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• Ligue 1 Goes Direct-to-Consumer in the UK with Ligue 1 Pass

  LFP Media is taking its Ligue 1 Pass streaming platform directly to consumers in the UK and Ireland after failing to secure a traditional broadcast deal. The platform offers live matches, exclusive content, and innovative features.

  

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• Canal+ Sues TF1 Over Use of “+” in Streaming Platform Name

  Canal+ has filed a lawsuit against TF1, claiming that the use of the “+” in the name of its streaming platform, TF1+, constitutes unfair competition, counterfeiting and parasitism. The lawsuit seeks €57 million in damages.

  

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• Play Offers SkyShowtime Standard Plus Plan in Poland

  Play, a Polish operator, is offering the SkyShowtime Standard Plus plan with two premium linear channels. This partnership marks the first in Poland for SkyShowtime and provides subscribers with access to a diverse selection of shows and movies,...

  

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• Disney+ Expands Ad-Supported Plan to Finland, Netherlands and Portugal

  Disney+ is expanding its ad-supported plan to Finland, Netherlands and Portugal, offering consumers more subscription choices and greater flexibility to enjoy their favorite content.

  

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• Vectra Adds UEFA Champions League Channels to its Offer

  Vectra, Poland's largest cable operator, has partnered with Canal+ to offer its customers access to channels dedicated to the UEFA Champions League, including Extra channels 1-7 and Canal+ 360.

  

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• Paramount+ Expands Reach in France with Canal+ Deal

  Paramount+ will be available to all Canal+ subscribers in France, expanding its reach and solidifying its position as the fourth largest streaming service in the country.

  

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• beIN Sports Extends Spanish Football Broadcast Rights Agreement with LALIGA

  beIN Sports has extended its broadcast rights agreement with LALIGA, securing the exclusive rights to Spanish football in 34 markets across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) until the end of the 2027-28 and 2026-27...

  

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• Fubo Faces Insolvency if Venu Sports Launches, Says Lawsuit

  Fubo, a streaming service, claims it will face insolvency if the joint venture Venu Sports launches, leading to a lawsuit and an ongoing legal battle over potential anti-competitive practices.

  

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• Warner Bros Discovery Reports Record Viewership and Subscriber Growth During Paris 2024 Olympics

  Warner Bros Discovery saw a significant increase in new subscribers and record viewership across its platforms during the Paris 2024 Olympics, exceeding the numbers from Tokyo 2020. The company attributed this success to the European time zone, the...

  

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• TalkTalk Averts Debt Default with £400 Million Deal

  TalkTalk, the broadband provider, has secured a £400 million deal with its lenders to avoid a debt default. The deal includes an immediate injection of £65 million from shareholders and the integration of its subsidiary Virtual1 and brands Ovo and...

  

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• Canal+ Seeks Majority Control of Mauritian Pay-TV Operator MC Vision

  Canal+ is aiming to increase its stake in MC Vision, a Mauritian pay-TV company, from 37% to 75%, making it the largest shareholder. This move signifies Canal+'s growing presence in the African market, alongside its ongoing acquisition of...

  

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• Canal+ and beIN Sports Renew French Ligue 1 Deal

  Canal+ and beIN Sports have renewed their distribution agreement, ensuring Canal+ subscribers have access to the top or second-pick Ligue 1 match each Saturday. The agreement, which began in June 2020, includes the carriage of beIN Sports channels...

  

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• Canal+ and DAZN Announce New Distribution Partnership for Ligue 1 in France

  Canal+ and DAZN have signed a new distribution partnership that will see Canal+ subscribers gain access to all Ligue 1 matches in France starting August 16. The deal includes live and exclusive coverage of 8 Ligue 1 games on each matchday, as well...

  

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• RTL Group Streaming Revenue Up 41.9% in First Half of 2024

  RTL Group's streaming revenue surged by 41.9% in the first half of 2024, driven by strong performance in France and Germany. The media group saw a significant increase in paying subscribers and advertising revenue growth for its streaming platforms...

  

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• Slovakia's Pay TV Market: Growth in Subscription Services and Persistent Piracy

  A recent survey in Slovakia reveals a growing trend of paid subscription services for movies, series, and music, but also highlights the continued issue of content piracy.

  

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• Warner Bros Discovery Faces Pressure After $11.2 Billion Writedown

  Warner Bros Discovery has been forced to take a $11.2 billion writedown after losing NBA rights to Amazon, prompting a legal battle and a potential asset sale. The company's stock has fallen by 34% this year.

  

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• News Corp Considers Selling Foxtel to Focus on Streaming Services

  News Corp is exploring the sale of its Australian pay-TV business Foxtel, a move that reflects the company's shift towards digital streaming platforms like Kayo, Binge and Hubbl.

  

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• Slovakia sees growth in paid streaming services, but piracy remains a concern

  A survey in Slovakia reveals a growing number of people subscribing to paid streaming services, but also a high percentage admitting to accessing content illegally.

  

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• Warner Bros Discovery Faces Investor Backlash After $11.2 Billion Writedown

  Warner Bros Discovery has taken a significant financial hit after losing NBA rights to Amazon. The company has filed a lawsuit to regain the rights but faces an uphill battle. The stock price plummeted, leading to calls for asset sales to regain...

  

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• Warner Bros Discovery Considers Selling TVN as Part of Restructuring

  Warner Bros Discovery is considering selling its Polish entertainment channel TVN as part of a potential restructuring effort. The company is looking for ways to address its falling share price and the challenges of competing with streaming services.

  

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