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'Amazing Race' Contestants Sue CBS, Paramount for $8M, Allege Defamation

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entertainment1d ago

'Amazing Race' Contestants Sue CBS, Paramount for $8M, Allege Defamation

Tmz.com and 5 more

The Towns seek a court injunction to re-edit episodes with disclaimers about Jonathan Towns’ autism and to obtain a public apology.
The Towns sue CBS, Paramount, and show producers for defamation over Season 37's editing and portrayal, seeking $8 million in damages.
The Towns named CBS, Paramount, and the production company and Bruckheimer Films in their multimillion dollar lawsuit.

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David Ellison Vows CNN Will Operate Independently as Paramount Buys Warner Bros.: ‘We Want to Be in the Truth Business’

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business1d ago

David Ellison Vows CNN Will Operate Independently as Paramount Buys Warner Bros.: ‘We Want to Be in the Truth Business’

Variety.com and 4 more

Editorial independence will absolutely be maintained, and it’ll be preserved at CNN as well as CBS, underscoring a commitment to journalistic autonomy.
Ellison says CNN and CBS News should transition to streaming to give viewers choice while keeping traditional broadcast and cable access.
We want to be in the truth business and the trust business, and that commitment will not change as CNN and CBS News evolve.

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Game Of Thrones' first ever film is officially in the works

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entertainment1d ago

Game Of Thrones' first ever film is officially in the works

Dailymail.co.uk

Warner Bros. confirms development of a Game of Thrones feature film seven years after the finale.
Beau Willimon will write the script for the film.
The project is described as a 'Dune-sized feature film' about King Aegon Targaryen’s conquest.
HBO is also developing a TV series inspired by the same prequel story.
The news follows fan discussions over the finale, including a petition to remake Season 8.
Warner Bros. acquisition context cited as uncertain for the studio's future.
Kit Harington responded to the petition against the finale, calling it 'idiotic'.
Emilia Clarke's Daenerys and Kit Harington's Jon Snow endings are referenced in the article.
The prequel's focus is on Westeros history 300 years before the TV series.
The article notes ongoing spin-offs and expansion of the Thrones universe.
The piece mentions reaction to the finale and fan responses.

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world1d ago

‘School Of War’ Podcast Host Aaron MacLean Joins CBS News And The Free Press

Deadline.com

Aaron MacLean has joined CBS News as a national security analyst and also becomes a columnist for The Free Press.
MacLean will debut on The Free Press with a livestream featuring Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on the Iran war.
MacLean has a background as a Marine infantry officer and has held positions at the U.S. Naval Academy and the Hudson Institute.
The move reflects Bari Weiss's strategy to expand CBS News contributors and links The Free Press to CBSNews.com.
The CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss is driving the new roster of contributors, with The Free Press backed by Paramount’s acquisition.
The Free Press is described as a center-right site focused on commentary and analysis.

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ByteDance’s AI Ambitions Are Being Hampered by Compute Restraints and Copyright Concerns

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technology1d ago

ByteDance’s AI Ambitions Are Being Hampered by Compute Restraints and Copyright Concerns

Wired.com

ByteDance’s Seedance 2.0 faces heavy compute bottlenecks, delaying video generation for users.
Hollywood studios sent cease-and-desist letters over Seedance 2.0’s alleged copyright infringements.
Seedance 2.0 access remains restricted to Chinese users with no third-party API availability yet.
China’s entertainment sector has shown more positivity toward Seedance 2.0 than Hollywood.
Seedance 2.0’s higher compute needs stem from video generation requiring more resources than text, even for a company with deep pockets.
Seedance 2.0 may gain broader access if ByteDance expands API and lowers queues, according to observers.
IP concerns persist as Seedance 2.0 could mimic voices and scenes from famous works.
Seedance 2.0’s price point for a short video exceeds basic costs for many users.
ByteDance reports limited GPU access and data-center constraints as a core obstacle to scale.
Seedance 2.0’s reception varies: government-backed media shows cautious optimism, contrasting Western hesitancy.

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entertainment1d ago

David Ellison’s HBO Headache

Vulture.com

Ellison's Paramount–WB merger plan hinges on how HBO will fit inside the new structure and brand strategy.
A central question is whether Casey Bloys should report to Ellison or Cindy Holland for the merged streaming service.
Ellison has already reshaped Paramount leadership, bringing in tech executive Dane Glasgow to build a unified streaming stack.
The piece highlights that HBO’s current org and output could clash with Paramount’s broader slate and cost pressures.
Holland’s and Bloys’ overlapping mandates create a potential conflict in aligning HBO Max and Paramount+ content.
The analysis compares HBO–Max consolidation with other streaming consolidations, noting lessons from Disney and Amazon.
Ellison faces a potential brand decision for the unified platform, with the possibility of a new name.
The article notes historical precedents showing Ellison’s willingness to reorganize leadership where needed.
Experts warn that creative overlap between HBO Max and Paramount+ could hinder the merger’s efficiency.
The piece emphasizes the need for Ellison to conduct extensive discussions with current HBO Max leadership before closing the deal.

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Paramount plans to keep NFL rights "for the foreseeable future"

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sports1d ago

Paramount plans to keep NFL rights "for the foreseeable future"

Nbcsports.com

Paramount chair David Ellison said CBS will continue its NFL partnership 'for the foreseeable future.'
The NFL’s current broadcast partners include CBS, NBC, ESPN/ABC, Fox, and Prime Video.
CBS’s deal runs through 2033, with potential adjustments possible as the league negotiates new rights.
Ellison noted ongoing discussions about possible revenue increases in NFL broadcast rights without commenting on specifics.
The NFL has carved out special packages for platforms like YouTube and Netflix as part of its broadcast strategy.
Ellison described the NFL as one of Sky's most important partners.
Ellison reaffirmed plans to sustain a long-term relationship with the NFL.
The report notes the NFL’s broadcast rights landscape is evolving alongside big deals in other leagues.
The NBC Sports article highlights Up-to-date context on rights and partnerships.

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Paramount ally RedBird says using Middle East money to help buy Warner Bros. could be a good idea

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business22h ago

Paramount ally RedBird says using Middle East money to help buy Warner Bros. could be a good idea

Businessinsider.com

Paramount plans to back the $47 billion equity portion of the WBD deal with the Ellison family and RedBird, while the rest is financed with debt.
Gerry Cardinale says Paramount may syndicate equity with strategic, domestic, and foreign investors, beyond current disclosures.
Cardinale frames Gulf sovereign wealth as potentially positive for a global media company, citing geopolitical shifts and globalization.
Cardinale suggests Middle Eastern investors owning part of a media group could be a plus, noting Paramount aims to be a global company.
Paramount previously disclosed planning to use $24 billion in funding from Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar for the WBD deal.
Paramount has not publicly stated whether Gulf money remains part of the financing plan for the WBD deal.
Cardinale did not comment directly on the current financing plan but discussed the broader approach to investors.
The financing strategy relies on a combination of equity backstopped by private backers and syndicated investments.
Paramount could sell portions of its equity commitment to other investors as part of the financing plan.
The interview highlights a broader trend toward globalized financing for Hollywood deals.
Paramount's financing update comes as it secures the WBD transaction amid shifting geopolitical investment patterns.

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Twisters star joins movie adaptation of bestselling novel about two game devs founding their own studio

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entertainment11h ago

Twisters star joins movie adaptation of bestselling novel about two game devs founding their own studio

Gamesradar.com

Daisy Edgar-Jones has been cast as Sadie Green in the film adaptation of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.
The film is being produced by Paramount, with Siân Heder set to direct the adaptation.
The novel Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow centers on two childhood friends who build a game studio over decades.
Zevin's bestselling novel has sold over four million copies worldwide.
Siân Heder is attached to direct the adaptation.
A release date for the film has not yet been announced.
Paramount acquired the rights to the novel before its publication.
The book is a New York Times bestseller and has strong global sales.
The adaptation is being developed for film with involvement from the author and Bomback.
News originates from GamesRadar's coverage and Variety confirmation.

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entertainment9h ago

One Nepo to Rule Them All

Vulture.com

Ellison wins the Hollywood crown by taking control of two major studios after a high-stakes bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The deal leaves Ellison with about $79 billion in debt as he merges Paramount and Warner Bros. operations under one roof.
Executives question how CNN, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network will coexist under Ellison’s expanded corporate structure.
Analysts say the merge aims to boost film output, with Ellison promising up to 30 movies per year across both studios.
Industry observers warn of potential significant job cuts as a first priority for savings.
The deal shifts the balance of power in Hollywood, with Ellison rivaling executives like Bob Iger and Barry Diller.
Netflix and other bidders had varying levels of involvement, but Ellison ultimately secured the assets in question.
Regulatory review remains a hurdle before the merger can be finalized.
Observers compare Ellison’s ascent to a midshipman now commanding the Titanic, underscoring risk and ambition.

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