Versant
Versant is the brand name for a spin-off company that incorporates Comcast’s cable networks — MS NOW, CNBC, E!, SyFy, USA Network and Golf Channel (but not Bravo) — and certain digital properties like Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes. In January 2026, Versant also acquired Free TV Networks, a multicast operator founded by Jonathan Katz.
Versant is headquartered in New York City. The CEO of Versant is Mark Lazarus.
Versant hires Amrei Wolfschuetz to oversee content partnerships
Wolfschuetz was hired by Versant to the role of Vice President of Sales and Partnerships last month.
Report: MLB games could shift from ESPN to NBC
NBC and Versant have approached Major League Baseball about taking over ESPN's package of Sunday evening games.
NBC Universal to continue selling ads for Versant
The partnership suggests Comcast's cable networks split isn't a clean cut, but a slow transition.
Comcast spin-off “SpinCo” to be permanently named Versant
The new company will include nearly all of Comcast's cable TV networks and digital properties.
Peacock discussing content licensing with SpinCo, subscribers grow during Q1
Comcast is working through licensing terms that keeps programming from some of its cable networks on Peacock once they are spun off later this year.
David Novak to serve as Chairman of “SpinCo”
Comcast has picked David Novak to serve as the Chairman of the Board for the future company that will consist of the cable giant's national pay television networks, currently dubbed "SpinCo."
MSNBC hires Scott Matthews to lead news, will hire 100 journalists
The channel is in the middle of editorial and business-related changes, and is readying a move out of its 30 Rockefeller Center studios.
CNBC plans standalone streaming channel in 2025
CNBC is planning to launch a standalone streaming channel early next year, with enhanced market data and real-time headlines, starting at $15 per month.
Comcast expected to announce spin-off of cable networks
Comcast is moving forward with a plan to separate its cable networks into a standalone business.