Spotify and Universal Music Group have signed a multi-year deal to expand subscription tiers, bundled offerings, and audiovisual content, aiming to boost fan engagement and monetization. A new direct license with Universal Music Publishing Group enhances songwriter royalties, while Spotify…
Lionsgate has extended its multiyear licensing deal with Starz, ensuring nearly 20 of its films will be available on the platform annually. The agreement gives Starz exclusive rights to Lionsgate's theatrical films across first, second, and now a third pay…
YouTube TV customers can now add Crunchyroll to their subscriptions via Primetime Channels, enabling seamless access to over 50,000 anime episodes and movies. This expansion, first announced in October, follows Crunchyroll's recent launches on platforms like Roku, Xfinity, and Xumo,…
NASCAR is launching its first FAST channel, the "NASCAR Channel," on Tubi starting January 29, offering 24/7 free content, including classic races, original series, live events, and documentaries. This partnership helps NASCAR expand its audience reach, deepen fan engagement, and…
With TikTok's potential U.S. shutdown looming, Big Tech companies like Meta, YouTube, Snapchat, Substack, and X are aggressively courting TikTok creators to their platforms. Snapchat is running influencer campaigns, Substack is offering cash prizes and expanded video features, and YouTube…
Main Street Sports Group CEO David Preschlack outlined plans to transform the RSN business. The company, which operates FanDuel Sports Networks, aims to expand RSN offerings, explore flexible pricing models, and engage fans year-round. FanDuel Sports Network RSN channels will…
The Cincinnati Reds have reversed their 2025 broadcast plans, opting to return to FanDuel Sports Network (formerly Bally Sports), owned by Main Street Sports Group, instead of proceeding with MLB Media. This one-year deal marks Main Street’s ninth MLB franchise,…
Apple TV+ is partnering with Roku to stream Season 1 of its hit series Severance for free on The Roku Channel until January 19, ahead of the Season 2 premiere on January 17. This cross-promotion aims to drive Apple TV+…
Amazon Prime Video is signaling strong interest in acquiring live sports rights, including potential deals with MLB and UFC, to expand its sports portfolio. Jay Marine, Amazon’s Global Head of Sports, highlighted the company’s openness to exploring opportunities such as…
