MLB and ESPN will end their TV deal after 2025, with MLB seeking new partners, including streamers like Amazon and Netflix. The move highlights a broader shift in sports media as leagues prioritize visibility and flexibility over traditional long-term TV…
Ampere Analysis forecasts that streaming services will invest a record $12.5 billion in live sports rights in 2025, up from $10 billion in 2024. DAZN leads the sector, accounting for one-third of the spending, followed by Amazon, YouTube TV, and…
Cineverse slashed its way to a standout quarter, with Q4 2024 revenue soaring to $40.7 million—more than triple the prior year—driven by Terrifier 3’s massive box office success. Net income flipped from a $2.9 million loss to a $7.2 million…
Tastemade is expanding its Jamie Oliver content with three new series—Jamie Oliver: Seasons, Jamie: Fast and Simple, and Jamie Cooks Italy—through a new deal with Fremantle. The shows will stream across Tastemade’s FAST channels and be ad-free for Tastemade+ subscribers.…
Paramount Pictures has struck a major slate financing deal with Domain Capital Group, covering at least 30 films, including The Smurfs Movie, The Naked Gun reboot, and The Running Man. The agreement, which could extend to 40 films, expands Domain’s…
Tastemade is teaming up with Ole Interactive to launch new FAST channels in Latin America, targeting the region’s surging ad-supported streaming market. The partnership combines Tastemade’s digital content expertise with Ole’s distribution and ad network, expanding its presence in food,…
WWE is launching WWE Evolve, a new in-ring series on Tubi, focused on developing up-and-coming talent, particularly from its ID Program. Premiering March 5, the show serves as a proving ground for wrestlers before they reach NXT, featuring a mix…
Roku, Hello Sunshine, and Rich Eisen Productions are launching Women’s Sports Now, a weekly studio show on The Roku Channel dedicated to women’s sports. Hosted by Renee Montgomery, Sarah Tiana, and Suzy Shuster, the series will feature highlights, analysis, and…
Warner Bros. Discovery is leveraging The White Lotus to attract major sponsors to Max, marking a shift in how HBO content is monetized. Despite HBO’s traditional ad-free model, Max’s ad-supported tier allows brands like American Express, Diageo, Google, BMW, and…
The Streaming Wars analyzes 2025 as a cautious reset for the media and entertainment industry after two years of turmoil, including mass layoffs, stock declines, and an industry-wide correction. While job losses continue, they are slowing, and companies are shifting…
