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DirecTV’s dispute with Disney feels different because it is different
For years, carriage disputes have centered around fees paid by cable and satellite companies to programmers. Now, distributors are redrawing the battle lines.
DirecTV exec accuses programmers of ‘posturing’ as Disney blackout looms
Exclusive: DirecTV's Chief Programming Officer Rob Thun said the development of Venu Sports proves broadcasters are ready to embrace genre-based channel bundles, and they should afford that opportunity to other distributors, too.
CNN to air interview with Kamala Harris, Tim Walz on Thursday
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will participate in a sit-down interview with CNN's Dana Bash on Thursday.
ESPN promotes two executives, warns of impending layoffs
ESPN has promoted two executives to more senior roles as part of a broader internal restructuring at the sports network.
Disney shutting down TV Everywhere apps for FX, Disney Channel, ABC
Customers are being pushed toward Hulu and Disney Plus for their on-demand TV needs.
Scripps working on Tablo device for broadband operators
Scripps is working on a version of its Tablo DVR that can support a pay TV package, with plans to distribute the device through broadband and cable operators.
Bronfman raises bid for Paramount, now offers $6 billion
The former Warner Music chairman has sweetened his offer for Paramount, which includes allowing non-voting shareholders to cash in their stock.
Peacock grabs 2.8 million subscribers during first week of Olympics
Peacock managed to grab around 3 million new subscribers during the first week of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, according to Antenna.
Olympics help increase total TV time in July, Nielsen says
Streaming accounted for more than 40 percent of all TV consumption for the first time since Nielsen began tracking that data.
Edgar Bronfman, Jr. submits bid for Paramount Global
After weeks of speculation, media executive Edgar Bronfman, Jr. has made his play for Paramount Global.
Judge blocks Venu Sports from launching after Fubo sues
A federal judge has approved Fubo's request for an injunction that blocks Venu Sports from debuting later this month.
Paramount to shut down namesake TV studio as cost cuts continue
Paramount Global will shut down its namesake television production studio and move projects to CBS Studios, which will result in an unspecified number of job losses.