Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company ($DIS) is an American mass media conglomerate that owns broadcast television, cable television and radio networks; theme parks, movie studios and the Disney+ streaming app. Its properties include ABC, 21st Century Fox, FX and Disney Plus. It co-owns cable sports channel ESPN with Hearst Communications.
FCC Chairman Carr threatens to block deals over DEI initiatives
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr on Friday indicated the agency may block mergers and other transactions if companies continue to practice DEI initiatives.
ABC affiliation moving from WPLG to WSVN in Miami market
WPLG will stop offering ABC network programming in the Miami market in early August, at which point the network's affiliation will move to WSVN.
Disney Plus adds 24-hour “The Simpsons” streaming channel
700-plus episodes from the show's 35-season run are available to stream through the marathon channel.
NBA viewership increases on ABC during 2024-2025 season
ABC said its telecast of National Basketball Association (NBA) games have drawn more viewership this season compared to last year.
Parks: Most fans keep sports streaming subscriptions active during off-season
As more sports moves to streaming, fans are growing comfortable — and satisfied — with the available options to watch their favorite teams.
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Stephen A. Smith works himself into $100 million ESPN contract
The newspaper columnist-turned-sports media analyst will continue to appear on Disney's sports channel — and many other places.
Hub: Streaming surpasses cable as sports platform of choice
More sports fans say they're willing to buy an SVOD service to watch live games, displacing broadcast and cable networks in Hub's annual report.
Disney laying off workers at ABC News, cable networks
The job cuts affect around 200 workers, and adds to Disney's body count since it began laying off workers two years ago.
A+E Networks rebrands to A+E Global Media
The change is intended to spotlight the company's multi-platform distribution efforts.
Disney gets creative in counting Oscars ceremony audience
Disney has gotten creative in claiming a year-over lift in Oscars viewership by counting those who watched some of the awards ceremony on their phones, tablets and PCs.
Oscars viewership down, despite availability on Hulu
The streaming platform suffered from technical issues that prevented streamers from watching the telecast.
Fubo readying cheaper “Sports & Broadcasting” package
The plan is expected to cost between $20 and $30 less than Fubo's current base programming package, and include access to major broadcast and sports-inclusive networks.