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businesstech2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ex-Apple Exec Pete Distad to Lead Disney-Fox-Warner Bros. Sports Streaming Service"

Pete Distad, a veteran of Apple and Hulu, has been named CEO of the upcoming sports streaming service from Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox, set to launch later this year. The joint venture aims to offer a differentiated product for passionate sports fans in the US, with a focus on industry-leading sports content portfolios. The service, which will include channels like ESPN, TNT, TBS, and Fox, is still in the early stages of development, with details such as name and pricing yet to be determined.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#businesstech #disney #fox

business2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nelson Peltz Criticizes Disney's Sports Service and Epic Games Investment"

Nelson Peltz, through Trian Fund Management, criticized Disney's plans to launch a sports streaming service and invest in Epic Games, calling them "frenetic" and "confused." Trian, which holds $3.5 billion in Disney stock, is pushing for changes to the company's board and strategy, and has nominated Peltz and former Disney CFO Jay Rasulo for seats on the board. Disney's stock rose after reporting better-than-expected earnings, and the company has urged shareholders to reject Trian's slate.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #disney #epic-games

sports-and-entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery Unite for Fall 2024 Sports Streaming Service"

ESPN, FOX, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to launch a joint sports streaming service in fall of 2024, offering access to a wide range of sports networks and rights. The pricing is yet to be announced, but it is expected to be a significant offering for sports fans, potentially priced between $50-55 per month. The joint venture, which does not have a formal name yet, will have a one-third split in ownership between ESPN, WBD Sports, and Fox, and is seen as a step forward in the media business.

via The Athletic|

#espn #fox #joint-venture