Verizon Communications may launch mobile TV in June

NEW YORK: Verizon Communications is negotiating with programmers to start a mobile video streaming service in the US featuring live TV, original shows and pay-per-view as early as June, according to a person familiar with the talks.

The wireless carrier has secured streaming rights with media companies including Viacom, the owner of MTV, and DreamWorks Animation SKG, said the person, who asked not to be identified. The company plans to have the four major broadcasters — ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox — as part of the service, the person said.