The potential merger between film studios Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance has been a major topic of discussion in Hollywood for months. Paramount reportedly secured Warner Bros. after an auction battle with Netflix.
Senate Democrats are urging the FCC Chair to closely examine potential "unprecedented influence" from foreign government investors in the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount. Concerns have been raised regarding the foreign investment in the transaction.
S&P Global Ratings indicated that Paramount's credit rating, already in junk status, could be further downgraded if its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery proceeds, citing major ongoing uncertainties.
Soros Fund Management disclosed new stakes in companies like Talkspace and increased holdings in Nvidia and Warner Bros. Discovery during the first quarter. Separately, Michael Burry's Scion Asset Management revealed new investments in a pharma giant and an oil stock.
Charter Communications has announced that subscribers to its higher-end Spectrum TV plans will now receive access to Warner Bros. Discovery’s Discovery+ at no extra charge, alongside HBO Max.
The Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation commenced with a tribute to Ted Turner, delivered by Anderson Cooper. The event also included discussions about CNN's international access plans and the launch of a new weather app.
An opinion piece criticizes CNN's transformation from Ted Turner's vision of 'world peace through hard news' to 'dumbed down' infotainment, arguing that Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders are now funding this decline.
HBO Max surpassed internal subscriber forecasts in Q1, reaching over 140 million subscribers. Warner Bros. Discovery now anticipates the streaming service will hit 150 million subscribers by the end of the year, partly due to international growth.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has stated that HBO Max is "probably" the company's "most important asset." His comments underscore the streaming service's strategic significance within the media conglomerate.
An FCC Commissioner has called for a rigorous review of foreign ownership investment in Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing the disclosed 49.5% total foreign ownership of the combined company.
A group of consumers has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Paramount, seeking to halt its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, citing concerns over 'viewpoint diversity'.
MasterChef Asia is making a comeback after a ten-year hiatus, with Warner Bros. Discovery and CreAsia Studio producing a new 10-episode series in Macao.
Leaders in the documentary film community, including Marjan Safinia and Lois Vossen, have voiced strong opposition to the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing potential negative impacts on the industry. An open letter has been circulated to protest the deal.
Paramount is seeking approval from the FCC for its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, which would result in nearly 50% foreign ownership, including substantial investment from Middle Eastern funds. This approval is crucial for the completion of the major media deal.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approved the Paramount deal but rejected a proposal regarding CEO David Zaslav's $800 million compensation package.
Hollywood is debating David Zaslav's legacy and potential departure from Warner Bros. Discovery as Paramount Skydance reportedly moves closer to acquiring the company. The potential $500 million exit is a key point of discussion.
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings has announced he is stepping down as CEO after 25 years, transitioning to Executive Chairman. His departure comes as the company faces challenges and its stock reacts to recent earnings and guidance.
Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) continues to invite Paramount CEO David Ellison to testify on the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, following a hearing that raised concerns about potential layoffs, reduced diversity, and political influence.
Warner Bros. Discovery has expanded its partnership in India, making JioHotstar the exclusive home for HBO Max content, including 'Euphoria' Season 3, consolidating various HBO, Max Originals, and Warner Bros. titles.
The popular comedy-entertainment format 'Taskmaster' is expanding its international reach with a new local version greenlit by Polish broadcaster TVN. Warner Bros. Discovery-owned TVN will produce the show with Avalon and Constantin.
Proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis has recommended that Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve the proposed deal with Paramount Global. This recommendation comes amidst ongoing discussions regarding the potential merger.
Paramount Skydance has completed transactions to restructure the debt financing for its proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, as disclosed in an SEC filing.
Paramount Skydance (PSKY) shares experienced a significant surge after investment funds committed billions of dollars towards a potential buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Paramount has confirmed that sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia (PIF), Abu Dhabi (L'Imad), and Qatar are providing financial backing for its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Cinema United, representing movie theater owners, has escalated its opposition to the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger by appealing to Attorneys General Associations, citing concerns for 'Main Street America'.
The board of Warner Bros. Discovery has called a general meeting for shareholders to vote on a proposed acquisition, with the board unanimously recommending approval.
A guest column in Deadline urges anti-trust regulators to reject the proposed link-up between Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, and Skydance, citing concerns over market concentration.
Up-and-coming CNN personality Rahel Solomon, who anchored one of the network's early morning programs, has announced her decision to leave the Warner Bros. Discovery-backed outlet.
ABC and Warner Bros. Discovery are in meltdown, as a tidal wave of ripple effects from the cancellation of "The Bachelorette" is already being realized. Sources with direct knowledge tell us ...
A new lawsuit alleges Donald Trump told Oracle founder Larry Ellison he could secure Warner Bros. Discovery for Paramount Skydance over Netflix. Paramount Global has dismissed the claims as baseless.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav stands to gain significantly, potentially becoming a billionaire, from the company's sale to Paramount, highlighting the substantial executive benefits from the deal.
While David Zaslav has stolen most of the headlines for his personal financial gains from the Warner Bros. Discovery-Paramount merger, several other rich payouts are in the offing. The same SEC filing that laid out Zaslav’s expected $886.8 million in merger-related compensation Monday also included some eye-popping figures for other principals. Most of the loot […]
Paramount CEO David Ellison ventured onto the Warner Bros lot on Tuesday for a meeting with top execs at Warner Bros. Discovery, addressing the troops at a delicate time.
Option traders are showing a moderately bearish sentiment towards Warner Bros. Discovery, as the company's shares experienced a slight decline of 0.55%.
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison, having acquired Warner Bros. Discovery, now faces the challenge of proving Paramount can compete with Netflix in the streaming landscape.
A report suggests that Netflix's aggressive attempt to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery was derailed last week, with a 'tampon incident' in a Netflix men's room cited as a contributing factor.
Netflix CFO Spencer Neumann said the company has plenty of room for growth even though it decided not to stay in the running to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery.
Warner Bros. Discovery chief executive David Zaslav is selling stock worth north of $114 million, according to an SEC filing Tuesday, with the company’s sale to Paramount pending and the cash…
Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery is not just a Hollywood deal. Powered by $24 billion from sovereign wealth funds in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi, the proposed merger is sparking debate over soft power, influence and media independence at a company that includes CNN and HBO. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment […]
Paramount executives stressed today that once merged with Warner Bros. Discovery, the company combined has no plans to unload any legacy cable networks. CEO David Ellison and COO and Chief Strategy Officer Andy Gordon were asked about that several times by analysts on a call. They have spoken frequently already about the logic of […]
CNN employees are reportedly in 'naked panic' over the potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Trump allies from the Ellison family, fearing the implications for the news channel hated by the US President.
Paramount executives tried to reassure regarding the extent of layoffs anticipated as it seeks $6 billion-plus in synergies within three years of closing its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount announced plans to combine its streaming service Paramount+ with HBO Max into a single platform, following the completion of its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos discussed the reasons for withdrawing from the bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, stating that President Trump remained neutral throughout the process despite narratives of political resistance.
US media and entertainment company Paramount Skydance announced its intention to acquire fellow media giant Warner Bros. Discovery, signaling a major consolidation in the entertainment industry.
Netflix's potential $83 billion deal with Warner Bros. Discovery has fallen through, leading to grim faces among Warner employees who now face major cuts under Paramount.
It should come as no surprise that the Writers Guild of America is not pleased about the latest development in the Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition saga. After the news broke Thursday that Paramount had outbid Netflix for the legacy studio, the WGA East and West weighed in via a joint statement on Friday, once again […]
Netflix had the legal right to match the PSKY offer. As you all know, they ultimately decided not to do that. That then resulted in a signed agreement with PSKY as of this morning, says Bruce Campbell, Warner Bros’ chief revenue and strategy officer
Not long ago, Mr. Zaslav was widely criticized for his management of Warner Bros. Discovery. He overcame the doubters, cementing a blockbuster sale to Paramount.
Democratic senators are pressing the FCC to conduct a thorough review of the proposed $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance, citing national security concerns over foreign investors, including Middle Eastern wealth funds.
Warner Bros. Discovery is expanding its presence in the Balkans with a new two-part pilot project, 'Made in Bulgaria,' on Discovery Channel, following the success of similar regional formats in Hungary and Romania. The series will showcase the creation of iconic Bulgarian products.
The latest spinoff in the 'Adventure Time' animated franchise, 'Adventure Time: Side Quests', will stream on Disney+ and Hulu in the U.S. starting June 2, marking its first release outside the Warner Bros. Discovery ecosystem.
Paramount's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to create complications for its SkyShowtime partnership with Comcast, particularly concerning Paramount's potential ownership of HBO Max.
This podcast episode from "Daily Variety" breaks down the latest from Upfronts week, covering Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix, and YouTube, and also delves into the music creation for 'Heated Rivalry'.
Warner Bros. Discovery hosted its annual upfronts presentation, featuring a tribute to Ted Turner and previews of upcoming projects like 'Minecraft Movie 2' and 'Harry Potter' content.
Paramount and Skydance are defending their proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery against concerns raised by figures like Tom Steyer and congressmen regarding its potential impact on media and competition. The companies argue the combined entity is necessary to compete with larger streaming services and will boost theatrical distribution.
Global stock markets showed mixed performance as oil prices continued to fall, driven by hopes of a potential US-Iran peace deal. This market movement occurred alongside other significant business news, including UniCredit's sale of parts of its Russian business.
A report on media CEO pay for 2025 highlights how figures like David Zaslav, Bob Iger, and Ted Sarandos earned substantial amounts while Hollywood faced challenges, with Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders rejecting a proposed sale to Paramount.
Despite a reported fall in Warner Bros. Discovery's revenue in 2025, CEO David Zaslav's compensation reportedly tripled, drawing attention to executive pay practices.
DC Studios and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially announced the release date for the 'Lanterns' TV show, which is set to premiere on HBO this fall as part of the DCU.
Paramount is reportedly seeking approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to allow for increased foreign ownership in its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have approved an $81 billion sale of the company to Paramount, bringing the long-running takeover saga closer to completion, which could see HBO Max, Harry Potter, and CNN come under Paramount's ownership.
Netflix is reportedly considering acquiring the 'Seinfeld' studio lot at a deep discount, following its decision to drop a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Warner Bros. Discovery has officially announced the filming location for the highly anticipated fourth season of the popular series 'The White Lotus'. The announcement generates excitement among fans and industry observers.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos indicated that the company, traditionally a builder rather than a buyer, has developed its "M&A muscle" during its pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery assets, signaling a potential shift in its acquisition strategy.
Actor Mark Ruffalo testified at a Senate hearing, warning of "devastating" effects on film, TV, and media if the Paramount Skydance takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery proceeds, joining over 2,000 Hollywood signatories.
Hollywood stars and industry executives are increasingly protesting the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, with an open letter signed by thousands. A hearing is planned where David Ellison is invited to testify, addressing concerns about market concentration.
Prominent Hollywood figures are reportedly uniting against Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Their opposition signals potential concerns within the industry regarding the consolidation of major studios.
Does David Zaslav deserve to receive more than half a billion dollars in connection with the sale of Warner Bros. Discovery to David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance?
Leading proxy advisory firm ISS recommended Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders support the company’s sale to Paramount Skydance but advised against CEO David Zaslav’s potential $886 million merger-related golden parachute.
Paramount's stock saw an 11% jump after confirmation of a $24 billion investment from Middle East funds in a potential Warner Bros. Discovery takeover.
Sovereign wealth funds from the Middle East are reportedly providing financial backing for Paramount's proposed takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Paramount Skydance, led by David Ellison, has reportedly secured nearly $24 billion in commitments from sovereign wealth funds in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi. This funding is intended to back its potential takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Fox’s ad-supported streamer Tubi has significantly boosted its Canadian on-demand library by acquiring more than 600 movies and TV shows from major content providers including Disney, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Six productions from TVN Warner Bros. Discovery and its journalists, including Piotr Jacoń and Monika Olejnik, received awards at the 20th International FilmAT Festival.
Warner Bros. Discovery has scheduled a special shareholder meeting for April 23 to vote on the proposed sale to David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance, a critical step in the acquisition process, with the sale moving full steam ahead.
CNN contributor Kara Swisher has publicly stated she will leave the network if Paramount owner David Ellison and his billionaire father Larry Ellison succeed in their bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery.
After months of negotiations, Paramount has reportedly finalized a deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery and HBO for a staggering $111 billion, a move that has garnered significant attention.
David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance has claimed it has “confidence in the speed and certainty of its regulatory pathway” in closing the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery in a $111 billion deal.
Citi analysts suggest Netflix is in a stronger position to raise subscription prices following the collapse of its potential Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, freeing it from M&A and regulatory scrutiny. This development opens new opportunities for the streaming platform's stock, according to Citi.
An analysis examines whether Warner Bros. Discovery's stock is currently outperforming the Dow Jones Industrial Average, providing insights into its market position.
WBD also disclosed a potential payout David Zaslav of $887 million, though the actual number could be lower or higher, depending on if Paramount pays a ticking fee, or if a tax reimbursement is lower.
Netflix's stock price has seen a dramatic reversal and become a market winner following management's decision to abandon its proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
Amazon MGM Studios has hired Buddy Marini to serve as its top executive in Japan, effective March 6. Based in Tokyo, he will drive the slate of local originals spanning film, TV series and anime, build out the studio’s network of creators and production partners, and work with global teams to bring Japanese stories to […]
A key ally of Paramount has advocated for using financing from a Saudi sovereign wealth fund to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, citing a changing global landscape.
In a convenient bit of timing, the first premiere hosted by Warner Bros. Discovery since the jolt of its pending acquisition by Paramount was a comedy. Rooster is not just a comedy, but one with broad-audience potential, co-created by Bill Lawrence of Ted Lasso and Scrubs fame. The Warner Bros-produced show’s debut Sunday on HBO […]
David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, filed to sell just over $114 million worth of stock in the company. His planned sale of the shares comes less than a week after WBD clinched a deal to sell itself to Paramount Skydance for $31 per share, after Netflix walked away from its deal […]
“Frankenstein” producer Scott Stuber has spent the last lap of award season fielding questions from industry insiders about his thoughts on the future of Warner Bros.
Paramount CEO David Ellison says the company’s pending merger with Warner Bros. Discovery will give it the scale it needs to compete with Netflix. “We will combine the streaming portfolios of the two companies into one stronger platform over the coming years,” Ellison told Wall Street analysts Monday on a conference call to discuss the […]
Paramount President Jeff Shell, a key member of the management team during the company’s pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery, did not join Monday’s conference call to discuss the merger.
The proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to undergo close examination by global regulators due to potential competition issues.
Paramount and Warner Bros. are officially becoming one ... a historic merger -- and a huge Hollywood twist after Netflix bowed out yesterday of the race as the finish line was in sight.
It’s official. For real this time. Warner Bros. Discovery is selling itself to Paramount for $31 a share in cash in a deal worth $110 billion. The companies unveiled their formal agreement on Friday.
Warner Bros. Discovery zgodził się na przejęcie przez Paramount Skydance w ramach transakcji opiewającej na 110 miliardów dolarów. Umowa została w piątek podpisana – dowiedziała się agencja Reutera.
The pic's promising start gives David Ellison's Paramount additional reason to celebrate after getting another chance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery after Netflix walked away.
We’re coming to the end of another whirlwind week in international film and TV, Insiders, and that’s not just because Paramount has won the battle for Warner Bros. Discovery.
JPMorgan has increased its loan to Warner Bros. Discovery to $10 billion, reportedly in anticipation of a potential merger with Paramount Global. This significant financial backing signals progress towards a major media consolidation.
Bankers are reportedly preparing a $49 billion debt sale for Paramount Global, intended to finance its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. This move signals a significant financial maneuver in the media industry.
Berkshire Hathaway's latest filings for the first quarter reveal significant changes in its investment portfolio, including tripling its stake in Alphabet and making new investments in Delta and Macy's. The company also divested from several holdings, such as Amazon, UnitedHealth, Visa, Mastercard, and $8 billion in Chevron shares.
Lawmakers from the U.S. and EU have expressed concerns and pledged European scrutiny over Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing potential impacts on competition.
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to premiere nearly 98 new shows across its cable networks this year, featuring stars like Terry Crews, Ken Jeong, Leslie Jones, Shaquille O’Neal, and Ben Affleck.
José María Caro, HBO Max's Spanish local originals chief, is stepping down after a review at the Warner Bros. Discovery streamer, with both parties mutually agreeing to part ways.
Important points from Warner Bros. Discovery's first-quarter earnings call have been summarized, detailing the company's financial results and strategic updates.
Several companies, including ATN International, EVERTEC, Montrose Environmental, Phibro Animal, UGI, and TKO, have released their latest quarterly financial results. While some companies reported earnings that beat analyst expectations, others missed revenue or EPS forecasts.
Disney's stock has seen an 8% increase today, prompting comparisons to other streaming stocks like Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery to assess its market performance.
Subscribers of Paramount+ have initiated a lawsuit concerning the potential merger between Paramount+ and Warner Bros. Discovery, raising legal challenges against the proposed media consolidation.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav's compensation package for 2025 has more than tripled, reaching a staggering $165 million. This significant increase is primarily attributed to option awards initially tied to the company's planned split.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have approved a proposed $111 billion merger with Paramount and Skydance Media, though the deal still faces regulatory review. This approval occurred despite significant opposition to CEO David Zaslav's associated payout.
A flurry of protests, including a video from Sen. Cory Booker and a WGA press conference, have emerged as Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders prepare to vote on a potential merger with Paramount.
Warner Bros. Discovery is partnering with Fever to launch "DroneArt" live drone shows across the world, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the "Harry Potter" franchise.
Investor Ross Gerber voiced strong criticism against a $24 billion Saudi-funded initiative in Hollywood and questioned the potential megamergers involving Paramount/Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Reed Hastings, co-founder of Netflix, is stepping down from his role as chairman after 29 years with the company. His departure marks a significant leadership change for the streaming giant, with some reports noting a drop in stock value following the announcement.
A major deal involving Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly facing a hostile rewrite. Details suggest significant challenges or changes to the original terms of the blockbuster agreement.
Thousands of Hollywood figures have signed an open letter opposing the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, while the Federal Communications Commission is expected to play a limited role in the deal's regulatory review.
An independent advisory firm, Glass Lewis, has recommended that Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders vote in favor of the potential acquisition by Paramount. The extraordinary general meeting for the vote is approaching.
Warner Bros. Discovery's sports division has partnered with DAZN to launch a monthly boxing showcase on TNT, marking its regular return to the boxing ring.
Ryan Gould, President of U.S. ad sales for Warner Bros. Discovery, has been named chairman of OpenAP, a consortium focused on interoperable digital ad-buying practices.
Paramount Skydance has secured $24 billion in commitments from Gulf funds, increasing its offering of Class B shares, to support its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. This funding strengthens its position in the acquisition attempt.
Shaquille O’Neal, in partnership with Authentic Brands Group and Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT Sports, is launching 'Dunkman,' the first professional dunk league.
The UK government is attempting to attract AI startup Anthropic to expand its presence in Britain, capitalizing on the company's conflict with the US Department of Defense. Separately, Paramount is reportedly seeking support from Gulf countries for its acquisition of Warner.
Exclusive reports indicate that Gulf funds have agreed to support Paramount's proposed $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially reshaping the media landscape.
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and CEO David Zaslav have successfully defeated a securities fraud lawsuit concerning the company's failed renewal of its NBA broadcasting rights.
Warner Bros. Discovery has scheduled a special shareholder meeting for April 23 to vote on the proposed sale to David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance, a critical step in the acquisition process, with Eva Longoria expressing fears over the potential impact of the merger on jobs and diversity.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has ordered an analysis of the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, including its impact on the entertainment industry workforce. HBO's Casey Bloys has also commented on the pivotal moment in entertainment history, acknowledging the ongoing developments with the merger.
A group of Democratic senators has called for a full and independent FCC review of the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, citing concerns over foreign ownership and investment. The $111 billion deal now faces challenges regarding its feasibility and potential for completion.
Taylor Frankie Paul's ill-fated season of "The Bachelorette" has pissed off some of the suitors to the point they're now considering a lawsuit. Sources with knowledge tell us ...
Netflix narrowly missed out on buying Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and now new data has shone a light on the impact this could have on its kids content offering.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle will be among those testifying at a hearing led by Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) on Friday, touching on Paramount’s proposed merger with Warner Bros.
Netflix has transitioned from an M&A loser to a market winner, with its stock price benefiting significantly from the decision to not pursue a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, demonstrating strong independent performance and becoming a growth stock once again.
The Her Universe Fashion Show is teaming up with Warner Bros. Discovery at this year’s San Diego Comic Con for a DCU superhero and villain-inspired runway.
The potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance has created uncertainty regarding the future of HBO content on Canadian streaming service Crave.
Less than a week after dropping out of the bidding for Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix has made a smaller but intriguing acquisition of an AI firm founded by Ben Affleck.
A potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to significantly impact the streaming industry, creating a combined entity that would rival Disney and Amazon, though still trailing Netflix and YouTube.
On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety’s Michael Schneider examines the questions swirling around HBO as the storied brand braces for Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Like the rest of the town last week, the shock news of Paramount Skydance’s 11th hour successful acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery stung deep at HBO. According to at least one insider, when word came down on Thursday that Netflix had ended its pursuit of the company, HBO chairman and CEO Casey Bloys walked out […]
Following the closure of the Warner Bros. Discovery deal, Paramount+ and HBO Max are slated to merge into a single streaming service, consolidating their content offerings.
Paramount Skydance plans to merge Paramount+ and HBO Max into one streaming platform, after the completion of the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos visited the White House on Thursday, and shortly after announced his company was no longer going to try to buy much of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount Skydance plans to combine Paramount+ and HBO Max into one streaming service, upon the completion of the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount has successfully outbid Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $111 billion, a move that is expected to significantly reshape the film industry.
Mary Walsh joined the news network in September 1982, with her departure arriving a day after Netflix backed out of the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, that was ultimately won by Paramount.
Trade org Cinema United will ask Capitol Hill lawmakers, the Justice Department and states to stop further consolidation of the contracting movie industry by blocking David Ellison's bold bid.
Things in media M&A land continue to move fast with Netflix revealing this afternoon that it is $2.8 billion richer after receiving the fresh cash from Paramount. The David Ellison company’s Superior Proposal for Warner Bros. Discovery, which was accepted by the WBD board, included paying out the termination fee if WBD walked away from […]
Paramount Skydance kupuje Warner Bros. Discovery za 110 miliárd dolárov. Vzniká mediálny gigant, ktorý má ambíciu postaviť sa Netflixu na všetkých frontoch.
California attorney general says, not so fast to Paramount Warner Bros. merger
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California's attorney general is investigating Paramount's Warner Bros. merger, citing antitrust issues.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the merger had not "cleared regulatory scrutiny."
Netflix walked away from its bid for Warner Bros. on Thursday.
Netflix dropped its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing a path for Paramount Skydance. But Californ...
Paramount is reportedly acquiring Warner Bros for $111 billion after Netflix withdrew from the bidding. The potential takeover has raised concerns due to the possible future owners' ties to former US President Donald Trump, which could lead to changes at CNN.