Netflix is betting on podcasts to become the new daytime talk show
Netflix is making exclusive deals with podcast studios to compete with YouTube, but podcasters have mixed feelings.
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Netflix is acquiring an avatar company as it moves into party games
As Netflix continues to build out its gaming strategy, which has recently included a new era of TV party games, it’s going to let people build avatars – with the help of a new acquisition. The company is acquiring avatar company Ready Player Me and its “cross-game avatar tech” to let players “carry their identities […]
Netflix acquires gaming avatar maker Ready Player Me
The gaming startup will allow Netflix subscribers to create avatars that can extend across gaming titles.
Netflix snags Elle Duncan from ESPN to host live events
Netflix is bringing ESPN host Elle Duncan onboard to become the voice of its growing roster of live events. Duncan, who has appeared on SportsCenter, College GameDay, and WNBA Countdown, will make her debut on Netflix with next year’s Skyscraper Live broadcast. During the livestream, free solo climber Alex Honnold will attempt to ascend the […]
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount’s hostile bid, calls offer ‘illusory’
Warner Bros. Discovery called Paramount’s offer “illusory” and said that the company had misled shareholders about its financing.
Netflix’s next big TV game is FIFA soccer
The World Cup is happening next year, and Netflix and FIFA are working on a new soccer simulation game in celebration of the tournament. “This summer, when the world gathers to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026, fans can play a newly reimagined FIFA football simulation game exclusively on Netflix Games,” Netflix says. The new […]
Netflix doubles down on video podcasts with iHeartMedia deal
As part of the agreement, Netflix will get a diverse range of shows spanning comedy, crime, history, sports, and more.
My Favorite Murder and The Breakfast Club podcasts are ditching YouTube for Netflix
Netflix is plowing ahead with plans to build out a library of video podcasts as it aims to keep viewers locked into the service even when they may not be watching what’s on their screens. On Tuesday, Netflix announced that it’s teaming up with radio giant iHeartMedia to add more than 15 video podcasts to […]
Netflix responds to concerns about WBD deal
Industry concerns over Netflix acquiring Warner Bros has led executives to address fears regarding jobs and theatrical releases.
Making sense of the risky Netflix-Warner Bros. deal
Netflix’s $82.6 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. encapsulates a fraught moment for Hollywood, as the entertainment business is increasingly overshadowed by tech giants.