Author: Luke Bouma
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The NFL is Looking at Buying Part of ESPN
In a groundbreaking move poised to redefine the sports media landscape, the NFL is reportedly nearing a deal to sell key media assets to Walt Disney Co., ESPN’s parent company, in exchange for a significant equity stake in the sports broadcasting giant, according to sources confirmed by Front Office Sports. The deal, which has been…
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AT&T Adds Over 400,000 5G Home Internet and Fiber Customers as Cord Cutting 2.0 Accelerates
AT&T today reported a robust second quarter, adding 203,000 net AT&T Internet Air 5G Home Internet customers and 243,000 AT&T Fiber subscribers, marking significant strides in its broadband expansion strategy. This growth, announced in the company’s Q2 2025 earnings report, underscores the rising trend of “Cord Cutting 2.0,” as consumers increasingly abandon traditional cable TV…
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6 Years Ago Today “Avengers: Endgame” Was Released & Becomes Highest-Grossing Film in History
Six years ago today, on July 22, 2019, Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame achieved a monumental milestone, becoming the world’s highest-grossing film by surpassing James Cameron’s Avatar. The superhero epic, which concluded an 11-year saga known as the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) Infinity Saga, grossed an astonishing $2.9 billion at the global box office, cementing its…
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Pluto TV Locking Some Content Behind a Login Requirement
Pluto TV, the popular free ad-supported streaming service owned by Paramount Global, has begun testing a new requirement that forces some users to log in to access select channels. The move, which has been met with mixed reactions, appears to be part of a broader strategy to encourage account creation while maintaining the platform’s free-to-use…
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Disney & ESPN Are Reportedly Close to Buying The NFL Network & NFL Redzone
In a move that could reshape the sports media landscape, NFL owners have been informally advised to prepare for a potential vote next month on a long-discussed acquisition of league media assets by Walt Disney Co., the parent company of ESPN, according to sources confirmed by Front Office Sports. The deal, which has been in…
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South Park Creators Reach $1.5 Billion Streaming Deal with Paramount+
In a seismic shift in the streaming wars, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the irreverent minds behind Comedy Central’s South Park, have reportedly inked a colossal five-year deal with Paramount for the global streaming rights to their iconic animated series. According to a report from the Los Angeles Times, the agreement is valued at $300…
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The Roku Channel Bolsters Adds 17 New Channels Including Ones From MGM Like Stargate & American Gladiators
The Roku Channel, a leading free ad-supported streaming service, has announced the addition of 17 new channels to its ever-expanding roster, bringing its total to over 560 free live channels. This latest expansion, effective immediately, offers a diverse array of content catering to sports enthusiasts, adventure seekers, music lovers, and fans of classic television, this…
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Target to End Price Matching with Competitors Like Amazon and Walmart Starting July 28
Target Corporation announced it will discontinue its price-matching policy with competitors such as Amazon and Walmart, effective July 28, 2025. The decision marks a significant shift for the retail giant, which has long offered price matching on identical qualifying items at the time of purchase or within 14 days afterward. According to a statement shared…
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Most Americans Are Not Planning to Buy a New Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or Google TV in 2025
In a recent survey conducted by Cord Cutters News, it was revealed that a significant majority of Americans have no plans to purchase a new streaming player in 2025. The survey, which polled over 1,500 U.S. adults, sheds light on consumer preferences in the rapidly evolving world of streaming media devices, indicating a potential slowdown…
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You Need to Cancel All Of Your Streaming Services
You need to hit the reset button on their streaming habits by canceling all their subscriptions and rethinking their approach to entertainment. With the average American household juggling multiple streaming services, many are unknowingly bleeding cash on platforms they barely use. Experts are now advocating a smarter, more intentional strategy to maximize value and flexibility…