ESPN has opted out of its final three years of its MLB media-rights deal but is maintaining full production efforts through the current contract. While ESPN remains open to a…
YouTube has demonetized Screen Culture and KH Studio, two of the biggest channels producing AI-generated “concept trailers,” after a Deadline report exposed their use of copyrighted materials and misleading content. The move highlights growing concerns about AI’s role in entertainment,…
Major League Soccer has begun striking linear TV deals internationally, starting with Australian broadcaster SBS, to air its new Sunday Night Soccer match each week. The move signals the league’s growing realization that Apple TV+ alone isn’t delivering the global…
NFL has partnered with WePlay Studios to launch NFL Offsides, a weekly game show streaming on YouTube starting April 15, 2025. The series brings together NFL players, Legends, and gaming creators to compete in physical challenges and video game showdowns,…
RACER has acquired MAVTV and will rebrand the network to expand its media footprint across cable, FAST, and streaming. The move aims to establish RACER as the most comprehensive motorsports media platform in North America, with more than 300 live…
Playback raised $22 million to build a livestreaming platform focused on creator-led sports content, backed by Seven Seven Six, Khosla Ventures, and NBA Investments. The startup has deals with NBA League Pass and MLB.tv that allow creators to legally stream…
JioHotstar has surpassed 100 million paid subscribers, establishing itself as India’s leading streaming platform. The milestone reflects its scaled strategy, blending aggressive pricing, telecom partnerships, and a diverse content portfolio across sports, entertainment, and cultural events.
