FCC Considers Regulations for Online Video Services

The Federal Communications Commission is considering regulations for companies that provide cable-like subscription video services via the Internet, according to several people with knowledge of the matter. The move could have major implications for companies such as Sony Corp., Dish Network Corp. and Verizon Communications Inc., all of which are planning to launch online video services -- often called over-the-top, or OTT -- aimed at consumers who don't have traditional pay-TV subscriptions.