Business

Edgar Bronfman Jr. withdrew his $6 billion bid for Paramount, clearing the way for Skydance Media to complete an $8 billion merger deal with the media company. Bronfman’s bid faced significant financial scrutiny and tight deadlines, which ultimately led to…

Kirby dives into Chick-fil-A's unexpected entry into the streaming space, marking a bold move for a quick-service restaurant brand. The company is set to produce original, family-friendly, unscripted content, leveraging partnerships with established production companies like Glassman Media. This venture…

The court's decision to block Venu Sports highlights antitrust concerns and the need for competitive diversity in sports streaming. This ruling may lead to broader scrutiny of bundling practices, delaying Venu's launch but preserving market competition. The case could reshape…

Legal battles in the streaming industry, including Dolby's lawsuit against Roku and Fubo's antitrust case against Venu Sports, highlight the intense competition and high stakes in the market. These challenges may set new standards and influence future business practices. Warner…

Origin's Fred Godfrey highlights the evolving landscape of Connected TV (CTV) advertising, with ad spend projected to surpass $30 billion in 2024. This growth presents challenges such as maintaining viewer attention, combating ad fatigue, and enhancing ad relevance. Innovative solutions…

The NBA's new 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal with Amazon, NBCUniversal, and Disney reflects the growing dominance of streaming platforms in sports broadcasting. This shift signifies Amazon's commitment to expanding its sports content and NBCUniversal’s strategy to drive Peacock's…

Kirby Grines explores why Walmart should consider acquiring Redbox from Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, which is currently facing bankruptcy. Redbox's strong presence in middle America and its DVD rental kiosks would complement Walmart's retail network and enhance its…

The Streaming Wars, a new platform for media and entertainment professionals founded by Kirby Grines, has launched its website, centralizing curated news, insights, and analysis. Initially conceptualized as an internal tool by Grines during his tenure at Float Left and…

Paramount Global and Skydance Media have finalized a $28 billion merger, with David Ellison taking over as CEO. Ellison aims to transform Paramount into a tech-driven powerhouse by enhancing Paramount+'s technology and using AI for operations. The merger faces industry…

Tubi, owned by Fox, has become the fifth largest streaming company in the U.S. by minutes watched, surpassing major competitors like Max and Paramount+. This growth is fueled by the rising trend in free ad-supported streaming, with Tubi seeing its…