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Oscars to move over to YouTube starting in 2029
The Guardian· 2025-12-17 18:19
Core Insights - The Oscars will transition from broadcast to online, partnering exclusively with YouTube for global rights from 2019 to 2033 [1][2] - The partnership aims to enhance accessibility to the Academy's work for a global audience, benefiting members and the film community [2] - YouTube's CEO expressed hopes that the collaboration will inspire creativity and film appreciation while honoring the Oscars' legacy [3] Partnership Details - The deal includes not only the Oscars ceremony but also red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, and access to the Governors Ball [1] - Additional content will encompass Governors awards, nominations announcements, nominees Luncheon, student Academy awards, interviews, film education programs, and podcasts [3] Audience Engagement - ABC reported a slight increase in ratings for the Oscars, with 19.7 million viewers for the latest ceremony [4] - The Academy has been working to diversify its voting body, with 21% of voters now from outside the US [2] Future Developments - The upcoming ceremony will introduce the first Oscar for casting, with nominations to be announced in January [5]
AMC Networks Ad & Affiliate Revenue Keeps Sliding In Q3, But CEO Sees “A Modern Media Business” Emerging
Deadline· 2025-11-07 12:57
Core Insights - AMC Networks experienced double-digit declines in advertising and affiliate revenue in Q3, missing Wall Street analysts' earnings forecast [1][2] - CEO Kristin Dolan highlighted streaming gains as a sign of a transition towards a digital-focused business [1][2] Financial Performance - Revenue decreased by 6% in Q3, totaling $561.7 million, while earnings per share fell to 18 cents from 91 cents a year ago, missing the analysts' target of 34 cents [2] - Advertising revenue dropped 17% year-over-year to $110 million, attributed to declines in linear ratings and lower marketplace pricing [3] - Affiliate revenues fell 13% to $142 million, impacted by basic subscriber declines and contractual rate decreases [3] - Content licensing revenues decreased by 27% to $59 million, mainly due to timing and availability of deliveries [3] Streaming Performance - Streaming revenues increased by 14% to $174 million, primarily due to price increases, with streaming expected to be the dominant revenue source for the year [4] - The number of streaming subscribers rose by 2% year-over-year to 10.4 million [4] Cash Flow - Free cash flow for the quarter was $42 million, down 22% from the previous year, but the company aims to achieve a target of $250 million in free cash flow for the full year [4]