Paramount CEO David Ellison is at the final hurdle before buying WBD. So far, he can't clear it
David Ellison — the founder of a film production company and son of billionaire Larry Ellison — has been at...
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Main Street Sports sues Comcast, Charter for underpaid licensing fees
A detailed view of a hand holding a Fanduel Sports Network branded microphone during an interview after the Detroit Pistons...
California AG Rob Bonta cancels Paramount settlement meeting, citing 'lack of good faith'
Paramount sign outside their offices at 1515 Broadway in New York City, U.S., Feb. 17, 2026.Adam Gray | ReutersCalifornia Attorney...
A media M&A chill: The Paramount-WBD antitrust challenge may hold up more deals than one
Long-awaited media M&A appeared to be finally getting off the ground in recent months. But the delay of Paramount Skydance's...
Paramount, California AG office reportedly plan to meet Monday to discuss settling WBD lawsuit
Paramount Skydance representatives are reportedly meeting on Monday with the California attorney general's office to discuss a path to a...
California AG tells CNBC that settling Paramount-WBD lawsuit would require 'robust structural remedies'
California Attorney General Rob Bonta told CNBC's David Faber on Thursday that the group of states suing to block Paramount...
OpenAI 'will be a public company in 2027' or sooner, CFO Friar tells employees
Sarah Friar, CFO of OpenAI, appears on CNBC's Squawk Box on Aug. 20, 2025.CNBCOpenAI CFO Sarah Friar told employees during...
Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC
U.S. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr speaks during a press conference, following an open meeting of the FCC,...
Lakers governor Jeanie Buss says siblings cannot sell family’s stake to Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner
Minority owner Jeanie Buss of the Los Angeles Lakers and her husband, Jay Mohr, prior a first round NBA playoffs...
Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from state AGs to cover costs of WBD merger delay
The Paramount Pictures logo is displayed on a water tower in Los Angeles, California, on August 6, 2026. Michael Yanow...
What will TV look like in three years? Media insiders share their predictions
The television industry is in flux.Deals, spinouts and partnerships are all reshaping the landscape for traditional TV. While the industry...
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro tells CNBC parks were 'big surprise' in last quarter, company has 'clarity' and 'stability'
Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, speaks during the grand opening ceremony of Shanghai Disney Resort's Zootopia-themed land on December...
Bill Ackman buys Netflix again four years after exit, says it has won the streaming wars
Bill Ackman is betting on Netflix again, returning to a stock he abruptly exited about four years ago after a...
Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner buy Los Angeles Lakers at a $12.5 billion valuation, source says
Joshua Kushner, founder of Thrive Capital (L), and Bob Iger during the Allen & Co. Media and Technology Conference in...
Fox advertising, streaming service Tubi get boost from World Cup
Ferran Torres of Spain celebrates scoring during the World Cup Final against Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New...
Fox won't renegotiate NFL media rights before current deal expires, CEO Lachlan Murdoch says
A Fox Sports camera during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Jacksonville Jaguars on December 18, 2022 at...
Warner Bros. Discovery reports 10% jump in streaming revenue ahead of proposed Paramount combination
Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday said it saw record-breaking revenue growth in its streaming segment, anchored by HBO Max, ahead...
Versant shares surge 10% after company raises 2026 outlook on platforms, advertising momentum
Versant Media Group raised its full-year guidance on Thursday, boosted by momentum in its digital brands like Fandango and GolfNow,...
Disney weighs free, ad-supported streaming, says it has sold out Super Bowl ad spots
Rita Ferro, Disney's president of global advertising, at Disney Upfront 2026.Courtesy: Disney Co.Disney could soon make a bigger play into...
Here's what to expect when Disney reports earnings before the bell
Merchandise is displayed on a shelf at the Times Square Disney store on May 6, 2026 in New York City....
