AT&T makes DirecTV acquisition official

After a week of speculation, AT&T has officially announced a $48.5 billion acquisition of satellite TV giant DirecTV. "This is a unique opportunity that will redefine the video entertainment industry and create a company able to offer new bundles and deliver content to consumers across multiple screens ? mobile devices, TVs, laptops, cars and even airplanes," said AT&T Chairman and Chief ... [ read the full article ]