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Max is ending its deal to distribute new episodes of Sesame Street, focusing instead on adult and family stories.

Max's international expansion has significantly increased its subscriber base, reaching 110 million globally.

The streaming platform is leveraging its existing intellectual properties to captivate global audiences.

Eric Pallotta joins Warner Bros. Discovery's Max as group senior VP of global brand, social, and editorial, focusing on brand development and social strategies.

WBD's overall revenue dropped 4% in Q3, but growth in direct-to-consumer segment fuels future optimism.

Sesame Street is seeking a new platform for episodes as Warner Bros. Discovery shifts focus from kids' content to adult programming.

Warner Bros. Discovery's TV revenue declines by double digits, but streaming revenue is increasing.

Warner Bros. Discovery's revamped streaming service, Max, is a key focus for the company to drive profitable growth.

Warner Bros. Discovery successfully navigated the loss of NBA rights by securing better carriage deals and raising network fees with major cable providers.

Zaslav believes a second Trump term could facilitate positive consolidation within the struggling entertainment industry.

Warner Bros. Discovery sees growth potential in its underutilized franchises like Harry Potter and DC characters.

David Zaslav has listed his Greenwich Village townhouse for $20.9 million after extensive renovations.

NBA strikes 11-year agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery to enhance content distribution and settle a legal dispute over licensing rights.

The NBA's separation from Turner marks the end of a significant era and raises critical questions about the future of sports broadcasting.

Tao Geoghegan Hart criticized Eurosport's integration into TNT Sports and the increase in subscription fees affecting UK and Ireland cycling fans.

Warner Bros. Discovery is introducing AI-powered shoppable ads, enhancing ad relevance and consumer engagement ahead of Black Friday.

CNN is committed to a digital transformation supported by a significant investment from Warner Bros. Discovery, targeting $1 billion in digital revenue by 2030.

Warner Bros. Discovery aims to enhance CTV ad relevance with its first-party data platform, encouraging increased ad spend from advertisers.

Warner Bros. Discovery launched Olli, using first-party data for targeted advertising.

The Harry Potter series will be adapted into a decade-long HBO Original faithful to the books, with J.K. Rowling involved as an executive producer.

Rowling's engagement in transgender debate hasn't impacted her success with Warner Bros. Discovery, which continues with the filming of an HBO Harry Potter series.

Max streams content that is not permanent, unlike Netflix originals which generally remain available.

Rocksteady laid off additional staff due to poor sales of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, reflecting ongoing struggles within the studio.

Hogwarts Legacy has sold 24 million copies and a sequel is a top priority for Warner Bros. Discovery.

J.K. Rowling's views continue to impact the franchise, despite the game's success.

WB Discovery delisting Adult Swim-published games from digital stores within 60 days, impacting game developers.

Adult Swim Games, funded by Cartoon Network's Adult Swim, known for publishing notable titles, now facing uncertain future with potential delisting by WB Discovery.

Li Haslett Chen is stepping down from WBD's board to focus on Howl's growth.

Li Haslett Chen is resigning from Warner Bros. Discovery's Board effective January 31, 2025, to focus on her company Howl during its growth phase.

Developers affected by Warner Bros. Discovery decisions on Adult Swim Games and Rooster Teeth content removal.

Scramble by developers to regain control over their IP due to delisting of games and lack of transfer by WBD.

Warner Bros. Discovery plans to retire games published by Adult Swim Games label, affecting multiple titles on Steam and other digital stores.

Developers who worked with Adult Swim Games are unsure about the fate of their games amidst Warner Bros. Discovery's removal plans.

Multiple Cartoon Network Games titles have been delisted from digital platforms, including Steam and Nintendo eShop, with no clear reason provided.

Warner Bros. Discovery is set to remove at least 16 games from Adult Swim Games, not transferring them back to the developers.

Developers like Matt Kain are expressing frustration as Warner Bros. Discovery refuses to transfer games, jeopardizing player data and Kickstarter promises.

Inside the NBA will transition to ABC and ESPN, ensuring its continuation despite TNT's exit from broadcasting NBA games.

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

Disney's Bob Iger believes the company is well-consolidated and does not need further acquisitions, contrasting sharply with the excitement from other media executives.

Venu Sports, a new sports-streaming service by Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox, targeting younger viewers with a bundled sports portfolio.

Warner Bros. Discovery's Q1 revenue dropped 7%, but HBO Max gained 2 million new subscribers.

Warner Bros. Discovery is partnering with Disney+ and Hulu for a new bundle offering to drive subscriber growth.

Warner Bros. Discovery's earnings may signal a turning point for streaming profitability.

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) may challenge Netflix in the streaming industry, potentially becoming a lucrative investment.

This year's back to Hogwarts event failed to meet fan expectations, leading to disappointment and booing at King's Cross station.

The Hogwarts Express did not depart King's Cross this year as fans expected, despite warnings against traveling to the station.

CASETiFY launches a Harry Potter accessories collection on November 12, blending fandom with functional tech.

The collection features innovative designs with iconic references from the Wizarding World.

Warner Bros. Discovery's gaming division needs to deliver more consistent releases to recover from current underperformance.

Warner Bros. Discovery focusing on more live-service, mobile, and free-to-play games for growth.

Emphasis on reducing volatility through core franchises in mobile and free-to-play space.

Warner Bros. Discovery plans a sequel to 'Hogwarts Legacy', following its significant commercial success, while also navigating challenges from other game launches.

Warner Bros. Discovery focusing on free-to-play and live-service markets in gaming.

Hogwarts Legacy success overshadowed by Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League struggles.

Comcast considers splitting off declining cable channels into a separate company to address the perpetual decline of cable TV networks.

Jon Steinlauf of Warner Bros. Discovery will leave at year's end amid significant industry challenges.

Warner Bros Discovery faces financial struggles and low fan interest in new Harry Potter content despite owning valuable IPs like DC and Tolkien.

WBD partners with Google Cloud to automate closed captioning for Max streaming service, improving efficiency and reducing costs.

WBD's use of AI for captioning could transform production efficiency and cut costs significantly.

WBD's deal with Charter allows free Max streaming but indicates significant pressure on the pay-TV market and WBD's operational viability.

Warner Bros. Discovery's Charter deal maintained cable fees and boosted optimism about future negotiations amid skepticism over losing NBA rights.

The NBA signed media rights deals with Disney, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video, excluding Warner Bros. Discovery's offer, leading to a significant revenue increase over 11 years.

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.

Warner Bros. Discovery focused on addressing skepticism around their ad sales negotiations during upfronts.

Warner Bros. Discovery is emphasizing data strategy with the appointment of David Porter to lead ad sales research, insights, and data, focusing on revenue growth and advanced tools for advertisers.

Warner Bros. Discovery pivoting away from single-player AAA console games towards free-to-play and mobile releases.

Focus on mobile, live-service, and free-to-play games revolving around billion-dollar IP like Harry Potter, DC, and Game of Thrones.

The poor financial performance of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League had a significant impact on Warner Bros. Discovery, comparing unfavorably to the success of Hogwarts Legacy.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League fell short of expectations

Challenges due to crowded gaming market and competition with other high-profile releases