Amazon and TV vet Brian Williams are nearing a deal that hints at a new strategy for the streaming giant
Briefly

Amazon’s potential deal with Brian Williams for an election-night special signifies its steps toward attracting large audiences, aiming beyond sports into the realm of news. This initiative could lead to more prominent news events on Prime Video, similar to their NFL approach.
The prospect of the election-night special being ad-free reflects Amazon's strategy to capture viewer attention without distractions, enhancing the viewer experience and potentially boosting subscription interest in Prime Video.
While some speculate Amazon may venture into building its own news operation, insiders clarify that their focus is to leverage existing content formats to draw large audiences for significant news events.
The intentions behind Amazon’s interest in the election-night special highlight its ambition to not just replicate its successful sports models but also to explore diverse programming opportunities that resonate with current events.
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