ESPN streaming plans are getting more expensive
ESPN is raising prices across its plans, with the ad-supported Select tier going from $12.99 to $13.99 per month, and its Unlimited plan increasing from $29.99 to $31.99 per month.
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Netflix reportedly considers opening its app to other streamers
Executives discussed making Peacock and Fox One available through the Netflix app, The New York Times reports.
Twitch and Amazon face lawsuit over use of streamers' content to train AI
The lawsuit alleges Twitch used streamers' videos to train AI without their permission or proper compensation.
FBI raided Swalwell’s home, seized devices as part of sexual assault probe
Correction: The FBI raid of Swalwell’s home was related to sexual assault allegations. An earlier story included incorrect information. Updated at 12:18 p.m. EDT The FBI reportedly raided former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s (D-Calif.) home and confiscated his electronic devices over the weekend amid an ongoing probe, according to multiple outlets. The FBI searched the former congressman’s…
Sponsorships Are Now Available to Affiliates
Sponsorships are expanding, and getting discovered by brands just got better.
ABC sues the FCC over Trump and Carr’s campaign of threats
ABC is suing the Federal Communications Commission over claims that the agency “waged a retaliatory campaign” against its networks over their political coverage.
Good Mythical Morning will release new episodes on Netflix and YouTube simultaneously.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the partnership also includes new episodes of Mythical Kitchen and Last Meals, and follows similar deals to bring other YouTube shows to Netflix, like content from digital media brands. Mythical Entertainment’s shows will begin premiering on the same day on both platforms starting September 7th. [Link: ‘Good Mythical Morning’ Coming to Netflix In Streamer’s Latest Creator Deal (Exclusive) | https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/good-mythical-morning-coming-netflix-rhett-link-1236643857/ | The Hollywood Reporter]
Netflix is using an AI-generated Gene Wilder voice in its Willy Wonka reality show
Wonka’s The Golden Ticket will premiere September 23rd on Netflix, with Gene Wilder’s AI-recreated voice as part of the show.
Disney and ESPN are back on YouTube TV
ESPN and other Disney-owned channels will be returning to YouTube TV following a new agreement announced Friday. The channels went dark on October 31st.
Netflix is making a big bet on video podcasts
Netflix is taking a dive into video podcasts through a new partnership with Spotify that will bring 16 shows to the streaming service, including The Bill Simmons Podcast and Conspiracy Theories.
Andrew Tate has been indicted in Romania on charges of human trafficking
In addition to human trafficking, Andrew Tate, Tristan Tate, and two women are accused of rape and forming a criminal organization. Their trial will go forward pending legal review of the case.
Oops! My cat is an iPad kid
iPad games and “cat TV” channels on YouTube have really come in handy since bringing home a kitten.
Bonus Gift Subs Are Coming to Dual Format Streams
For one week only, when viewers buy 5 gift subs on a channel streaming in Dual Format, Twitch drops a bonus gift sub on top. Get set up before August 20 to earn from day one.