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The NWSL rides a 'rocket ship' of interest in women's sports to a record-setting year

The interest in women's sports has dramatically increased, exemplified by record attendance at events like the NWSL playoff match.
The significant growth in women's sports attendance and media presence marks a transformational year in 2024.

Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women's World Cup in landmark deal'

Netflix secures exclusive broadcast rights to 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone in women's sports media rights.

WNBA players opt out of CBA: How it will impact 2025 season, free agency -- and what players are asking for

WNBA players will opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement, signaling potential shifts in the league's future and player rights.

Media Buying Briefing: As sports enjoys a moment, buyers find new ways to get in via influencers and CTV

Sports investment strategies must evolve with rising viewership and digital content trends post-Olympics, bolstered by new media rights deals.

The NWSL rides a 'rocket ship' of interest in women's sports to a record-setting year

The interest in women's sports has dramatically increased, exemplified by record attendance at events like the NWSL playoff match.
The significant growth in women's sports attendance and media presence marks a transformational year in 2024.

Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women's World Cup in landmark deal'

Netflix secures exclusive broadcast rights to 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone in women's sports media rights.

WNBA players opt out of CBA: How it will impact 2025 season, free agency -- and what players are asking for

WNBA players will opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement, signaling potential shifts in the league's future and player rights.

Media Buying Briefing: As sports enjoys a moment, buyers find new ways to get in via influencers and CTV

Sports investment strategies must evolve with rising viewership and digital content trends post-Olympics, bolstered by new media rights deals.
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Warriors are more valuable than Lakers, Dodgers or Yankees, per new assessment

Warriors valued at $9.1 billion, leading NBA franchises and second in U.S. sports.
#streaming-services

Why live sport is a 'magic serum' for TV - but not everyone is winning

Live sports broadcasting is thriving, even as traditional TV viewership declines, with record media rights values driving continued demand and investment.

How the new NFL app keeps you hooked on football all week

The redesigned NFL app aims to enhance fan experience and drive subscriptions to NFL+, launching just before the 2024 season.

All Elite Wrestling will start streaming on Max in January

WWE Raw will move to Netflix in January, altering the landscape of wrestling streaming.
AEW extends its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, simulcasting on Max starting January 2025.

No NBA deal yet for Warner Bros. Discovery, but David Zaslav is 'hopeful'

The NBA media rights deal negotiations are crucial for Warner Bros. Discovery's future strategy.

Why live sport is a 'magic serum' for TV - but not everyone is winning

Live sports broadcasting is thriving, even as traditional TV viewership declines, with record media rights values driving continued demand and investment.

How the new NFL app keeps you hooked on football all week

The redesigned NFL app aims to enhance fan experience and drive subscriptions to NFL+, launching just before the 2024 season.

All Elite Wrestling will start streaming on Max in January

WWE Raw will move to Netflix in January, altering the landscape of wrestling streaming.
AEW extends its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, simulcasting on Max starting January 2025.

No NBA deal yet for Warner Bros. Discovery, but David Zaslav is 'hopeful'

The NBA media rights deal negotiations are crucial for Warner Bros. Discovery's future strategy.
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GAAGO to keep broadcast rights for 2025 championship as TG4 loses out

GAA to buy out RTÉ's stake in GAAGO and retain its rights for domestic game broadcasting.

Looking for the Answer to the Question, "Do I Really Own the Digital Media I Paid For?"

Digital copies of media come with significant ownership rights loss compared to physical copies.

MLB focusing on media rights plan for all teams

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred expresses relief over Diamond Sports Group's bankruptcy resolution, enabling future media rights flexibility.
#inside-the-nba

Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement with NBA

'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN and ABC after this season, retaining its core team.

Reports: 'Inside the NBA' to air on ESPN/ABC

'Inside the NBA' moves to ESPN/ABC as part of NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery settlement, but production remains with TNT Sports.

Charles Barkley Jokes That We Gotta Go Back to Kissing A**' After ESPN Reaches Deal to Air TNT's Inside the NBA

Charles Barkley humorously commented on the shift of Inside the NBA to ESPN, indicating changes in crew dynamics.

Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement with NBA

'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN and ABC after this season, retaining its core team.

Reports: 'Inside the NBA' to air on ESPN/ABC

'Inside the NBA' moves to ESPN/ABC as part of NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery settlement, but production remains with TNT Sports.

Charles Barkley Jokes That We Gotta Go Back to Kissing A**' After ESPN Reaches Deal to Air TNT's Inside the NBA

Charles Barkley humorously commented on the shift of Inside the NBA to ESPN, indicating changes in crew dynamics.
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#nba

NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery offer, completing media rights deal with Amazon

The NBA secures a $76 billion media deal, shifts from TNT to Amazon for streaming rights, focusing on reaching younger audiences.

TBS, Warner Bros. Discovery File Lawsuit Against NBA Over Media Rights Deal

TBS/Warner Bros. Discovery sue NBA over media rights matching issue.

Barkley rebounds? TNT star might mull new job

Charles Barkley may become a free agent if TNT doesn't honor his contract due to losing NBA rights.
He is open to listening to offers from other networks but hinted at possible retirement after TNT's final NBA broadcasting season.

Inside the NBA: beloved show to air on ESPN and ABC as part of WBD-NBA settlement

Inside the NBA will move to ESPN and ABC starting with the 2025-26 season as part of a settlement involving Warner Bros Discovery and the NBA.

NBA rejects matching offer to keep games on TNT, setting up potential legal showdown

The NBA rejected Warner Bros. Discovery's bid to match Amazon Prime Video's $1.8 billion per year offer, opting for a long-term arrangement with Amazon instead.

NBA files motion to dismiss lawsuit from WBD

The NBA is seeking dismissal of WBD's lawsuit regarding a new media rights deal with Amazon, claiming WBD attempted to reinterpret Amazon's offer.

NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery offer, completing media rights deal with Amazon

The NBA secures a $76 billion media deal, shifts from TNT to Amazon for streaming rights, focusing on reaching younger audiences.

TBS, Warner Bros. Discovery File Lawsuit Against NBA Over Media Rights Deal

TBS/Warner Bros. Discovery sue NBA over media rights matching issue.

Barkley rebounds? TNT star might mull new job

Charles Barkley may become a free agent if TNT doesn't honor his contract due to losing NBA rights.
He is open to listening to offers from other networks but hinted at possible retirement after TNT's final NBA broadcasting season.

Inside the NBA: beloved show to air on ESPN and ABC as part of WBD-NBA settlement

Inside the NBA will move to ESPN and ABC starting with the 2025-26 season as part of a settlement involving Warner Bros Discovery and the NBA.

NBA rejects matching offer to keep games on TNT, setting up potential legal showdown

The NBA rejected Warner Bros. Discovery's bid to match Amazon Prime Video's $1.8 billion per year offer, opting for a long-term arrangement with Amazon instead.

NBA files motion to dismiss lawsuit from WBD

The NBA is seeking dismissal of WBD's lawsuit regarding a new media rights deal with Amazon, claiming WBD attempted to reinterpret Amazon's offer.
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NY Liberty's Breanna Stewart Leads Women's Sports Revolution With TNT Deal

Unrivaled's partnership with TNT Sports aims to enhance visibility for women's basketball with over 45 primetime games starting January 2025.
#journalism

Hong Kong journalists harassed in systemic and organised attack'

Journalists in Hong Kong have faced a wave of systemic harassment aimed at undermining press freedom and intimidating the media community.

Keir Starmer says media firms should have control of output used in AI

Media outlets should control and be paid for their work as AI transforms the industry.

Israel Raids and Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Bureau in the West Bank

Israeli forces raided Al Jazeera's West Bank bureau, accusing it of supporting terrorism and closing it for 45 days.

French newspapers take legal action against Elon Musk's X over content use

Major French newspapers are suing X for unpaid content distribution rights.
French media claim X ignores their request for payment negotiations.

Russia opens case against CNN reporters who covered Kursk incursion

Russia's FSB has launched criminal cases against foreign journalists for illegal entry while covering the Ukrainian conflict, marking a significant escalation in media restrictions.

Senior Thai politician who slapped reporter to be investigated

Thailand's parliament will investigate a senior politician after he was filmed physically assaulting a journalist during a news inquiry.

Hong Kong journalists harassed in systemic and organised attack'

Journalists in Hong Kong have faced a wave of systemic harassment aimed at undermining press freedom and intimidating the media community.

Keir Starmer says media firms should have control of output used in AI

Media outlets should control and be paid for their work as AI transforms the industry.

Israel Raids and Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Bureau in the West Bank

Israeli forces raided Al Jazeera's West Bank bureau, accusing it of supporting terrorism and closing it for 45 days.

French newspapers take legal action against Elon Musk's X over content use

Major French newspapers are suing X for unpaid content distribution rights.
French media claim X ignores their request for payment negotiations.

Russia opens case against CNN reporters who covered Kursk incursion

Russia's FSB has launched criminal cases against foreign journalists for illegal entry while covering the Ukrainian conflict, marking a significant escalation in media restrictions.

Senior Thai politician who slapped reporter to be investigated

Thailand's parliament will investigate a senior politician after he was filmed physically assaulting a journalist during a news inquiry.
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#broadcasting

Why are there multiple Monday Night Football' doubleheaders this season?

The NFL is increasing Monday Night Football doubleheaders to enhance viewer engagement, supported by a new media rights agreement.

How Penn State's White Out the stadium spectacle ended up on Peacock

The Big Ten's media rights shifts have complicated traditional game scheduling, particularly for iconic events like Penn State's White Out.

Why are there multiple Monday Night Football' doubleheaders this season?

The NFL is increasing Monday Night Football doubleheaders to enhance viewer engagement, supported by a new media rights agreement.

How Penn State's White Out the stadium spectacle ended up on Peacock

The Big Ten's media rights shifts have complicated traditional game scheduling, particularly for iconic events like Penn State's White Out.
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#wsl

'Counter Pressed' Investigates: Media Rights

The media rights landscape for women's football is evolving, reflecting the increasing interest and investment in the sport.

Arsenal Improvements? Chelsea's New Record and a New Media Rights Deal.

WSL teams showcase contrasting fortunes with Manchester United's struggle and Chelsea's strong performance amid discussions on new media rights.

'Counter Pressed' Investigates: Media Rights

The media rights landscape for women's football is evolving, reflecting the increasing interest and investment in the sport.

Arsenal Improvements? Chelsea's New Record and a New Media Rights Deal.

WSL teams showcase contrasting fortunes with Manchester United's struggle and Chelsea's strong performance amid discussions on new media rights.
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WWE and UFC owner is buying IMG, Professional Bull Riders and On Location for $3.25 billion

TKO Group has acquired PBR, On Location, and IMG for $3.25 billion, enhancing their presence in the premium sports market.

Marlins parts ways with several employees: The details. And Marlins' TV plan amid Bally news

The Marlins are undergoing a major overhaul, parting ways with their entire coaching staff and some front office employees.

Mountain West Conference gets commitments from 7 remaining members - ESPN

The Mountain West has secured commitments from its remaining schools, enhancing stability and focusing on the future amid changes in intercollegiate athletics.

Dana White: Potential Media Partners Will Be in Attendance at UFC 306

UFC 306 sets a new standard for sports events through its innovative production at the Sphere in Las Vegas, elevating the viewer experience.

Brothel ring case: Alleged clients ask SJC to keep hearings private

The Supreme Judicial Court is reviewing whether to disclose the identities of 28 men accused of buying sex from a brothel ring in Boston.

How the convergence of sports and streaming creates opportunities for platforms and advertisers

The convergence of sports and streaming is transforming fan experiences and content accessibility.

The Stack: Latest Ad Tech Deals and Acquisitions

Deals and acquisitions in the media and sports industries are significant this week.

We won't be remote-controlled': how German football fans took on investors and won

German football fans successfully protest against private equity investment in Bundesliga media rights.
The German football league drops plans to sell a stake in media rights income due to fan protests.

NWSL drops '24 schedule; opening game on ABC

The 2024 NWSL season will kick off with the inaugural match at the Kansas City Current's CPKC Stadium on March 16.
The match will be the first NWSL game to air on ABC as part of a new four-year media rights deal.

Sports tech startup targets '100% AI automation' in broadcasting

Automated sports streaming startup Spiideo raised $20mn to enhance its AI camera system, transforming the sports broadcasting industry.
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