Television broadcast rights

Television broadcast rights refer to the legal permission granted by content owners, like sports leagues or broadcasters, to air specific programs or events on TV. These rights are usually sold through contracts, allowing the broadcaster to transmit the content to viewers. The rights can be exclusive or shared, and often involve significant fees. For example, a sports league might sell the rights to broadcast their games to a specific TV network, which then has the sole authority to air those games within a certain territory and timeframe. This system helps monetize content and control its distribution.