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- Daily News
The Flint Green Line: An IBC networking event… on a Eurostar train
This year’s IBC will see the launch of a new initiative, The Flint Green Line, celebrating more sustainable travel to industry events. The Green Line is a networking event that takes place on a Eurostar train, travelling from London to Amsterdam on 12 September.
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Vivendi plans London listing for Canal+, Amsterdam float for Havas
French media conglomerate Vivendi has revealed more details of its plan to split up its business, which includes listing Canal+ in London and the Havas advertising business on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange.
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Warner Bros Discovery reportedly mulls break up
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is reportedly considering a plan to split its digital streaming and studio businesses from its legacy linear television networks.
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Netflix adds eight million subscribers in second quarter
Netflix added more than eight million subscribers in its second quarter, taking its total global memberships to nearly 278 million.
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Amazon Prime Video acquires UK’s Bray Film Studios
Amazon Prime Video is acquiring Bray Film Studios in Berkshire.
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Paris Olympics enjoys boom in sponsorship deals
The broadcast and streaming media rights for the 2024 Olympics are expected to reach $3.3bn, a 6% increase on the last event. Growing at a faster rate, according to research by Ampere Analysis, is sponsorship, with the Summer Olympic Games on track to reach its $1.34bn sponsorship revenue target.
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IBC365 launches new ‘Accelerating Innovation’ podcast series
IBC365 is launching a weekly mini podcast series, “Accelerating Innovation”, where some of the sharpest minds in media and entertainment reveal their thinking and approach to innovation, creating the ultimate guide to staying ahead in the fast-paced world of media and technology.
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Study reveals under-representation of women in reality TV leadership roles
Men significantly outnumber women in reality television production, according to a new study on gender disparity in reality television.
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The Bear and Shogun lead Emmy nominations
Japan-set historical drama Shogun leads the contenders for this year Emmy Awards with 25 nominations in the drama category.
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BBC introduces measures to ‘strengthen welfare and support’ on Strictly
The BBC has announced new measures to improve welfare and support for its top-rating series Strictly Come Dancing.
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Directors UK unveils new board
Directors UK, the organisation for professional TV and film directors, has elected a new board following a member vote.
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YouTube ranks second for non-sports content spend, says Ampere report
YouTube spends more on content than VoD-first players such as Netflix and Amazon, according to a report from Ampere Analysis.
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DNEG completes Prime Focus Technologies acquisition
The DNEG Group has completed its acquisition of Prime Focus Technologies (PFT).
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DAZN & beIN Sports agree last-minute deal for France’s Ligue 1
Streaming platform DAZN and Qatari-owned beIN Sports are reported to have acquired the TV rights to French football’s Ligue 1.
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Channel 4 reveals Paris 2024 Paralympic Games coverage plans
Channel 4 has unveiled its broadcast plans and presenting line-up for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
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IBC2024 unveils conference keynotes and sessions tackling critical media challenges
IBC2024 has unveiled a world-class mix of cutting-edge keynotes, presentations, panels, and other sessions at this year’s IBC Conference, from a diverse array of thought leaders from across the global media, entertainment and technology industry.
- Executive Interviews
The Tattooist of Auschwitz: bringing an authentic look to the hit novel adaptation
Having been involved in all elements of picture finishing for the hit series The Tattooist of Auschwitz, colourists Colin Brown and Jon Bruce break down the process, from crafting the filmic look through to final sign-off.
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Channel 4 appoints Streaming Business Director
Channel 4 has appointed Ruth Brougham as Streaming Business Director.
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CNN announces digital overhaul and job cuts
CNN has announced an overhaul of the news network, including plans to build a billion-dollar digital business, experiment with artificial intelligence (AI), and overhaul key newsroom structures.
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ITV launches eBay marketplace for unwanted props and costumes
ITV has partnered with eBay and PropUp Project, a not-for-profit organisation which specialises in rehoming and reselling props and other items from the film and television industry, to launch ITV ReLoved, an official eBay marketplace.