Disney has launched the Office of Technology Enablement (OTE), led by Jamie Voris, to oversee the strategic use of AI and emerging tech across its divisions. This new group aims to explore opportunities while mitigating risks, ensuring Disney remains a…

Allen Media Group (AMG) has expanded its Local Now streaming service by launching 10 city-specific, free news channels on The Roku Channel, providing real-time local news, weather, traffic, and sports. This move extends AMG's reach on one of the world's…

Comcast announced it is considering spinning off its cable TV channels into a new company, a move that led to a 4% jump in its stock on an otherwise down market day. The proposal, still in early stages, aims to…

Charter Communications will bundle ad-supported streaming services like Max, Disney+, and Paramount+ into select cable packages at no extra cost starting in early 2025. CEO Chris Winfrey outlined the phased rollout aimed at boosting subscriber retention and acquisition as traditional…

AWS reported Q3 revenue of $27.45 billion, slightly missing estimates but achieving five consecutive quarters of growth. AI revenue more than doubled year-over-year, with AWS’s operating margin reaching a record 38%. High demand is constrained by chip shortages, as AWS…

Netflix and Imax are in talks to release Greta Gerwig’s The Chronicles of Narnia in theaters over Thanksgiving 2026 before streaming it by Christmas. This rare consideration of a theatrical window by Netflix follows Gerwig’s post-Barbie influence and could disrupt…

Hollywood's leadership remains dominated by aging executives like Tom Rothman and Bob Iger, sparking frustration among younger professionals who see limited opportunities for advancement. Economic pressures, layoffs, and a lack of clear career paths are driving many mid-level executives to…

Front Office Sports discusses how sports media is grappling with attracting younger fans, even as TV ratings and media rights soar. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro highlights the challenge, pointing out distractions like Netflix and TikTok. Amazon’s Thursday Night Football has…

ADWEEK’s Brandweek conference addressed streaming fragmentation, with Parks Associates revealing that 57% of households feel overwhelmed by the multitude of options, and the average home subscribes to 5.5 services. Nearly 47% have canceled a service in the past year, driven…

David Ellison, Skydance CEO, will hold full voting control over the Ellison family's interests in the upcoming Skydance-Paramount merger, with the deal expected to close in mid-2025. Ellison will lead "New Paramount," with a 77.5% stake held by Ellison-controlled Pinnacle…