India’s Competition Commission (CCI) has raised initial concerns about the proposed $8.5 billion merger between Reliance and Walt Disney’s media assets in the country, particularly over cricket broadcast rights. Cricket dominates India’s sports market, and the combined entity would have…

A Horowitz Research survey reveals that 43% of streaming consumers have signed up for subscription-based services after discovering a TV series on a free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) platform. Conversely, 53% of users reduced their spending on subscription services due…

The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) reported a 27.1% surge in subscription streaming revenue in the first half of 2024, reaching nearly $22.9 billion, up from $18 billion in 2023. Total consumer spending on home entertainment rose 22% to $25.4 billion,…

A federal judge has blocked the planned launch of Venu, a sports streaming joint venture between Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, following a lawsuit by FuboTV over antitrust concerns. Judge Margaret Garnett ruled in favor of Fubo, agreeing that…

Amazon has agreed to acquire Perceive Corporation, a subsidiary of Xperi focused on edge inference solutions, through an asset purchase agreement. Nearly four dozen Perceive employees will join Amazon, bolstering its efforts to enhance edge-based AI and multi-modal experiences. This…

Netflix has partnered with Google for a unique "Shop with Google" collaboration featuring Emily in Paris, allowing viewers to use Google Lens to shop outfits inspired by the show's characters. The partnership includes shoppable pause ads, title sponsorships, and pop-up…

Titan OS, a European smart TV operating system, has partnered with Banijay Rights to expand its FAST channel lineup with single-series channels for popular shows like Deal or No Deal and Mr. Bean. This move strengthens Titan's competitive position in…

Cineverse has partnered with Wurl, LLC to enhance its distribution of FAST channels and improve monetization. The collaboration will see Cineverse migrate many of its existing FAST channels, including The Bob Ross Channel and SCREAMBOX TV, to Wurl's Global FAST…

Edgar Bronfman Jr., former Warner Music Chairman, is reportedly pursuing a takeover of National Amusements, the largest shareholder of Paramount Global. Bronfman is seeking financial backing from Fortress Investment Group, Roku, and producer Steven Paul. He may submit an offer…

TelevisaUnivision has signed a multiyear deal with Major League Baseball, granting it exclusive Spanish-language broadcast rights to the American League Division Series and American League Championship Series. The partnership includes regular-season and playoff games, weekly shows like MLB en Vivo…