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Canada’s Netflix Tax Sparks Fresh Debate Among Creators and Unions
business1 day ago

Canada’s Netflix Tax Sparks Fresh Debate Among Creators and Unions

Canada’s CRTC ordered American streaming platforms to contribute 15% of Canadian revenues to subsidize local film and TV production under the Online Streaming Act, on top of an interim 5% Canadian-content expenditure. Industry unions and associations warn the framework could threaten original Canadian storytelling without clear rules and accountability, while the Motion Pictures Association criticizes the obligations as burdensome and potentially USMCA-incompatible; implementation is further delayed by legal challenges and court actions.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#business#canada#canadian-content
D4VD Dropped by Interscope, Collabs Pulled as Streaming Platforms Face Pressure
music1 month ago

D4VD Dropped by Interscope, Collabs Pulled as Streaming Platforms Face Pressure

D4VD was quietly dropped by Interscope last year after his murder arrest, and Universal Music Group has helped collaborators remove their tracks from streaming platforms. Artists like Kali Uchis, Holly Humberstone, Laufey, and Damiano David have pulled joint songs, while YouTube has demonetized D4VD’s account. Streaming services are under pressure to remove his catalog, though Spotify and Apple have not commented.

via Yahoo|
#d4vd#industry-blackout#interscope-records
Six Programs Honored by TV Academy for Driving Social Change
awards-news1 month ago

Six Programs Honored by TV Academy for Driving Social Change

The Television Academy announced the 19th Television Academy Honors, recognizing six programs (Adolescence; Deaf President Now!; Dying for Sex; Heated Rivalry; Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television; South Park) that use storytelling to advance social change. The honorees—spanning Netflix, Apple TV, FX/Hulu, HBO Max, and Comedy Central—address topics from online misogyny and disability rights to racism and political satire, with a 2025 air showcase and a ceremony set for May 20, 2026 at the Saban Media Center.

via Television Academy|
#awards-news#documentaries#representation
DOJ Investigates NFL Over Cross-Platform Game Licensing and Consumer Cost
politics1 month ago

DOJ Investigates NFL Over Cross-Platform Game Licensing and Consumer Cost

The Justice Department is reportedly probing the NFL’s licensing of games across paid streaming services and other platforms, focusing on consumer affordability and fair competition. The inquiry, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, could influence the league’s media-rights talks—with Paramount Skydance eyed for an expanded deal—while NFL defends its distribution model. Lawmakers like Sen. Mike Lee reference the Sports Broadcasting Act amid concerns that widespread streaming of games may affect antitrust exemptions and consumer access.

via CBS News|
#antitrust#doj-investigation#media-rights
Chinese-Backed Micro-Dramas Shift Latin America's Streaming Pace
business3 months ago

Chinese-Backed Micro-Dramas Shift Latin America's Streaming Pace

Chinese-backed micro-dramas are reshaping Latin America's streaming scene, with DramaBox and ReelShort leading a surge in mobile, short-episode entertainment and the region becoming the fastest-growing market for engagement. While boosting growth, analysts say these platforms won't replace Netflix due to different business models and margins; LATAM's 2024–25 revenue growth outpaced the U.S., and global short-drama revenue outside China is projected to reach $3B in 2026.

via CNBC|
#business#china#dramabox
Humans Embrace Imperfection Amid AI-Generated Fake Tracks
entertainment8 months ago

Humans Embrace Imperfection Amid AI-Generated Fake Tracks

AI-generated fake tracks are increasingly targeting living artists, using their music to create unauthorized albums that mimic their style, causing distress and confusion. Artists like Emily Portman and Josh Kaufman have been affected, with platforms like Spotify taking weeks to remove such content. The artists emphasize the importance of human creativity and authenticity in music.

via MusicRadar|
#ai-fake-tracks#artists-victims#entertainment
Documentary Filmmakers Struggle with Federal Funding Shortage
media-and-culture9 months ago

Documentary Filmmakers Struggle with Federal Funding Shortage

The documentary filmmaking community faces significant challenges due to federal funding cuts, including the rescinding of the CPB's budget, leading to budget reductions at PBS and other organizations. Despite these setbacks, filmmakers and media organizations are exploring alternative funding sources and digital platforms to continue producing and distributing documentaries, emphasizing resilience and innovation in the face of financial adversity.

via NPR|
#documentaries#funding-shortfall#independent-film