Comcast’s Sky in Talks to Acquire U.K. TV Giant ITV’s Media Unit in Deal Valuing It at $2.1 Billion
The ITV Studios production arm would not be part of the possible transaction. Source: Comcast’s Sky in Talks to Acquire ITV Media Unit
Warner Bros. Is For Sale, Who’s Buying?
The battle for Warner Bros. Discovery is officially underway. Offers are being made. Banks have been hired. Who will wind up with the treasure trove of IP, HBO, and abundant cable TV cashflow? Will it sell as one piece? Or … Continued
TIFFCOM: Japan’s Anime Industry Expanded 15 Percent to $25 Billion in 2024
The record annual results for Japan’s booming anime industry were achieved even before the recent historic success of ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.’ Source: Japan’s Anime Industry Was Worth $25 Billion in 2024
David Zaslav Holds Court With Power Players As Warner Bros. Sale Looms
David Ellison, Ted Sarandos, Eddy Cue, Steven Spielberg and Jeffrey Katzenberg were all on hand to help celebrate Zaslav, at the same time that Warner Bros. Discovery hits the market. Source: David Zaslav Holds Court With Power Players As Warner … Continued
Disney Executives Rally Staff and Attack Google Over YouTube TV Fight
The Walt Disney Co. is rallying the troops as its TV channels go dark on YouTube TV, the streaming multichannel video provider. Disney Entertainment co-chairs Dana Walden and Alan Bergman and ESPN chief Jimmy Pitaro sent a note to staff … Continued