The Big Ten Network (BTN) is an American sports television network dedicated to covering collegiate sports sanctioned by the Big Ten Conference. It features live and recorded event telecasts, news, analysis programs, and content focused on the conference's member schools. It is a joint venture between Fox Sports (61% ownership and operating partner) and the Big Ten Conference (39% ownership), headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. BTN was launched on August 30, 2007, as the first cable channel dedicated to a single collegiate conference, providing extensive coverage of Big Ten football, basketball, and other sports. It broadcasts approximately 35-40 football games per season, and a wide array of basketball and Olympic sports events. BTN is available on most major TV providers and streaming services like Hulu Live TV and YouTube TV. The network has played a crucial role in increasing exposure for Big Ten women's basketball and other non-revenue sports. Over the years, it has evolved with new branding and expanded digital streaming options to reach a broad audience of college sports fans.