ABS-CBN shutdown commemorated by netizens
ABS-CBN – Three years after its shutdown, netizens are remembering the closure of one of the largest broadcasting networks in the Philippines.
ABS-CBN is a major Philippine commercial broadcasting television and radio network. It is one of the country’s largest media conglomerates, with programming that includes news, entertainment, and educational content. The company was founded in 1946 and has since become a household name in the Philippines, with a loyal following of viewers and listeners.
The network is known for producing popular television shows and movies, and has also ventured into digital media through its streaming service, iWantTFC. ABS-CBN is committed to providing high-quality content that reflects the values and culture of the Filipino people.
It was on May 5, 2020, ABS-CBN ceased its broadcasting operations in compliance with a cease and desist order issued by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). The order came after ABS-CBN’s broadcast franchise was not renewed by the Philippine Congress, which sparked controversy and protests among the network’s supporters.
The shutdown had a significant impact on the media industry, particularly on the employees of ABS-CBN. Thousands of media workers lost their jobs due to the network’s closure. The network’s shutdown also raised concerns about press freedom and the role of media in a democratic society.
Three years after its shutdown, netizens are remembering the closure of ABS-CBN, one of the largest broadcasting networks in the Philippines. The hashtag #ABSCBNShutdown has been trending on social media on Friday, May 5, 2023, as Filipinos commemorate the anniversary of the network’s forced closure.
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