T1 board reportedly weighs CEO change amid agency controversy T1 CEO succession on the cards. Dot Esports · Aug 25
California cancels talks over $110 billion Paramount-Warner deal, citing ‘bad faith’ California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled settlement talks with Paramount Skydance over its proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, accusing the company of leaking and misrepresenting confidential discussions. Paramount denied the allegation and said it remains ready to negotiate. The lawsuit remains a key obstacle to completing the… The Economic Times · Aug 25
Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon price rises in western Europe ‘highest in world’ World’s largest streaming services have also increased subscription costs repeatedly in US, research finds The Guardian - UK · Aug 24
Google upgrades Gemini for Home with better Spotify, lighting and broadcast controls – but people still aren’t happy Google’s latest Gemini for Home updates just made it easier to use your smart speaker T3 · Aug 24
Disney and ABC sue FCC, accuses it of running a ‘retaliatory campaign’ on behalf of Trump administratiom “We’re going to stand up to what we believe is journalistic integrity.” We Got This Covered · Aug 21
3 new Hulu shows you need to binge-watch this weekend (Aug. 21-23) —including a long-running sitcom about Philly degenerates Here are three new to Hulu shows that you need to add to your weekend watchlist right now. Tom’s Guide · Aug 21
Walmart turns to advertising as sales growth slows Walmart's advertising business, Walmart Connect, is experiencing rapid growth. This segment significantly supports profits as same-store sales growth moderates. Walmart Connect uses shopper data to help brands target consumers effectively. Artificial intelligence presents a new avenue for future advertising expansion. The company's acquisition of Vizio further broadens its advertising reach. The Economic Times · Aug 18
Paramount Demands Up to $1.9 Billion Bond From 12 States, WGA as Warner Bros. Deal Faces Costly Delays Paramount Skydance Corp. (NASDAQ:PSKY) has asked a federal judge to require California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 11 other state attorneys general challenging its Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) deal to post a $1.88 billion bond. Benzinga · Aug 18
YouTube View Counts Set to Climb From August 24 as Platform Retires Old Counting Rules YouTube updates its view count metrics to log views from the first frame, aligning with industry standards and aiding creators in understanding audience reach. International Business Times UK · Aug 17
3 new Hulu shows you need to binge-watch this weekend (Aug. 14-16) Here are three new to Hulu shows that you need to add to your weekend watchlist right now. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14
Disney Song Trick to Stop Meta Glasses Recording Sparks Outrage: 'Music Is More Protected Than Women' A viral trend suggests using Disney songs to disrupt recordings by Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, sparking debates on privacy, women's safety, and copyright enforcement's effectiveness over personal protection. International Business Times UK · Aug 12
Paramount CEO threatens to relocate California’s attorney general accused billionaire David Ellison of “blackmail” Salon · Aug 11
3 new Hulu shows you need to binge-watch this weekend (August 7-9) Here are three new to Hulu shows that you need to add to your weekend watchlist right now. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
Warner Bros. Discovery Says Disney Bundle Is Delivering: ‘Proof Is in the Data’ as Churn Falls, Subscriber Growth Improves Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. (NASDAQ:WBD) executives on Thursday said the streaming bundle with The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) is generating measurable benefits, helping reduce customer cancellations. Benzinga · Aug 7
Benzinga · Aug 6 Disney May Be Taking a Page Out of Tubi’s and Pluto TV Playbook: ‘We’re Exploring a Free Product For Consumers,’ Says Josh D'Amaro Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) is preparing to expand beyond its traditional subscription model by exploring a free, ad-supported streaming offering to reach more viewers while strengthening Disney+ and its advertising business.
Benzinga · Aug 5 Disney Sells A+E Stake to Hearst Amid Wall Street Calls to Focus on Core Businesses The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) is cashing out of A+E Global Media, agreeing to sell its 50% stake to media conglomerate Hearst for approximately $1.2 billion in cash as investors continue to debate Disney’s long-term media strategy
International Business Times UK · Aug 5 Snoop Dogg Threatens To Sue Spotify Over Alleged Underpayment After Receiving $45K for a Billion Streams Snoop Dogg has accused Spotify of paying only $45,000 for a billion streams, threatening legal action unless the platform explains its royalty calculations.
Benzinga · Aug 4 Disney Q3 Preview: Stock Priced for More Pain, But 'Doomsday' Is Coming (And That's A Good Thing) Media giant Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) looks to provide optimism for investors when the company reports third-quarter financial results Wednesday before the market opens.
The Guardian - US · Aug 4 David Ellison claims opposition to his mega-merger stems from potential CNN control With $111bn deal to acquire cable network’s parent company stalled in courts, Ellison courts public
MarketBeat · Aug 2 Netflix's Big Sell-Off May Be Sending the Wrong Signal Netflix shares hit a 52-week low despite record revenue, sliding over 10% post-earnings on growth concerns, but analysts remain bullish, citing a lower valuation and record buybacks.
The Economic Times · Jul 29 What's in a name? Publicis challenges India antitrust probe over brand-versus-entity jumble France's Publicis has filed a court challenge against India's antitrust regulator. The company argues the Competition Commission of India wrongly named its global brand. This dispute has effectively delayed the antitrust investigation into advertising rates and discounts. The broader case could reshape how advertising is priced and sold in India.…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 26 ‘I never thought I’d fall for a scam’: the fake Spotify emails that put you at risk of fraud Criminals send victims to a cloned site that collects login, personal and payment details
Tom’s Guide · Jul 25 New on Hulu and Disney+ in August 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch Our guide to all the new movies and TV shows coming to Hulu and Disney+ throughout August 2026, including our top three picks of the streamers' new releases.
The Economic Times · Jul 23 Disney layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut across ESPN, Pixar, other units Walt Disney Company has initiated significant workforce reductions across its various business units. Corporate teams, ESPN, and film studios are among the affected departments in this restructuring. National Geographic and Pixar experienced the most substantial job cuts within their respective divisions. This marks the third round of layoffs as the…
Tom’s Guide · Jul 16 3 new to Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (July 17-19) Hulu just added a ton of must-watch movies worth watching this weekend. Here are my top 3 picks.