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California Democratic gubernatorial nominee Xavier Becerra recommended that state attorneys general and Paramount seek a settlement to avoid an antitrust trial over the proposed Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
Paramount has secured over $37 million in California tax credits for in-state filming, even as it faces a battle with the California Attorney General over a proposed merger. The AG accuses Paramount of spreading misinformation regarding the Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) in India has revised its guidelines, allowing candidates holding temporary disability certificates to pursue MBBS admissions under the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) quota.
Discussions are ongoing regarding David Ellison's potential role in salvaging a proposed $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. Experts are debating whether Ellison could be the key to the deal's success.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav affirmed that WBD staffers are working 'extremely hard' and maintaining focus despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding the company's potential merger with Paramount. He made these remarks to Wall Street analysts during the second-quarter earnings call.
A judge has scheduled the antitrust trial concerning the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger for March 2027. While David Ellison's team remains open to settlement, they express confidence in winning at trial.
David Ellison broke his silence on the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger battle, stating that opposition stems from his potential control of CNN and vowing not to influence the news network's editorial independence.
Negotiations for NFL media rights with CBS have been put on hold, reportedly due to the stalled merger discussions between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor, has publicly defended the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, criticizing a states' antitrust lawsuit as 'trash' and arguing it threatens to destroy competition in Hollywood.
SAG-AFTRA's leadership has adopted a resolution opposing Paramount Skydance’s pending acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, but has not joined the WGA in a lawsuit over the deal.
Investors are advised to monitor four specific stocks—QBTS, KO, RKLB, and WBD—as they are highlighted for potential market movements on Monday.
Following a delay in the Paramount-WBD antitrust lawsuit, shares of both media companies slid in after-hours trading, while opponents of the merger celebrated the latest development.
Employees at Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are reportedly anxious as David Ellison's proposed mega-merger to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery has been put on hold.
The potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is being discussed for its implications, including further consolidation in Hollywood, potential redundancies, and its impact on cultural heritage.
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has filed a lawsuit to block the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, alleging that the deal would lead to reduced pay and fewer opportunities for writers. State attorneys general have also filed emergency motions to halt the mega-merger, citing antitrust concerns.
Actor J.K. Simmons has spoken out about the cancellation of the Batgirl movie, expressing that he had a good time making it. He described Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to shelf the film as "bizarre."
TVN Warner Bros. Discovery has been recognized as the TV Network of the Year 2026, with its productions, including TVN24+ and the documentary 'Stolen Children,' receiving numerous awards in various categories.
Paramount has offered to address the European Union's concerns regarding its proposed $110 billion deal with Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount has inked a multi-year licensing deal to acquire the linear broadcast rights for the 'Harry Potter' and 'Fantastic Beasts' film series. This agreement will bring the movies to MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount Network for the first time.
At the Deadline x Regal Future Of Storytelling event, movie business executives expressed a 'wait and see' approach regarding the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger and discussed strategies for attracting a new generation of audiences to cinemas.
Paramount's proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery has become a political issue, with state Attorneys General expressing concerns beyond antitrust, especially in a challenging election year for incumbents.
The U.S. Justice Department has given its approval for Paramount's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. This decision clears the way for one of the largest media mergers in recent history.
HBO and Warner Bros. Discovery have rekindled their connection with Taormina, Sicily, as the 'House of the Dragon' tour lands in the picturesque town for the continental European premiere of Season 3. Meanwhile, the 'Fallout' team discussed their efforts to ensure they don't 'f*ck up' Season 2 of the dystopian video game adaptation.
Paramount has accused Netflix of launching a 'scorched earth campaign' to derail its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, a claim Netflix has dismissed as 'absurd.' Paramount alleges Netflix is attempting to poison regulators against the merger.
Writers, actors, crew members, and small business owners voiced strong opposition to the proposed $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger at a Beverly Hills town hall, fearing it could lead to the demise of a significant American industry.
Filmmakers Laura Poitras and Geeta Gandbhir have expressed deep concerns about the potential negative impact of the Paramount-WBD merger on independent filmmaking at HBO and CNN, as well as access to archival materials.
Senate Democrats are urging the FCC Chair to closely examine potential "unprecedented influence" from foreign government investors in the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount. Concerns have been raised regarding the foreign investment in the transaction.
European Commission EVP Henna Virkkunen commented on plans for major changes in European film funding and stated that the potential Paramount-WBD merger might require review under several EU regulatory frameworks.
Lawmakers from the U.S. and EU have expressed concerns and pledged European scrutiny over Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing potential impacts on competition.
Warner Bros. has reached a $57 million settlement with Village Roadshow, resolving a legal dispute over the 'Matrix Resurrections' film. This agreement concludes a significant financial and legal battle between the two studios.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has stated that HBO Max is "probably" the company's "most important asset." His comments underscore the streaming service's strategic significance within the media conglomerate.
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman addressed various critical issues, including the production crisis, political attacks, and the Paramount-WBD merger, in an interview.
A group of consumers has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Paramount, seeking to halt its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, citing concerns over 'viewpoint diversity'.
Leaders in the documentary film community, including Marjan Safinia and Lois Vossen, have voiced strong opposition to the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing potential negative impacts on the industry. An open letter has been circulated to protest the deal.
Tom Steyer, a hopeful for California Governor, spoke at a Burbank roundtable, criticizing Trump and the WBD-Paramount merger while discussing tax credits and IATSE support.
A flurry of protests, including a video from Sen. Cory Booker and a WGA press conference, have emerged as Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders prepare to vote on a potential merger with Paramount.
Reed Hastings, co-founder of Netflix, is stepping down from his role as chairman after 29 years with the company. His departure marks a significant leadership change for the streaming giant, with some reports noting a drop in stock value following the announcement.
Jeff Shell has officially departed from his role as president of Paramount, following an internal investigation into allegations that he revealed non-public information. His ouster comes after a public dispute and legal battle with a professional gambler.
Sovereign wealth funds from the Middle East are reportedly providing financial backing for Paramount's proposed takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and CEO David Zaslav have successfully defeated a securities fraud lawsuit concerning the company's failed renewal of its NBA broadcasting rights.
Warner Bros. Discovery has scheduled a special shareholder meeting for April 23 to vote on the proposed sale to David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance, a critical step in the acquisition process, with Eva Longoria expressing fears over the potential impact of the merger on jobs and diversity.
New information suggests a former WWE star encouraged AEW's Ricochet to delete a controversial social media post, as the wrestling community awaits how AEW and WBD will address the situation.
Paramount CEO David Ellison told California lawmakers his commitment to keep Par and Warner Bros.
NBCUniversal's studio unit saw its bottom line drop, driven by a bigger slate, Disney stayed atop the global box office. Plus, a look at Netflix and its optimism post-WBD auction.
While David Zaslav has stolen most of the headlines for his personal financial gains from the Warner Bros. Discovery-Paramount merger, several other rich payouts are in the offing. The same SEC filing that laid out Zaslav’s expected $886.8 million in merger-related compensation Monday also included some eye-popping figures for other principals. Most of the loot […]
“Sinners” DP Autumn Durald Arkapaw has made history. She is the first woman to ever win the Oscar for best cinematography.
A MoffettNathanson report indicates that YouTube's advertising revenue has surpassed that of its four largest traditional media competitors combined, positioning it as the world's largest media company by revenue.
Two days after the writers unions released their pattern of demands for upcoming negotiations with the major studios, WGA East President Tom Fontana weighed in on the state of things during a brief…
Behind the mega-acquisition of WBD are two key driving forces: the money generated by tech veteran Larry Ellison and the ambitious vision of his son David.
ITV top brass said that Paramount and WBD are back in business as commissioners after agreeing their merger deal. Paramount-Skydance has been busy battling Netflix for Warner Bros.
In a convenient bit of timing, the first premiere hosted by Warner Bros. Discovery since the jolt of its pending acquisition by Paramount was a comedy. Rooster is not just a comedy, but one with broad-audience potential, co-created by Bill Lawrence of Ted Lasso and Scrubs fame. The Warner Bros-produced show’s debut Sunday on HBO […]
David Zaslav, president and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, filed to sell just over $114 million worth of stock in the company. His planned sale of the shares comes less than a week after WBD clinched a deal to sell itself to Paramount Skydance for $31 per share, after Netflix walked away from its deal […]
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr told CNBC on Tuesday that Netflix's previous Warner Bros. Discovery offer "raised a lot of competition concerns."
Netflix's co-CEO Greg Peters expresses concern about potential job losses in the industry if the Paramount-Warner Bros deal proceeds, days after Netflix ceded its bid for WBD.
Netflix reportedly decided against a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, a move seen as strategic for the streaming giant.
Paramount executives stressed today that once merged with Warner Bros. Discovery, the company combined has no plans to unload any legacy cable networks. CEO David Ellison and COO and Chief Strategy Officer Andy Gordon were asked about that several times by analysts on a call. They have spoken frequently already about the logic of […]
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos visited the White House on Thursday, and shortly after announced his company was no longer going to try to buy much of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount President Jeff Shell, a key member of the management team during the company’s pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery, did not join Monday’s conference call to discuss the merger.
The clock is ticking on the Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery mega-merger, literally, and things could get sticky and expensive if California’s Attorney General has his way.
Things in media M&A land continue to move fast with Netflix revealing this afternoon that it is $2.8 billion richer after receiving the fresh cash from Paramount. The David Ellison company’s Superior Proposal for Warner Bros. Discovery, which was accepted by the WBD board, included paying out the termination fee if WBD walked away from […]
Buying WBD for $83bn would have cost the streaming giant financial flexibility and its ability to take on YouTube
Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) have surged by nearly 50% following recent acquisition activities.
That was fast. A week ago Warner Bros. Discovery had a deal in hand with Netflix. Today it wished the giant streamer well but has moved on.
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) weighed in on Paramount apparent victory in the battle over Warner Bros., after Netflix dropped out of a bidding war for the assets.
Editor’s Note: In a widely read letter to Mike Lee, the U.S. Senate Chairman on Antritrust, Competitive Policy and Consumer Rights, James Cameron argued that “a sale of Warner Bros Discovery to…
Paramount's Makan Delrahim stated that 'everything is on the table' for finding a merger resolution, including the consideration of leaving California. California AG Rob Bonta expressed openness to structural remedies but dismissed the promise of 30 movies a year as outdated.
Paramount is reportedly making deals with theaters for 30 films a year, a strategy to address antitrust concerns regarding its potential merger with Warner Bros. Cinema United, however, remains opposed to the acquisition.
The United Kingdom has granted approval for Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, following concessions made by Paramount. This decision clears a significant regulatory hurdle for the major media merger.
An analyst has identified potential issues beneath Disney's (DIS) reported numbers, suggesting underlying troubles for the entertainment giant. The analysis also questions whether Warner Bros (WBD) presents a better financial outlook in the current market.
SpaceX's first-ever earnings report since its stock market debut shows higher revenues but also significant spending, leading to a loss in the first quarter. The company's AI investments are noted as a factor in its expenditures.
Paramount Skydance reported second-quarter earnings after the bell and said it continues to prepare for its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery.
The director of Locarno Pro highlights how major industry shifts, suchs as the potential Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, are influencing the programming and infrastructure of the global film industry, including the Locarno Film Festival.
Paramount is at risk of incurring significant penalties as a lawsuit has caused a delay in its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
The declining cable TV business, once a major revenue source, is now being questioned for its potential to complicate or even undo the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Paramount CEO David Ellison has reassured staff about the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, expressing high confidence in its completion despite an ongoing antitrust suit.
Warner Bros. has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the company of illegally poaching its executives, specifically former HBO Max executive Pia Barlow. This legal action comes amidst discussions of a potential Paramount/WBD merger and related financial guarantees.
The European Union has given its conditional approval to the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, while the deal remains on hold in the United States as a judge considers a preliminary injunction.
A US judge has temporarily halted the proposed $81 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery for two weeks, following an antitrust challenge.
A court hearing took place to consider an emergency motion by state attorneys general seeking to pause the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. Lawyers for both sides presented arguments, with the judge expected to rule on the motion next week.
Multiple U.S. states, led by California, have filed lawsuits to block the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, citing concerns that the deal would stifle competition. Despite the legal challenges, Paramount still aims to finalize the merger by the end of September.
Andrij Parekh, known for his work on 'Succession,' is set to direct 'The Retrievals,' a new Netflix series based on a real-life IVF scandal.
Comcast has denied that the reported split of NBCUniversal is a precursor to mergers and acquisitions, with Warner Bros. Discovery offering a precedent.
The proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is encountering substantial regulatory obstacles.
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly gaining ground as EU regulators are expected to approve its $111 billion takeover of Paramount. This approval would clear a significant hurdle for the merger.
Paramount-owned UK broadcaster Channel 5 has struck a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT Sports to become the new free-to-air home for Tour de France highlights in the UK, taking over from ITV.
Actress Jane Fonda spoke out against the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger at a New York City protest event, expressing concern for CNN due to her personal connection as the former wife of its founder, Ted Turner.
An analysis explores whether Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) presents a favorable buying opportunity for investors.
The European Union is tackling various issues, including a significant housing deficit across member states and streamlining defense procurement processes. Additionally, the EU is enforcing digital market regulations, such as ordering Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots.
Analyst reports have been released for several companies, including Prudential Financial Inc, Church & Dwight Co Inc, and APA Corp. These reports provide market insights and analysis for various corporations.
Gerhard Zeiler, President of International at Warner Bros. Discovery, urged major players to abandon an 'exclusivity mindset' for content and explore greater collaboration, potentially leveraging platforms like YouTube more effectively.
US regulators are reportedly nearing approval for the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. This potential deal could significantly reshape the media landscape.
Paul Tudor Jones' hedge fund has purchased 7 million shares of Warner Bros. Discovery, signaling potential for a turnaround in WBD stock.
Warner Bros. Discovery held its annual upfront pitch to advertisers, an event overshadowed by the looming prospect of another corporate merger.
Warner Bros. Discovery co-heads of sales acknowledged the looming $110 billion Paramount acquisition during the company's upfront presentation.
HBO Max surpassed internal subscriber forecasts in Q1, reaching over 140 million subscribers. Warner Bros. Discovery now anticipates the streaming service will hit 150 million subscribers by the end of the year, partly due to international growth.
Ted Turner, the visionary media mogul and founder of CNN, has died, prompting an outpouring of tributes from industry leaders and public figures. He is remembered for revolutionizing television news and establishing the 24-hour news cycle.
UniCredit Bank has announced a record quarterly profit, with its net profit in Czechia and Slovakia also seeing a significant increase. This financial performance highlights strong investment income for the banking group.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav's compensation package for 2025 has more than tripled, reaching a staggering $165 million. This significant increase is primarily attributed to option awards initially tied to the company's planned split.
King Charles III commenced his inaugural state visit to the United States as monarch, with plans to address Congress and meet with former President Donald Trump to strengthen UK-US ties. Prince Harry was notably absent from the official itinerary.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have approved a proposed $111 billion merger with Paramount and Skydance Media, though the deal still faces regulatory review. This approval occurred despite significant opposition to CEO David Zaslav's associated payout.
Netflix is reportedly considering acquiring the 'Seinfeld' studio lot at a deep discount, following its decision to drop a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
CinemaCon featured the debut of several highly anticipated movie trailers and first looks, including the epic fantasy "Children of Blood and Bone," Brad Pitt's survival thriller "Heart of the Beast," and the latest "Jackass" installment. The event provided audiences with a glimpse into upcoming cinematic releases.
Paramount Skydance has completed transactions to restructure the debt financing for its proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, as disclosed in an SEC filing.
Paramount Skydance (PSKY) shares experienced a significant surge after investment funds committed billions of dollars towards a potential buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
The UK government is attempting to attract AI startup Anthropic to expand its presence in Britain, capitalizing on the company's conflict with the US Department of Defense. Separately, Paramount is reportedly seeking support from Gulf countries for its acquisition of Warner.
David Ellison stated that the Skydance-Paramount merger is expected to yield savings significantly exceeding initial projections, with $2.5 billion anticipated by the end of the year, alongside plans to converge Paramount+ and BET+.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has ordered an analysis of the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, including its impact on the entertainment industry workforce. HBO's Casey Bloys has also commented on the pivotal moment in entertainment history, acknowledging the ongoing developments with the merger.
HBO Max and WBD Access have announced the return of their writers’ program, now named Script Engine, for a second year at Series Mania Institute, designed to identify and support talent development.
Netflix narrowly missed out on buying Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and now new data has shone a light on the impact this could have on its kids content offering.
There was "no political interference" from Trump in WBD takeover talks, the streamer's co-CEO said in a Politico interview, as he launches a charm offensive urging EU lawmakers to go easy on new…
WBD also disclosed a potential payout David Zaslav of $887 million, though the actual number could be lower or higher, depending on if Paramount pays a ticking fee, or if a tax reimbursement is lower.
Paramount CEO David Ellison ventured onto the Warner Bros lot on Tuesday for a meeting with top execs at Warner Bros. Discovery, addressing the troops at a delicate time.
Morgan Stanley has increased its price target for Nu Holdings Ltd. (NU) to $21.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has spent years people should be able to see big movies at home, without going to theaters. Now he's changing his tune. Rich Polk/2026GG/Penske Media via Getty Images This post originally appeared in the Business Insider Today newsletter. You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here. Paramount is setting the stage. David Ellison has turned Paramount from an aging legacy media brand into arguably the biggest threat to streaming juggernaut Netflix i...
Carolyn McCall, naturally, got deals-related questions during an earnings conference call.
New financial disclosures released Wednesday show that the President acquired Netflix bonds as Paramount was trying to pry WBD away from the streaming giant.
Dave Meltzer confirms that Paramount Skydance is set to take over Warner Brother Discovery's minority ownership stake in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) if the proposed acquisition goes through.
A market digest provides an overview of several companies including ITGR, MNST, PPG, TJX, WBD, CVNA, and SNOW, summarizing recent market activity.
Since the announcement Friday that Paramount has entered a merger agreement to acquire Warner Bros.
Following the closure of the Warner Bros. Discovery deal, Paramount+ and HBO Max are slated to merge into a single streaming service, consolidating their content offerings.
Paramount Skydance has a good feeling about European approval for its $111B takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Paramount CEO David Ellison says the company’s pending merger with Warner Bros. Discovery will give it the scale it needs to compete with Netflix. “We will combine the streaming portfolios of the two companies into one stronger platform over the coming years,” Ellison told Wall Street analysts Monday on a conference call to discuss the […]
It should come as no surprise that the Writers Guild of America is not pleased about the latest development in the Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition saga. After the news broke Thursday that Paramount had outbid Netflix for the legacy studio, the WGA East and West weighed in via a joint statement on Friday, once again […]
Netflix had the legal right to match the PSKY offer. As you all know, they ultimately decided not to do that. That then resulted in a signed agreement with PSKY as of this morning, says Bruce Campbell, Warner Bros’ chief revenue and strategy officer
WBD employees fear potential job cuts, culture clashes and high debt loads as Paramount supplants Netflix as the company's acquirer.
California attorney general says, not so fast to Paramount Warner Bros. merger Christina House/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images California's attorney general is investigating Paramount's Warner Bros. merger, citing antitrust issues. California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the merger had not "cleared regulatory scrutiny." Netflix walked away from its bid for Warner Bros. on Thursday. Netflix dropped its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing a path for Paramount Skydance. But Californ...
Straumēšanas kompānija "Netflix" atteikusies no ieceres pārņemt mediju un izklaides kompāniju "Warner Bros. Discovery" ("WBD").
CNN’s Jake Tapper wound up having to break some news on Thursday’s “The Lead” that affects his own network.
Stunned though Hollywood and Wall Street were by the flurry of action late Thursday in the Warner Bros.
President Donald Trump last weekend demanded that Netflix fire former Obama administration official Susan Rice from its board, or else “pay the consequences.”
David Ellison has threatened to move Paramount's operations out of California if the state's Attorney General does not negotiate a settlement in the antitrust lawsuit blocking the Warner Bros. Discovery merger. The California Attorney General has criticized this move as a 'blackmail' attempt.
Revised guidelines for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) have been issued for NEET UG Counselling 2026, with no changes announced to the counselling schedule.
Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer publicly supported the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, stating that 'uncertainty is the worst thing for our business.'
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has lauded the upcoming 'Superman' sequel as "amazing" and "fantastic," despite the recent misfire of 'Supergirl.' He affirmed that there will be no shift in DC strategy following the 'Supergirl' flop.
Paramount Skydance's attempt to delay a lawsuit regarding the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery was rejected by the court, which set a trial date for March, allowing WBD shareholders to calculate potential compensation.
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison's company may soon have to pay up to WBD investors. Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images Paramount Skydance's financial backers may soon owe billions to WBD…
Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery are both scheduled to report their quarterly earnings this week, with their potential merger still pending. The financial reports come as the proposed deal between the two media giants remains in limbo.
Paramount has proposed a November start for its antitrust trial regarding the Warner Bros. Discovery merger, while a coalition of states and the Writers Guild of America are pushing for an April 2027 date, highlighting the significant impact of scheduling on the company.
The Pentagon announced it would not finish spending Ukraine aid funds until after the year Donald Trump leaves office, while Trump faces ongoing legal challenges and makes controversial statements regarding international allies and conflicts. These developments occur as over 600 US troops have been wounded since the Iran war began, and a Trump-linked influencer visited a rebuilt power substation in Ukraine.
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison expressed confidence that the combination with Warner Bros. Discovery will close, assuring staffers that the deal poses no legal issues.
Paramount has agreed to delay its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery until at least June 2027, following a lawsuit filed by state attorneys general seeking to block the deal. The decision comes as legal challenges against the acquisition continue to play out in court.
Oracle's stock decline and significant corporate debt are reportedly jeopardizing the financial stability of a media empire including Paramount, WBD, and American TikTok.
A US federal judge has temporarily suspended Paramount's multi-billion dollar acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The decision comes after several US states filed a lawsuit to block the merger.
The potential merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is being discussed for its implications on Hollywood and cultural heritage, with a judge now set to rule on a states' case regarding the merger by July 22.
Twelve US states, along with various industry groups, have filed lawsuits seeking to block the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. They argue that the combination would harm competition and is not in the public interest.
Media and technology moguls are gathering at the annual Sun Valley Conference in Idaho, hosted by Allen & Co., to discuss pressing industry topics including a potential Comcast split, a Paramount-WBD deal, and the impact of AI.
Paramount is making concessions in Europe to address regulatory concerns and clear the path for its proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Unusual options activity observed in WBD stock suggests that the potential deal between WBD and Paramount could finalize before August, indicating market anticipation.
Archival producer Rochelle Widdowson has voiced concerns about the potential impact of the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger on the media business and historical archives.
An assessment is being made on whether Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) stock is outperforming its peers within the Communication Services sector.
This collection of articles provides investment analysis on a variety of stocks, including comparisons between pipeline companies like Enbridge and Oneok, and evaluations of individual companies such as Mastercard, Nike, Grab Holdings, Crocs, Salesforce, Bandwidth, Maplebear, Genesis Energy, and Birkenstock.
The Taormina Film Festival has commenced with a screening of 'House of the Dragon' Season 3 in a historic Greek theater. This event marks a rekindling of the relationship between HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery, and the prestigious festival.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened a portal for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates to submit scribe details for the NEET UG re-examination 2026. This initiative aims to facilitate fair examination conditions for eligible candidates.
Paramount Global may be forced to sell major children's television networks, including Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network. This potential divestiture is aimed at saving the Warner Bros. Discovery merger from an unfavorable EU ruling.
A court has rejected a post-result plea to change a candidate's category from General to Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for the JEE Main 2026 examination.
UBS has increased its price target on Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), signaling a positive outlook for the media company.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has commuted the sentence of Tina Peters, a former Mesa County clerk convicted of election crimes. Peters, an election denier, was serving a sentence related to a security breach of voting equipment.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a new tax targeting digital software and cloud-based sales as part of his final budget proposal. The initiative aims to raise billions in new revenue for the state.
Paramount and Skydance are defending their proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery against concerns raised by figures like Tom Steyer and congressmen regarding its potential impact on media and competition. The companies argue the combined entity is necessary to compete with larger streaming services and will boost theatrical distribution.
Warner Bros. Discovery anticipates exceeding 150 million subscribers by 2026, as the deal for Paramount Skydance is reportedly set at $31 per share.
An FCC Commissioner has called for a rigorous review of foreign ownership investment in Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing the disclosed 49.5% total foreign ownership of the combined company.
Mayoral candidate Karen Bass has announced her support for unlimited film tax credits, aligning with her rival Nithya Raman. She also expressed concerns about a potential Paramount-WBD merger if it leads to massive job losses.
Investor David Einhorn has expressed a positive view on the entertainment stock of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
Paramount is seeking approval from the FCC for its proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, which would result in nearly 50% foreign ownership, including substantial investment from Middle Eastern funds. This approval is crucial for the completion of the major media deal.
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approved the Paramount deal but rejected a proposal regarding CEO David Zaslav's $800 million compensation package.
Anke Greifeneder, a leading programming executive for WBD and HBO Max, will be honored with Deadline’s 2026 German TV Disruptor award at Seriencamp in Cologne.
Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) continues to invite Paramount CEO David Ellison to testify on the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, following a hearing that raised concerns about potential layoffs, reduced diversity, and political influence.
Leading proxy advisory firm ISS recommended Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders support the company’s sale to Paramount Skydance but advised against CEO David Zaslav’s potential $886 million merger-related golden parachute.
Paramount's stock saw an 11% jump after confirmation of a $24 billion investment from Middle East funds in a potential Warner Bros. Discovery takeover.
Cinema United, representing movie theater owners, has escalated its opposition to the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger by appealing to Attorneys General Associations, citing concerns for 'Main Street America'.
Six productions from TVN Warner Bros. Discovery and its journalists, including Piotr Jacoń and Monika Olejnik, received awards at the 20th International FilmAT Festival.
A guest column in Deadline urges anti-trust regulators to reject the proposed link-up between Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, and Skydance, citing concerns over market concentration.
WBD CEO David Zaslav is projected to receive a payout exceeding $800 million following the Paramount Skydance deal, highlighting new 'golden parachutes' for top executives.
An annoying thing happened to David Ellison and Paramount today on the way to taking over Warner Bros Discovery — he got sued for $1.5 billion over a beef a self-declared confidant of Jeff Shell’s has with the Paramount president. As exclusively reported by Deadline on March 16, the wide ranging lawsuit against the CEO, […]
Actress Jane Fonda protested the Paramount merger at an Oscars after-party, warning about the Trump administration's potential political influence over CNN.
The revised number are out and they’re big. Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav is set to receive payments and benefits valued at $886.8 million at the close of the company’s planned sale to…
Like the DGA, the Writers Guild of America West doesn’t seem inclined to accept longer contract cycles with the major studios any time soon. “I think, in this period of significant change, the notion of talking less or putting more years in between when the companies address changes and the needs of the workers strikes […]
Netflix is reportedly navigating the aftermath of a collapsed deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, impacting its strategic direction.
Za meganakupom WBD stojita dve ključni gonilni sili: denar, ki ga je ustvaril tehnološki veteran Larry Ellison, in ambiciozna vizija njegovega sina Davida.
EXCLUSIVE: The $111 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery has a long way to go and many “regulatory hurdles” to cross before it’s truly a done deal, says California Attorney…
Netflix CFO Spencer Neumann said the company has plenty of room for growth even though it decided not to stay in the running to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery.
As the new reality set in, the questions multiplied. Paramount Skydance shocked the entertainment industry on Feb. 26 with the news that it had reached an agreement to acquire Warner Bros.
S&P Global Ratings said it’s placed all of its ratings of Paramount Skydance on what’s called CreditWatch with negative implications, reflecting increased leverage well above the agency’s threshold…
Paramount+ and HBO Max are set to merge following a significant $110 billion deal involving Warner Bros. Discovery.
The CEO of Paramount stated that a potential merger with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) would help sustain the company's linear television assets.
Saudi Arabian ruler Mohammed bin Salman at a US-Saudi investment event in Washington DC, in November 2025.
Paramount Skydance intenționează să combine platformele Paramount+ și HBO Max într-un singur serviciu de streaming, odată cu finalizarea fuziunii dintre Paramount și Warner Bros Discovery (WBD).
Paramount announced plans to combine its streaming service Paramount+ with HBO Max into a single platform, following the completion of its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
Barry Diller was full of wisecracks tonight at the PGA Awards. In a rare Hollywood appearance, specifically onstage, the former Paramount CEO, Fox CEO and current Who Knew author took digs at Jack…
It’s official. For real this time. Warner Bros. Discovery is selling itself to Paramount for $31 a share in cash in a deal worth $110 billion. The companies unveiled their formal agreement on Friday.
The logline seems awfully familiar. A hero rides to the rescue of Warner Bros, a treasured but troubled Hollywood studio.
Who won (and lost) this week in entertainment: From Paramount to Netflix to David Zaslav and CNN amid the Paramount-WBD merger twist, to Shia LaBeouf, Tyra Banks and the high-cringe BAFTAs mess.
Hollywood’s boardroom battle of the decade has ended with Paramount dramatically snatching Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) from Netflix.
The champagne corks may be popping right now at Paramount over the David Ellison-owned company’s successful bid for Warner Bros Discovery, but up in Sacramento the mood is far from celebratory over the latest possible Hollywood mega-merger. “Paramount/Warner Bros is not a done deal,” California Attorney General Rob Bonta told Deadline this evening after Netflix […]
Netflix stated that a previous offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery's streaming and studio assets was no longer financially attracted after Paramount Skydance revised its offer.
Within minutes of Netflix announcing that it would not try to match the $31 per share Paramount offer, Sen.