Tag: DAZN

News Corp has completed the $2.1 billion sale of Foxtel to DAZN Group, receiving a 6% stake in the sports streamer and repayment of shareholder loans. Foxtel will retain its brand identity under DAZN, as the new parent aims to…

United Football League signed a global media rights deal with DAZN for the 2025 season, expanding its reach to over 200 international markets. The deal excludes the U.S., China, and select countries but makes all games available for free on…

LIV Golf has signed a global media deal with DAZN, making its events available for free in over 200 markets. The agreement includes exclusive broadcast rights in key countries like Canada, Germany, and Japan, alongside the launch of LIV Golf+,…

SURJ Sports Investment, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has acquired a minority stake in DAZN for a reported $1 billion. The deal includes the formation of DAZN MENA, a joint venture aimed at expanding sports broadcasting in…

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…

DAZN will acquire Australia’s Foxtel Group for $2.2 billion, strengthening its position in the Australian market and expanding its global reach. The deal, expected to close by mid-2025, leverages Foxtel’s 4.7 million subscribers and its successful transition to a digital…

Andrew Wamugi analyzes Apple's cautious approach to acquiring sports media rights, contrasting it with competitors like YouTube, Amazon, and Netflix, and questioning its commitment to live sports. Despite notable investments in Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball, Apple has…

DAZN and LTN have expanded their partnership to deliver 11 low-latency live streaming channels to betting locations and Amazon Prime Video in Germany. Using LTN’s automated playout and multicast IP network, DAZN enhances its coverage with a pop-up channel for…

FIFA finalized a $1 billion deal with DAZN to stream the 2025 Club World Cup for free, after failed talks with Apple TV. The tournament, featuring 32 teams including Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, has faced challenges with broadcaster interest, player…