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NBA Season Available on Multiple Broadcast and Streaming Services
Viewers can access the current NBA season through several television and online platforms. The article outlines options for watching games live.
EngadgetItalian Police Shut Down Cinemagoal Piracy App
Italian financial police conducted over 100 searches and seizures targeting the Cinemagoal streaming app. The app retransmitted content from paid services including Netflix and Disney+.
westernjournal.comCRTC Raises Required Contributions from Streaming Services to 15 Percent
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission announced Thursday that large online streaming providers must direct 15 percent of their Canadian revenue to Canadian content. The regulator also lowered the contribution rate for traditional broadcasters and introdu…
allhiphop.comSpotify Sets Long-Term Targets of 1 Billion Subscribers and $100 Billion Revenue
Spotify announced expansion targets and new monetization features at its 2030 Investor Day. The company reported a 13 percent share price increase following the presentation.
indiatoday.intoday.inSpotify Launches Standalone AI App for Daily Briefings and Podcasts
Spotify introduced a new AI app called Studio by Spotify Labs that generates personalized daily briefings, podcasts, and playlists. The app uses listening history and connected data sources to create content through chatbot prompts.
whatstrending.comByron Allen Acquires Majority Stake in BuzzFeed, Targets Starz
Byron Allen has purchased a majority stake in BuzzFeed for $20 million in cash plus $100 million due in five years. The acquisition adds BuzzFeed and HuffPost to Allen Media Group, which includes Local Now, The Weather Channel and TheGrio. Allen told The Hollywood Reporter that h…
DeadlineWarner Bros. Discovery Opens Upfront, Says Paramount Deal Remains on Track for September Close
Co-heads of sales Ryan Gould and Robert “Bobby” Voltaggio acknowledged industry change and the looming Paramount acquisition during the company’s upfront presentation on Wednesday. The deal, valued at $110 billion, is expected to close by September after regulatory and shareholde…
SemaforParamount Assures Regulators Deal With Warner Bros Discovery Will Support Theaters
Paramount sent a letter to California officials last week stating that its proposed takeover of Warner Bros Discovery is not intended to reduce movie theater releases. The company said theaters will remain essential to the industry. California Attorney General Rob Bonta responded…
Nbc NewsTexas Attorney General Sues Netflix Over User Data Collection and Platform Design
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Netflix on Monday accusing the company of collecting user data without consent and designing addictive features. The suit alleges Netflix tracks viewing habits and other behavioral data across adult and children's profiles…
ForbesMedia Company Earnings Reports Show Hollywood Shift to Profitability
Recent quarterly results from several entertainment companies indicate a move away from prioritizing streaming subscriber growth toward sustainable profits, consolidation and premium experiences. Disney reported its streaming services reached sustainable profitability while Param…
The Hollywood ReporterCrunchyroll to Host Anime Leadership Summit in New York
Crunchyroll announced plans for its first Anime Future Forum, an invite-only summit bringing together Japanese anime executives with counterparts from Hollywood, technology, gaming and music. The one-day event is scheduled for Oct. 7 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center along…
ibtimes.comDisney Beats Earnings Estimates as New CEO Outlines Growth Priorities
Disney reported quarterly revenue growth of 7 percent and an 8 percent rise in adjusted earnings per share. New Chief Executive Josh D’Amaro succeeded Bob Iger in mid-March and sent a memo to employees highlighting four strategic priorities. The company reaffirmed its plan to ret…
upi.comFX Releases Prequel Episode 'Gary' for 'The Bear' Exclusively on Hulu
FX surprise-released a prequel episode titled 'Gary' for the series 'The Bear' on May 5, 2026. The hour-long episode stars Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie and Jon Bernthal as Michael, exploring their characters' relationship during a work trip to Gary, Indiana. It is available as a…
Los Angeles TimesParamount Reports Q1 Profit Growth; Warner Bros. Acquisition Advances
Paramount reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter 2026 earnings while advancing its $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The company defended plans for 30 annual film releases and highlighted streaming growth. Other firms including Reddit and Big Oil companie…
motorsport.comAndrea Kimi Antonelli Takes Pole in 2026 Miami Grand Prix Set for Early Start
Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli secured pole position for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. ET on May 3 due to rainy conditions. The event follows a sprint race won by Lando Norris. The 57-lap race streams exclusively on Apple TV in the United States.
fastcompany.comNetflix Launches Mobile App Redesign Featuring Vertical Video Feed Clips
Netflix has begun rolling out a revamped mobile app that includes Clips, a new vertical video feed for discovering content. The feature delivers personalized highlights from shows, movies, and specials to boost user engagement. It builds on earlier experiments like the 2021 Fast…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSpotify Q1 Subscribers, Revenue Rise; Q2 Guidance Misses, Shares Fall 12%
Spotify shares dropped as much as 12% in premarket trading on April 28, 2026, following the release of its first-quarter earnings. The company reported revenue and subscriber growth in line with or above expectations but issued Q2 guidance below analyst forecasts. Leadership chan…
thehindu.comSpotify Launches Fitness Hub with Peloton Partnership for Over 1,400 Workout Videos
Spotify announced an expansion into fitness content on April 27, 2026, partnering with Peloton to offer premium subscribers access to more than 1,400 on-demand workout classes. The new Fitness hub includes playlists and instructional content from various creators, available acros…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMajor Media Deals Announced in First Quarter of 2026
Several significant transactions occurred in the media industry during the first quarter of 2026, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. These deals involved companies such as Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery, and TikTok's U.S. operations. The activities s…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewGB News Expands to India Through Distribution Deal with NeoTV+
GB News has launched in India via a partnership with NeoTV+, providing access to viewers across Asia. The deal, facilitated by iKO Media Group, marks a step in the channel's international growth. It follows recent expansions into the Middle East, North Africa, and the United Stat…
Coltsfan / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)NFL Discusses Streaming Strategy with FCC Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
The NFL met with FCC officials in Washington, DC, on Friday to discuss its transition to streaming services. League executive Hans Schroeder argued against individual team media rights deals, citing increased confusion and costs for viewers. The meeting occurs amid FCC inquiries…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDisney+ Japan Strikes Multi-Year Deal with The Seven for Live-Action Series Production
Disney+ Japan has entered a multi-year co-development agreement with Japanese production company The Seven, Inc. to create exclusive Japanese-language live-action series. The deal, aimed at audiences in Japan and worldwide, marks Disney's first ongoing content tie-up with a Japan…
firstshowing.netComedy Film 'Busboys' Released in Theaters Without Traditional Studio Support
The comedy film 'Busboys,' financed by its stars and released by a digital marketing company, is currently available only in select U.S. theaters. The film is not streaming on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video and has no announced home media release date.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAmazon Prime Video Launches Limited-Time Bundle with Apple TV Plus and Peacock
Amazon is providing Prime Video subscribers access to Apple TV Plus and Peacock Premium Plus through a new bundle priced at $19.99 per month. This offer requires an active Amazon Prime membership and allows content from both services to be viewed directly in the Prime Video app.…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewApple TV Integrates with Amazon Prime Video; Other Developments in Smartphone Market Reported
Apple TV has become available as an add-on subscription within Amazon Prime Video in the United States. This integration allows Prime members to access Apple's original content, live sports, and shows directly through the platform for $9.99 per month. Separately, global smartphon…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Government Considers Changes to Antitrust Law on Live Sports Broadcasting
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking public comments on live sports viewing amid rising costs from streaming services. Lawmakers have indicated interest in updating the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961 to address fragmentation in access. Fans report challenges in affor…