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Warner Bros. Discovery narrowed its losses in the fourth quarter as it was caught in a pas de trois with Paramount and Netflix over the sale of the company. The media giant reported a $252 million loss during the fourth calendar quarter of last year. That comes following a $494 million loss a year ago. Subscribers to HBO Max, meanwhile, topped 132 million, a 15 million jump from the fourth quarter of 2024. The streaming subscriber increase came as HBO Max launched in Germany and Italy. Pending launches ...

The bidding war with Paramount could come down to what investors think Warner's cable assets are worth. ...

Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) co-CEO Ted Sarandos is reportedly scheduled to attend meetings at the White House on Thursday as the bidding war to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) heats up.Although it is unclear if Sarandos will have a meeting with Trump during this visit, Sarandos reportedly had a private meeting with Trump in November.Warner Bros.’ board said Paramount's revised bid could potentially qualify as a "superior proposal" compared to Netflix's offer. The company will now continue discuss ...

Core Insights - TKO Group reported a 12% increase in revenue to over $1 billion and achieved a net profit in a mixed quarter, with CEO Ari Emanuel noting significant momentum in both UFC and WWE [1] - UFC sales increased by 17% to $401 million, with profits rising 20% to $213 million, while WWE profits jumped 44% to $165 million on a 21% revenue increase to $360 million [2][3] - TKO is forecasting full-year revenue between $5.675 billion and $5.775 billion, with adjusted EBITDA expected to be between $2.24 billion and $2.29 billion, both higher than previous estimates [7] TKO Group Performance - The IMG segment experienced a decline in sales to $248 million, while TKO is managing premium hospitality and logistics for the FIFA World Cup 2026 [4] - Free cash flow increased to $1.16 billion, up by $691 million, although expenses also rose [4] Strategic Partnerships and Future Outlook - TKO has established long-term media rights agreements, including a significant seven-year deal with Paramount worth an average of $1.1 billion annually for UFC events starting in 2026, and a landmark rights deal with Netflix for WWE's Monday Night Raw in 2024 [6] - The company is positioned for long-term growth with operational strength and plans to initiate the next phase of its capital return program to deliver sustainable value for shareholders [5]

Group 1: NVIDIA and Market Expectations - NVIDIA's earnings are highly anticipated, with expectations of a 5% swing in stock price due to data center performance [2][12] - The company is projected to have a $500 billion pipeline by 2026, with investor focus on demand signals extending into 2027 [4] - Current margins for NVIDIA are at 75%, with concerns about supply constraints affecting delivery capabilities [5][7] Group 2: AI and Investment Sentiment - There is a growing concern that a breakdown in AI trade could undermine major growth engines for equities [8] - Investor confidence in AI-related companies like NVIDIA and Meta is wavering, leading to a contradictory market sentiment [9][11] - Despite fears, there are opportunities emerging in AI and disruptive industries, suggesting a potential for long-term investment [11][13] Group 3: Earnings Season Insights - The overall earnings season has shown strong revenue growth, particularly among technology companies and hyperscalers [14][15] - Companies are increasing spending estimates for 2026, indicating that AI investments are continuing despite market jitters [15] - Salesforce and Snowflake are facing scrutiny regarding their ability to generate new revenue from AI products amid a slowdown in core business growth [53][54] Group 4: Anthropic and Government Relations - Anthropic is facing pressure from the Pentagon to comply with government terms regarding AI technology usage, amid a competitive landscape with companies like OpenAI and Google [28][30] - The company has set conditions against mass surveillance and fully autonomous weapon use, highlighting the tension between safety standards and competitive pressures [31][33] Group 5: Circle and Stablecoin Growth - Circle reported a 72% year-on-year growth in USDC, with transaction volumes reaching nearly $12 trillion, up 250% year-on-year [38][39] - The company is diversifying its offerings and building operating systems for a new economic framework centered around stablecoins [40][41] Group 6: Paramount and Warner Bros. Negotiations - Paramount's new offer for Warner Bros. has met the threshold for further negotiations, with both companies preparing to release earnings [44][46] - The deal dynamics are influenced by regulatory hurdles and the changing landscape of cable television [48][50]

Financial Performance - Paramount reported a 2% increase in total revenue for Q4, reaching $8.15 billion, but experienced wider losses compared to the previous year [1] - Diluted losses per share were 52 cents, up from a loss of 31 cents in the same quarter of the previous year [1] Division Performance - Revenue in the TV Media division decreased by 5%, primarily due to a 10% decline in advertising revenue, with political ad spending in 2024 not having a counterpart in the 2025 quarter [2] - Subscriptions to Paramount+ increased by 4% year-over-year, totaling 78.9 million, contributing to a 10% rise in direct-to-consumer revenue [2] Merger and Negotiations - The merger between Paramount and Skydance, valued at $8.4 billion, was completed in August, affecting the quarterly comparisons on a pro forma basis [1] - Ongoing negotiations with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) are being closely monitored, with a more favorable response from WBD compared to previous interactions [3] - CEO David Ellison has maintained a low profile during these negotiations, contrasting with the more public approach of Netflix's co-CEO [4] Stock Performance - Despite positive developments regarding WBD, Paramount's shares fell by 2% and have decreased by 24% since the beginning of the year, remaining flat since the Skydance merger [5]

Credit: Marc Randolph(co-Founder and first CEO of Netflix) with Anna Tutova(Founder AI Crypto Minds).The serial entrepreneur and first CEO of Netflix reflects on the streamer’s seismic Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, the founder’s mindset and why AI is the ultimate startup weapon.Warner Bros. Discovery’s board said Tuesday that Paramount Skydance’s revised $31-per-share offer could reasonably be expected to lead to a superior proposal, marking the first time the company has formally acknowledged the riv ...

Core Insights - JioHotstar has renewed its contract with Beamr Imaging Ltd., highlighting the importance of Beamr's technology in delivering high-quality video experiences at scale [1][2] Group 1: Company Overview - Beamr Imaging Ltd. (NASDAQ: BMR) specializes in video optimization technology and is recognized for its patented Content-Adaptive Bitrate (CABR) technology [1][4] - The company has established itself as a leader in content-adaptive video compression, with a client base that includes major media companies like Netflix and Paramount [4] Group 2: Technology and Benefits - Beamr's CABR technology allows JioHotstar to achieve 30%-50% reductions in storage and bandwidth costs while maintaining video quality [2][3] - The technology is designed to balance quality standards with operational efficiency, which is crucial for delivering media content to a large audience [3] Group 3: Market Position and Future Prospects - Beamr continues to renew contracts with major media and entertainment customers, indicating strong demand for its video solutions [3] - The company is advancing its offerings with innovative capabilities, including cost-effective 4K live streaming and AI-powered quality enhancements [3][5]

Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX) shares were in premarket trading Wednesday as M&A developments surrounding the company’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc (NASDAQ:WBD) continued to unfold.The new proposal also includes a $7 billion regulatory termination fee and a $2.8 billion termination fee that Warner Bros. would owe Netflix if it walks away from their existing agreement.Board Weighs Competing OffersWarner Bros. Discovery’s board determined that Paramount’s revised proposal could reasonably be ...