Key Dates Flashcards
Launched HDTV and VOD
2002
Became majority owner of the Golf Channel and Versus
2001
Launched High-speed wireless data service, Xfinity Internet 2go
2009
Comcast and AT&T Broadband completed a $47.5 billion merger
2002
When did Comcast first offer stock publicly?
1972
Launched Digital Voice Service
2005
10th anniversary of Comcast Cares Day
April 30th 2011
Founded by Ralph Roberts, Daniel Aaron, and Julian Brodsky as American Cable Systems
1963
Introduced XfinityTV.com, allowing customers online access to video content
2009
Partnered with Disney to acquire 40% controlling interest in E! Entertainment Television and Style Network
1997
Announced and gained FCC approval for a merger with NBC Universal
2010
Held a major stake in QVC, helping to make it the worlds largest electronics retailer
1986-2003
When was Comcast with the Peacock Logo launched?
2012
Owned QVC
1986 - 2003
Completed Purchase of Full Ownership of NBCUniversal by acquiring the remaining 49% of General Electric’s interest in the company
March 19, 2013