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• Canal+ Wins Landmark Ruling Against VPN Providers for Illegal Sports Streaming

  A French court ordered five major VPN providers – NordVPN, Cyberghost, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, and Proton – to block access to 203 websites offering illegal streams of sports events. This decision sets a significant precedent in the fight against...

  

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• Charter and Cox Merger: A New Era for US Telecommunications

  Charter Communications' acquisition of Cox Communications creates a telecommunications giant serving over 37 million customers. The merger promises job repatriation to the US and enhanced services, marking a significant shift in the industry. ...

  

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• HBO Max Returns: Warner Bros. Discovery Rebrands Streaming Service

  Warner Bros. Discovery is relaunching its streaming service as HBO Max, capitalizing on the strong brand recognition of HBO. The move follows speculation and criticism regarding the initial omission of the HBO name. The rebranding aims to...

  

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• Netflix's Advertising President Announces Impressive Growth and New Ad Suite Features

  Netflix reports over 94 million global monthly active users, exceeding competitors in key demographics. Amy Reinhard unveils the Netflix Ads Suite, boasting innovative features like generative AI for ad formats and improved targeting capabilities. ...

  

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• RTL Group's Streaming Success Drives Growth Amidst Traditional TV Decline

  RTL Group announced a significant increase in streaming subscribers, reaching 7.1 million, and a surge in streaming revenue, offsetting declines in traditional TV advertising. The company anticipates continued growth and profitability in its...

  

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• Deutsche Telekom's MagentaTV Growth Slows in Q1 2025

  Deutsche Telekom reported a slowdown in MagentaTV subscriber growth in Germany during Q1 2025, adding only 37,000 new customers compared to 73,000 in Q1 2024. Despite this, the company showed strong overall financial performance with increased...

  

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• ProSiebenSat.1 Weathers Advertising Storm, Joyn Streaming Soars

  Despite a challenging advertising market, ProSiebenSat.1 shows resilience in Q1 2025. Revenue dipped slightly, but Joyn streaming platform saw significant growth in users and viewing time, boosting AVOD and SVOD revenue. The company anticipates an...

  

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• Versant: Comcast's New Media Company Emerges

  Comcast's cable networks division, now named Versant, is preparing for its independent launch later this year. The new company, led by Mark Lazarus, will house channels like MSNBC, CNBC, and USA Network, and is already attracting significant...

  

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• TOYA Enhances OTT Service Quality with Agama's Video Analytics Solution

  Polish provider TOYA uses Agama's Headend and Network Observability solution to optimize its TOYA GO and Android TV OTT services, improving video quality and viewer experience. Real-time insights enable quick issue resolution and data-driven...

  

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• Netflix and DAZN Lead Streaming Growth in 2025: Kantar Report

  Kantar's latest data reveals Netflix's dominance in global subscriber growth, fueled by diverse content and innovative strategies. DAZN also shows impressive growth, particularly among younger audiences, but faces challenges in areas like...

  

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• ESPN Launches New Direct-to-Consumer Streaming Service

  ESPN is launching a new streaming service with two subscription tiers: an unlimited plan offering access to all ESPN networks and a select plan with ESPN+ content. The service will be available on an updated ESPN app and offers bundle options with...

  

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• Vodafone Selects 3SS's 3Ready for Next-Gen TV Platform

  Vodafone Group has chosen 3SS and its 3Ready platform to power its next-generation Vodafone TV user experience across multiple countries and devices. This strategic partnership will deliver a personalized and competitive TV experience leveraging...

  

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• RTL Deutschland and Constantin Film Extend Strategic Partnership

  RTL Deutschland and Constantin Film have renewed their strategic partnership, securing exclusive rights to Constantin Film's content for RTL's free-to-air television and streaming platform RTL+. This collaboration ensures viewers access to...

  

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• PPF Launches Competing Bid for ProSiebenSat.1, Escalating Power Struggle

  Czech investment group PPF has launched a competing bid for ProSiebenSat.1, offering €7.00 per share, a premium to MFE's offer. This move sets up a significant battle for control of the German broadcaster, with PPF aiming for a 29.99% stake. The...

  

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• Versant: Comcast's Spinoff Cable Network Division Unveiled

  Comcast's newly independent cable networks division, Versant, will house channels like MSNBC, CNBC, and USA Network. The name, chosen after extensive research, signifies adaptability and future growth. The company is establishing its headquarters...

  

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• Disney's New Streaming Service: ESPN+ Gets a Major Upgrade

  Disney is launching a new all-access ESPN streaming service this fall, priced at $25-$30 per month. This will include live games, studio shows, and more, while ESPN+ remains a separate, cheaper option. The move aims to expand Disney's...

  

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• Sportdigital Secures Extensive UEFA Youth Football and Futsal Rights

  German pay-TV channel Sportdigital has acquired a comprehensive UEFA rights package covering U-17 and U-19 European Championships for men's and women's national teams, plus four major futsal tournaments, until 2028. This deal significantly expands...

  

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• Warner Bros Discovery's Max Streaming Service Sees Strong Growth, Despite Overall Revenue Dip

  Warner Bros Discovery reported a mixed first quarter, with its Max streaming service adding 5.3 million subscribers, reaching 122.3 million globally. Despite overall revenue decrease, streaming advertising revenue showed significant growth, fueled...

  

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• ProSiebenSat.1 Announces Job Cuts to Boost Digital Transformation

  German media giant ProSiebenSat.1 is cutting 430 jobs as part of a restructuring plan to reduce costs and accelerate its digital transition. The company aims to achieve significant annual savings by 2026, impacting net income and free cash flow in...

  

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• Versant: Comcast's Cable Networks Spin-off Takes Shape

  Comcast's newly independent cable networks division, Versant, will house channels like MSNBC, CNBC, and USA Network. The spin-off, previously known as SpinCo, is expected to be completed later this year, establishing a new media company with a...

  

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