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Netflix Lays Off Around 1,000 Employees in Largest Cuts Since 2022
Netflix is cutting approximately 1,000 jobs across product, technology, legal, and human resources teams in its largest workforce reduction since 2022.
NOW launches new Sky Sports memberships
NOW has overhauled its streaming lineup by splitting Sky Sports into distinct football and multi-sport subscription tiers to give viewers more choice.
BBC plans to shut TV channels and move online to save £500m
The BBC is preparing to scale back traditional television broadcasting operations and accelerate its shift toward online-only delivery to secure significant financial savings.
YouTube Offers Millions To Top Creators To Block Netflix Deals
YouTube is reportedly deploying multi-million dollar retention packages up to $10 million to block top creators from signing exclusive deals with rival streaming platforms.
South Africa and New Zealand rugby test available to stream for free
Rugby fans can stream the high-profile clashes between South Africa and New Zealand for free via RugbyPass TV in the US, while other regions rely on paid subscriptions or local broadcasters.
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean track sets UK chart record despite streaming fragmentation
Sam Fender and Olivia Dean's single Rein Me In has become the longest-running number-one single in UK chart history, sparking debate over modern listening habits.
eMedia Launches Openview Stream, Africa's First Independent FAST Platform
South African media group eMedia is entering the digital streaming market with the launch of Openview Stream, a FAST platform debuting in seven African countries. The service leverages a partnership with RunnTV to deliver free, ad-supported content across mobile and Connected TV devices.