Archive snapshot · Media
Sat, Oct 17, 8:02 PM ET
Netflix replaces Bela Bajaria with former Disney exec Peter Rice as chief content officer
The leadership change comes as Netflix contends with layoffs and engagement questions ahead of quarterly results.
TheDesk.net · +12 outlets
Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger draws democracy and competition concerns
The combination would create a major studio consolidation event reshaping Hollywood's competitive landscape.
Fast Company · +14 outlets
TikTok permanently suspends the account for Alex Gibney's 'Musk' film, distributor appeals
The suspension came as the documentary expanded to nearly 500 screens, raising questions about platform suppression of critical films.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Street Fighter tops box office with $31M as Elizabeth Holmes doc 'You Can See Everything' sets doc record
The weekend marked a strong October frame for new releases, with Whalefall opening far below expectations.
Thewrap · +4 outlets
Trump signs order waiving Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham
The move drew bipartisan criticism and prompted Zelensky to appeal to Americans over pressure on Russia.
Mediaite · +13 outlets
Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary after five days
Her ouster followed a widely criticized Hannity interview, with reports describing an internal setup.
Mediaite · +14 outlets
Disney pays $60M to hire 66 Character.AI staffers
The licensing-style hire points to Disney's push into AI while Character.AI faces bankruptcy and lawsuits.
Business Insider · +2 outlets
Disney strikes company-wide creative deal with YouTube group Dude Perfect
The partnership brings the creator collective to Disney+ as the company leans into digital-first talent.
Forbes · +8 outlets
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers
The former Disney CEO joins an ownership group for the NBA franchise, with a GMA interview planned.
WDW News Today · +13 outlets
Cumulus Media exits Chapter 11, eliminating $550M in debt
The radio broadcaster completed its financial restructuring and says it is poised for growth.
citybiz · +3 outlets
Reach and CNN sign Google AI news deals as USA Today Co sues OpenAI
Publishers continue to split between licensing agreements and litigation over AI content use.
Pressgazette · +12 outlets
CNN launches website paywall bundled with streaming in UK and Canada
CNN is testing a combined web, live and on-demand subscription model outside the US.
Pressgazette · +4 outlets
Guardian and Sun back ban on deceptive AI bots as editors urge PM support
News leaders are pressing for AI transparency legislation to curb impersonation and misinformation.
Pressgazette · +1 outlets
Netflix lays off staff and ousts an executive as it seeks to reframe its narrative
The New York Times reports the streamer is taking significant steps to address engagement issues.
The New York Times · +1 outlets
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Archewell Productions hit with layoffs
The couple is scaling back their Hollywood production business amid a broader cost-cutting climate.
yahoo · +11 outlets
Fox-Roku deal seen driving revenue and cost synergies, analysts upgrade Fox
Analysts say the partnership fundamentally changes Fox's streaming position.
Yahoo Finance · +14 outlets
Avenue Capital emerges as frontrunner for stake in Serie A media rights venture
The investment would inject capital into Italian top-flight soccer's media rights business.
Reuters
Israeli ad company secretly aided spyware delivery, report finds
The findings add to scrutiny of the commercial ad and surveillance supply chain.
SC Media · +1 outlets

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