## [Jessica Bang, rookie professional golfer, dies at 18](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/jessica-bang-golf-dies) _2026-08-14 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ Rookie professional golfer Jessica Bang died Thursday at a hospital in Thailand at age 18. ## [Professional boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, years after career-ending fight injury](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/professional-boxer-prichard-colon-dies-33-years-after-career-ending-fight-injury) _2026-08-13 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ Former professional boxer Prichard Colón has died after a long health battle years after suffering an injury from a professional fight, according to Remezcla. ## [Jayden Daniels sends LSU cease and desist letter over No. 5 jersey decision](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/jayden-daniels-sends-lsu-cease-desist-letter-over-no-5-jersey-decision) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ A representative for Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has told LSU to stop using the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner’s name, image and likeness after the school allowed cornerback D.J. Pickett to wear the No. 5 jersey Daniels wore during his two seasons in Baton Rouge. ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/a9GBEfibECda) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [Full list: $1K tickets help make Bills NFL’s priciest team to see, report finds](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/full-list-1k-tickets-help-make-bills-nfls-priciest-team-see-report-finds) _2026-08-12 · Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ Buffalo Bills fans will need to dig deep to see Josh Allen and company’s first games at their new multi-billion dollar stadium. Average ticket prices for the Thursday night home opener against the Detroit Lions at Highmark Stadium soared well past the $1,000 mark, making them the most expensive seats of the NFL season’s opening month, a new survey found. ## [USA Swimming CFO arrested for theft, embezzlement](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/usa-swimming-cfo-arrested-theft-embezzlement) _2026-08-12 · Stephanie.Weaver@fox.com (Stephanie Weaver) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ USA Swimming placed its chief financial officer, Cory Hilliard, on leave Monday after learning of his arrest on charges of theft and embezzlement. ## [FBI and NCAA team up to fight sexual exploitation](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/fbi-ncaa-team-up-fight-sexual-exploitation) _2026-08-11 · Stephanie.Weaver@fox.com (Stephanie Weaver) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ The FBI is teaming up with the NCAA to start a program to combat sexual exploitation of college athletes. Here's what to know. ## [Buffalo Bills fans at new $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium weigh in with reactions of obstructed views](https://www.fox5ny.com/sports/buffalo-bills-highmark-stadium-obstructed-views) _2026-08-10 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ The Buffalo Bills unveiled their new stadium this weekend at a practice event, drawing mixed reactions from some fans who took to social media to critique the venue's design and sightlines. ## [NBA Hall of Fame coach Don Nelson dies at 86](https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nba-hall-fame-coach-don-nelson-dies-86) _2026-08-09 · Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) · Latest News | FOX 5 NY_ NBA Hall-of-Famer Don Nelson, who once held the record for most wins as a head coach, has died at 86, according to a statement from his family.