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…
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…
The proposed merger between DirecTV and Dish Network faces a setback as Dish’s bondholders resist a $1.6 billion debt reduction, jeopardizing the deal’s viability. DirecTV, aiming to create a consolidated pay-TV leader, is prepared to abandon the merger if an…
Endeavor is selling On Location, Professional Bull Riders, and IMG to TKO Group Holdings for $3.25 billion, consolidating its sports assets into one public entity as Endeavor moves toward going private. The deal boosts TKO’s portfolio in media rights and…
Jeff Schultz, Paramount Global’s chief business development and strategy officer for streaming, will depart by year-end. Schultz was instrumental in Pluto TV’s growth into a billion-dollar business and the launch of Paramount Plus, helping achieve profitability for Paramount’s streaming division.…
Our latest column, From the Archives, highlights Crunchyroll's rise from its 2006 launch by UC Berkeley grads to a global anime leader. Evolving from a fan-driven platform to a licensed subscription service, Crunchyroll now leverages a "flywheel" model integrating streaming,…
Former NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell is expected to become president of Paramount Global after its merger with Skydance Media in 2025. Shell will oversee daily operations alongside Skydance CEO David Ellison, with a focus on transforming Paramount through cost-cutting and…
Paramount Global’s "Office of the CEO," comprised of George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy, and Brian Robbins, received enhanced compensation and protections ahead of the company's merger with Skydance Media, set for 2025. The merger will create a $28 billion entity, with…
Amplitude has acquired Command AI, a user engagement startup, to enhance its digital analytics platform with personalized in-product tours and smart triggers. Most of Command AI’s 30-person team will join Amplitude. The acquisition will help Amplitude offer more customized user…
DirecTV is launching MyFree DirecTV, a free ad-supported streaming service, on November 15 with shows like "Duck Dynasty" and "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon." Available online, on mobile, and smart TVs, the service will grow its channel lineup through 2025.…
