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SuperLeague+ goes live
Rugby League Commercial (RLC) has launched its new global, direct-to-consumer streaming service, SuperLeague+. Powered by IMG sister company Endeavor Streaming, the service aims to drive the sport’s digital transformation, diversify its media strategy and reach new audiences worldwide. Launched in time for the 2024 Betfred Super League season, SuperLeague+ will stream all 167 matches from…
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WBD sees record digital audience for Australian Open
Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) Sports Europe has announced record breaking digital audiences for its coverage of the Australian Open following week one of the tournament – and has seen its biggest ever digital audience at the halfway stage. On discovery+, which provides exclusive streaming coverage of the tournament in ten markets in Europe, audiences grew…
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Former Chairman of MGM Worldwide Television Group, Mark Burnett, Joins Prairie Operating Co. Advisory Board
HOUSTON, TX, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prairie Operating Co. (Nasdaq: PROP; the “Company” or “Prairie”) today announced that Mark Burnett, former Chairman of MGM Worldwide Television Group, has joined its Advisory Board. Mr. Burnett is arguably one of the most successful and prolific figures in television programming history. Having shaped the landscape with…
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TF1 files France Télévisions state aid complaint
French commercial broadcaster TF1 group has filed a complaint with the European Commission for “illegal state aid” against PSB group France Télévisions. The abolition of the TV licence fee, to be replaced by the allocation of a portion of VAT, is at the heart of TF1’s argument, according to Le Figaro. “This change in financing…
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Thema America, SPI International LatAm distribution deal
Thema America, a Canal+ group company, has reached a strategic agreement with SPI International for representation and distribution of its channels in Latin America. The agreement is part of Canal+’s global expansion plans and comes as a result of the purchase and definitive acquisition of SPI International in 2023. The alliance will allow Thema America…
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Forecast: Content spend to grow 2% in 2024
In 2024, Ampere Analysis forecasts global content spend will increase by 2 per cent year-on-year, following a plateau in content investment growth in 2023. Last year was predicted to deliver comparable growth, but WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike action led to a two percentage point decline relative to original expectations. In 2024, broadcasters’ and streaming services’…
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Sony, Zee both sue for compensation
The Sony/Zee merger is dead but both parties say legal claims for compensation will be made. Sony is seeking a $90 million (€82.6m) termination fee over the collapsed deal, while Zee, in response, refuted the claims made by Sony and stressed its commitment to protecting stakeholders’ long-term interests. Zee is reported to be evaluating options…
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Spain finalises HD DTT migration
Spain is readying for the migration to HD for all its DTT TV channels on February 14th. From that date onwards, all DTT transmissions will have to be HD as SD will be switched off. The country is now under an intense media campaign to prepare for the switchover with the Administration launching an online…
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Nexstar Brings Audio To NewsNation Brand | Radio & Television Business Report
It’s a fast-growing cable television news network and owned by the parent of WGN-AM in Chicago. Now, NewsNation is getting an audio roll-out every U.S. radio station can consider for their own listening audience. Introducing the NewsNation Audio Network, providing “ready to air audio clips” for participating radio stations and audio platforms nationwide. Nexstar, which…
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Michigan lawmakers weigh new version of tax credits for film, TV and commercial production
(CBS DETROIT) – It could be lights, camera, action once again in Michigan as lawmakers consider bringing new tax credits for television shows and films produced in the state. “In the first year, we expect to have $3 to $500 million injected into the economy,” said David Haddad, chairman of the Michigan Film Industry Association. …