What the Comcast cable network spinoff means for MSNBC and NBC News
When NBC launched MSNBC in 1996, the network was marketed with the slogan “It’s Time to Get Connected,” a line that acknowledged the emergence of … Read more
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Endeavor sells OpenBet, IMG Arena for $450 million in Ari Emanuel-backed management buyout
Beverly Hills-based Endeavor announced Monday it will sell sports betting firm OpenBet, in a management buyout backed by Chief Executive Ari Emanuel. Endeavor said it … Read more
AI startup funding hit record in L.A. area last quarter. Who got the most?
The Bay Area has long held the title for attracting the most venture capital funding in the nation, and that naturally includes the hot market … Read more
LeBron James’ SpringHill, ‘Kardashians’ producer in talks to merge
LeBron James’ production company, the SpringHill Co., is in talks to merge with Fulwell 73, the London-based studio behind “The Kardashians,” according to a person … Read more
AI is supposed to be Hollywood's next big thing. What's taking so long?
As AI technology advances, industry observers expect to see more deals between tech companies and studios and talent. But major challenges remain. Source link
Ex-CFO at Tom Girardi’s law firm to plead guilty
The former chief financial officer at Tom Girardi’s law firm agreed on Tuesday to plead guilty to federal fraud charges, acknowledging that he and Girardi … Read more
Alex Cooper explains Kamala Harris’ ‘Call Her Daddy’ interview
Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris was not meant to “change your political affiliation,” the podcast host said, but she … Read more
DirecTV to acquire Dish Network, Sling TV for $1
Satellite TV provider DirecTV has agreed to buy longtime competitor Dish Network, throwing a lifeline to the troubled Colorado-based broadcaster that helped pioneer the industry. … Read more
Column: The Ducks are O.C.’s model sports franchise. Could their owner save the Angels?
For the Angels, Sunday is the last day of the worst season in franchise history. There is a dreary emptiness around the ballpark. On the … Read more
DirecTV, Dish are close to clinching merger agreement
DirecTV and Dish are in advanced talks to merge in a deal that would create the largest US pay-TV provider, with almost 20 million subscribers, … Read more