Realignment analysis: What the TV ratings say about Pac-12, Mountain West media rights valuationsThe rebuilt Pac-12 is poised for a lucrative media rights deal starting in 2026, alongside a revitalized Mountain West.
Radical ideas for the Pac-12 football schedule to (potentially) boost media rights value and separate itselfThe Pac-12 is adopting a 'blank slate' mentality for strategic planning, particularly regarding its new media rights contract.
Mailbag: How poaching penalty' lawsuit could impact Pac-12 expansion, travel for Olympic sports, Gonzaga's rev-share edge(?) and moreThe Pac-12 is exploring expansion options but lacks clarity on the next school to join.
Mailbag: Why the Pac-12 expansion calculation depends on media rights, Stanford's mess, Whittingham's place of honor and morePac-12 is delaying expansion until media rights deal is secured despite potential impact from adding new teams.
Realignment analysis: What the TV ratings say about Pac-12, Mountain West media rights valuationsThe rebuilt Pac-12 is poised for a lucrative media rights deal starting in 2026, alongside a revitalized Mountain West.
Radical ideas for the Pac-12 football schedule to (potentially) boost media rights value and separate itselfThe Pac-12 is adopting a 'blank slate' mentality for strategic planning, particularly regarding its new media rights contract.
Mailbag: How poaching penalty' lawsuit could impact Pac-12 expansion, travel for Olympic sports, Gonzaga's rev-share edge(?) and moreThe Pac-12 is exploring expansion options but lacks clarity on the next school to join.
Mailbag: Why the Pac-12 expansion calculation depends on media rights, Stanford's mess, Whittingham's place of honor and morePac-12 is delaying expansion until media rights deal is secured despite potential impact from adding new teams.
Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036Comcast's new $3 billion deal with the IOC extends media rights for the Olympics to 2036, establishing a strategic partnership.
Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036Comcast and the IOC have formed a groundbreaking partnership extending Olympic media rights through 2036, enhancing broadcast capabilities and fan experience.
Are you over Sunday Night Baseball?ESPN is shifting focus away from MLB to NFL and NBA, leading to the decline of baseball programming on the network.
Why are there multiple Monday Night Football' doubleheaders this season?The NFL is increasing Monday Night Football doubleheaders to enhance viewer engagement, supported by a new media rights agreement.
How Penn State's White Out the stadium spectacle ended up on PeacockThe Big Ten's media rights shifts have complicated traditional game scheduling, particularly for iconic events like Penn State's White Out.
NBA rejects matching offer to keep games on TNT, setting up potential legal showdownThe NBA rejected Warner Bros. Discovery's bid to match Amazon Prime Video's $1.8 billion per year offer, opting for a long-term arrangement with Amazon instead.
Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036Comcast's new $3 billion deal with the IOC extends media rights for the Olympics to 2036, establishing a strategic partnership.
Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036Comcast and the IOC have formed a groundbreaking partnership extending Olympic media rights through 2036, enhancing broadcast capabilities and fan experience.
Are you over Sunday Night Baseball?ESPN is shifting focus away from MLB to NFL and NBA, leading to the decline of baseball programming on the network.
Why are there multiple Monday Night Football' doubleheaders this season?The NFL is increasing Monday Night Football doubleheaders to enhance viewer engagement, supported by a new media rights agreement.
How Penn State's White Out the stadium spectacle ended up on PeacockThe Big Ten's media rights shifts have complicated traditional game scheduling, particularly for iconic events like Penn State's White Out.
NBA rejects matching offer to keep games on TNT, setting up potential legal showdownThe NBA rejected Warner Bros. Discovery's bid to match Amazon Prime Video's $1.8 billion per year offer, opting for a long-term arrangement with Amazon instead.
Marchand: With ESPN opt-out, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred creates another TV messMLB faces a significant media rights crisis due to ESPN opting out of its lucrative contract.
MASN dispute resolved between Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles, freeing Nats to sell television rights in 2026The MASN dispute between the Nationals and Orioles has ended, allowing the Nationals to seek new broadcasting options after the 2025 season.
Dodgers Owner Mark Walter Part Of MLB's Economic Reform CommitteeMLB faces significant financial tensions related to media rights and revenue disparities, impacting upcoming CBA negotiations.
MLB focusing on media rights plan for all teamsMLB commissioner Rob Manfred expresses relief over Diamond Sports Group's bankruptcy resolution, enabling future media rights flexibility.
Marchand: With ESPN opt-out, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred creates another TV messMLB faces a significant media rights crisis due to ESPN opting out of its lucrative contract.
MASN dispute resolved between Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles, freeing Nats to sell television rights in 2026The MASN dispute between the Nationals and Orioles has ended, allowing the Nationals to seek new broadcasting options after the 2025 season.
Dodgers Owner Mark Walter Part Of MLB's Economic Reform CommitteeMLB faces significant financial tensions related to media rights and revenue disparities, impacting upcoming CBA negotiations.
MLB focusing on media rights plan for all teamsMLB commissioner Rob Manfred expresses relief over Diamond Sports Group's bankruptcy resolution, enabling future media rights flexibility.
Football's relentless hunt for profits still not matching global popularityThe football industry, despite growth, faces challenges in achieving profitability similar to Hollywood's past uncertainty.
Google 'profiting from crime' says Spanish football boss TebasLaLiga accuses Google of profiting from digital piracy and taking legal action against it.
UK newspapers blanket their covers to protest loss of AI protectionsThe 'Make It Fair' campaign protests UK copyright updates that may permit AI companies to use protected creative works without permission.
Stanford Drops Disciplinary Case Against Student Journalist Covering Gaza ProtestStudent journalist Dilan Gohill was arrested while covering a protest but was later cleared of wrongdoing by Stanford University.
UK newspapers blanket their covers to protest loss of AI protectionsThe 'Make It Fair' campaign protests UK copyright updates that may permit AI companies to use protected creative works without permission.
Stanford Drops Disciplinary Case Against Student Journalist Covering Gaza ProtestStudent journalist Dilan Gohill was arrested while covering a protest but was later cleared of wrongdoing by Stanford University.
White House: AP has no right to access Trump in Oval Office or Air Force OneThe White House claims it can restrict AP's media access, asserting that such access is a presidential discretion and not a constitutional entitlement.
Federal judge blocks enforcement of Louisiana's police buffer-zone' lawLouisiana's police-buffer law was blocked for being vague and violating the 14th Amendment, threatening First Amendment rights.
White House: AP has no right to access Trump in Oval Office or Air Force OneThe White House claims it can restrict AP's media access, asserting that such access is a presidential discretion and not a constitutional entitlement.
Federal judge blocks enforcement of Louisiana's police buffer-zone' lawLouisiana's police-buffer law was blocked for being vague and violating the 14th Amendment, threatening First Amendment rights.
Afghan women's radio to resume broadcast after Taliban lift suspensionRadio Begum has resumed broadcasts after Taliban lifted its suspension, affirming women's rights in media despite restrictions.
Netflix Looking to Take NFL's Sunday Afternoon Games from Fox and CBS in Next Media Deal: ReportNetflix is looking to expand into NFL Sunday afternoon games, aiming to disrupt existing broadcasting deals.
Will AI change how you watch the Super Bowl?Technology is transforming sports engagement, enhancing viewer experiences through AI, AR, and VR while maintaining the unique in-person atmosphere of events like the Super Bowl.
How the new NFL app keeps you hooked on football all weekThe redesigned NFL app aims to enhance fan experience and drive subscriptions to NFL+, launching just before the 2024 season.
Netflix Looking to Take NFL's Sunday Afternoon Games from Fox and CBS in Next Media Deal: ReportNetflix is looking to expand into NFL Sunday afternoon games, aiming to disrupt existing broadcasting deals.
Will AI change how you watch the Super Bowl?Technology is transforming sports engagement, enhancing viewer experiences through AI, AR, and VR while maintaining the unique in-person atmosphere of events like the Super Bowl.
How the new NFL app keeps you hooked on football all weekThe redesigned NFL app aims to enhance fan experience and drive subscriptions to NFL+, launching just before the 2024 season.
NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery offer, completing media rights deal with AmazonThe NBA secures a $76 billion media deal, shifts from TNT to Amazon for streaming rights, focusing on reaching younger audiences.
NBA All-Star Sunday was slightly better than last year, but biggest issues remainThe NBA's financial landscape complicates player motivation in All-Star games, raising questions about its relevance today.
Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement with NBA'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN and ABC after this season, retaining its core team.
TBS, Warner Bros. Discovery File Lawsuit Against NBA Over Media Rights DealTBS/Warner Bros. Discovery sue NBA over media rights matching issue.
Barkley rebounds? TNT star might mull new jobCharles Barkley may become a free agent if TNT doesn't honor his contract due to losing NBA rights.He is open to listening to offers from other networks but hinted at possible retirement after TNT's final NBA broadcasting season.
Falling NBA TV Ratings And Betting TrendsThe NBA's declining TV ratings have not hindered its financial growth, highlighted by a record media rights deal.
NBA rejects Warner Bros. Discovery offer, completing media rights deal with AmazonThe NBA secures a $76 billion media deal, shifts from TNT to Amazon for streaming rights, focusing on reaching younger audiences.
NBA All-Star Sunday was slightly better than last year, but biggest issues remainThe NBA's financial landscape complicates player motivation in All-Star games, raising questions about its relevance today.
Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement with NBA'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN and ABC after this season, retaining its core team.
TBS, Warner Bros. Discovery File Lawsuit Against NBA Over Media Rights DealTBS/Warner Bros. Discovery sue NBA over media rights matching issue.
Barkley rebounds? TNT star might mull new jobCharles Barkley may become a free agent if TNT doesn't honor his contract due to losing NBA rights.He is open to listening to offers from other networks but hinted at possible retirement after TNT's final NBA broadcasting season.
Falling NBA TV Ratings And Betting TrendsThe NBA's declining TV ratings have not hindered its financial growth, highlighted by a record media rights deal.
Former football players sue over 'Last Chance U'Former East Mississippi football players are suing for $30 million over portrayal in 'Last Chance U' without compensation.
GAAGO to keep broadcast rights for 2025 championship as TG4 loses outGAA to buy out RTÉ's stake in GAAGO and retain its rights for domestic game broadcasting.
Declan Lee: The League of Ireland was once the FAI's problem child but has now become the prodigal sonThe League of Ireland has regained popularity and recognition after years of neglect.
Former football players sue over 'Last Chance U'Former East Mississippi football players are suing for $30 million over portrayal in 'Last Chance U' without compensation.
GAAGO to keep broadcast rights for 2025 championship as TG4 loses outGAA to buy out RTÉ's stake in GAAGO and retain its rights for domestic game broadcasting.
Declan Lee: The League of Ireland was once the FAI's problem child but has now become the prodigal sonThe League of Ireland has regained popularity and recognition after years of neglect.
The NWSL rides a 'rocket ship' of interest in women's sports to a record-setting yearThe interest in women's sports has dramatically increased, exemplified by record attendance at events like the NWSL playoff match.The significant growth in women's sports attendance and media presence marks a transformational year in 2024.
Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women's World Cup in landmark deal'Netflix secures exclusive broadcast rights to 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone in women's sports media rights.
Why a PE firm is investing in women's sports and how it aims to close the gap in how rights are valuedAtwater Capital aims to innovate and capitalize on overlooked opportunities in women's sports through their investment in League One Volleyball.
WNBA players opt out of CBA: How it will impact 2025 season, free agency -- and what players are asking forWNBA players will opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement, signaling potential shifts in the league's future and player rights.
Media Buying Briefing: As sports enjoys a moment, buyers find new ways to get in via influencers and CTVSports investment strategies must evolve with rising viewership and digital content trends post-Olympics, bolstered by new media rights deals.
The NWSL rides a 'rocket ship' of interest in women's sports to a record-setting yearThe interest in women's sports has dramatically increased, exemplified by record attendance at events like the NWSL playoff match.The significant growth in women's sports attendance and media presence marks a transformational year in 2024.
Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women's World Cup in landmark deal'Netflix secures exclusive broadcast rights to 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone in women's sports media rights.
Why a PE firm is investing in women's sports and how it aims to close the gap in how rights are valuedAtwater Capital aims to innovate and capitalize on overlooked opportunities in women's sports through their investment in League One Volleyball.
WNBA players opt out of CBA: How it will impact 2025 season, free agency -- and what players are asking forWNBA players will opt out of their current collective bargaining agreement, signaling potential shifts in the league's future and player rights.
Media Buying Briefing: As sports enjoys a moment, buyers find new ways to get in via influencers and CTVSports investment strategies must evolve with rising viewership and digital content trends post-Olympics, bolstered by new media rights deals.
Why the owner of UFC and WWE is having a momentTKO Holdings is leveraging the popularity surge of WWE and UFC to expand media rights and event offerings.
All Elite Wrestling will start streaming on Max in JanuaryWWE Raw will move to Netflix in January, altering the landscape of wrestling streaming.AEW extends its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, simulcasting on Max starting January 2025.
Why the owner of UFC and WWE is having a momentTKO Holdings is leveraging the popularity surge of WWE and UFC to expand media rights and event offerings.
All Elite Wrestling will start streaming on Max in JanuaryWWE Raw will move to Netflix in January, altering the landscape of wrestling streaming.AEW extends its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, simulcasting on Max starting January 2025.
Cork GAA declined request to move throw-in time of Saturday's NHL game against Limerick due to clash with Six Nations openerCork GAA prioritized supporter attendance and declined to reschedule a match conflicting with a major rugby event.
Why live sport is a 'magic serum' for TV - but not everyone is winningLive sports broadcasting is thriving, even as traditional TV viewership declines, with record media rights values driving continued demand and investment.
Sports tech startup targets '100% AI automation' in broadcastingAutomated sports streaming startup Spiideo raised $20mn to enhance its AI camera system, transforming the sports broadcasting industry.
Virgin Media confirm four-year deal with League of Ireland as RTE are sidelinedRTE loses rights to cover the League of Ireland until at least 2029 after Virgin Media secures exclusive broadcasting deal.
Why live sport is a 'magic serum' for TV - but not everyone is winningLive sports broadcasting is thriving, even as traditional TV viewership declines, with record media rights values driving continued demand and investment.
Sports tech startup targets '100% AI automation' in broadcastingAutomated sports streaming startup Spiideo raised $20mn to enhance its AI camera system, transforming the sports broadcasting industry.
Virgin Media confirm four-year deal with League of Ireland as RTE are sidelinedRTE loses rights to cover the League of Ireland until at least 2029 after Virgin Media secures exclusive broadcasting deal.
'The New York Times' takes OpenAI to court. ChatGPT's future could be on the lineThe New York Times and other publishers are suing OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement over the data used to train ChatGPT.
New York Daily News, NY Times ask federal judge to reject OpenAI, Microsoft challenges to copyright suitOpenAI and Microsoft are accused of using copyrighted news stories without permission to train their AI products.
'The New York Times' takes OpenAI to court. ChatGPT's future could be on the lineThe New York Times and other publishers are suing OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement over the data used to train ChatGPT.
New York Daily News, NY Times ask federal judge to reject OpenAI, Microsoft challenges to copyright suitOpenAI and Microsoft are accused of using copyrighted news stories without permission to train their AI products.
Israel extends closure of Al Jazeera office in occupied West BankRenewed closure of Al Jazeera's office in Ramallah reflects ongoing censorship issues and heightened tensions in the region surrounding press freedom.
Hong Kong journalists harassed in systemic and organised attack'Journalists in Hong Kong have faced a wave of systemic harassment aimed at undermining press freedom and intimidating the media community.
Keir Starmer says media firms should have control of output used in AIMedia outlets should control and be paid for their work as AI transforms the industry.
Five Palestinian journalists killed in Israeli strike on van in Gaza, employer saysFive Palestinian journalists were killed in an Israeli airstrike, raising concerns about the targeting of media personnel amid ongoing conflict.
Five journalists killed in Israeli strike near Gaza hospitalFive journalists from Al-Quds Today were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza while covering a story near al-Awda Hospital.
Israel Raids and Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Bureau in the West BankIsraeli forces raided Al Jazeera's West Bank bureau, accusing it of supporting terrorism and closing it for 45 days.
French newspapers take legal action against Elon Musk's X over content useMajor French newspapers are suing X for unpaid content distribution rights.French media claim X ignores their request for payment negotiations.
Hong Kong journalists harassed in systemic and organised attack'Journalists in Hong Kong have faced a wave of systemic harassment aimed at undermining press freedom and intimidating the media community.
Keir Starmer says media firms should have control of output used in AIMedia outlets should control and be paid for their work as AI transforms the industry.
Five Palestinian journalists killed in Israeli strike on van in Gaza, employer saysFive Palestinian journalists were killed in an Israeli airstrike, raising concerns about the targeting of media personnel amid ongoing conflict.
Five journalists killed in Israeli strike near Gaza hospitalFive journalists from Al-Quds Today were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza while covering a story near al-Awda Hospital.
Israel Raids and Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Bureau in the West BankIsraeli forces raided Al Jazeera's West Bank bureau, accusing it of supporting terrorism and closing it for 45 days.
French newspapers take legal action against Elon Musk's X over content useMajor French newspapers are suing X for unpaid content distribution rights.French media claim X ignores their request for payment negotiations.
Warriors are more valuable than Lakers, Dodgers or Yankees, per new assessmentWarriors valued at $9.1 billion, leading NBA franchises and second in U.S. sports.
Looking for the Answer to the Question, "Do I Really Own the Digital Media I Paid For?"Digital copies of media come with significant ownership rights loss compared to physical copies.
NY Liberty's Breanna Stewart Leads Women's Sports Revolution With TNT DealUnrivaled's partnership with TNT Sports aims to enhance visibility for women's basketball with over 45 primetime games starting January 2025.
'Counter Pressed' Investigates: Media RightsThe media rights landscape for women's football is evolving, reflecting the increasing interest and investment in the sport.
Arsenal Improvements? Chelsea's New Record and a New Media Rights Deal.WSL teams showcase contrasting fortunes with Manchester United's struggle and Chelsea's strong performance amid discussions on new media rights.
'Counter Pressed' Investigates: Media RightsThe media rights landscape for women's football is evolving, reflecting the increasing interest and investment in the sport.
Arsenal Improvements? Chelsea's New Record and a New Media Rights Deal.WSL teams showcase contrasting fortunes with Manchester United's struggle and Chelsea's strong performance amid discussions on new media rights.
WWE and UFC owner is buying IMG, Professional Bull Riders and On Location for $3.25 billionTKO Group has acquired PBR, On Location, and IMG for $3.25 billion, enhancing their presence in the premium sports market.
Marlins parts ways with several employees: The details. And Marlins' TV plan amid Bally newsThe Marlins are undergoing a major overhaul, parting ways with their entire coaching staff and some front office employees.
Mountain West Conference gets commitments from 7 remaining members - ESPNThe Mountain West has secured commitments from its remaining schools, enhancing stability and focusing on the future amid changes in intercollegiate athletics.
Dana White: Potential Media Partners Will Be in Attendance at UFC 306UFC 306 sets a new standard for sports events through its innovative production at the Sphere in Las Vegas, elevating the viewer experience.
Brothel ring case: Alleged clients ask SJC to keep hearings privateThe Supreme Judicial Court is reviewing whether to disclose the identities of 28 men accused of buying sex from a brothel ring in Boston.
How the convergence of sports and streaming creates opportunities for platforms and advertisersThe convergence of sports and streaming is transforming fan experiences and content accessibility.
The Stack: Latest Ad Tech Deals and AcquisitionsDeals and acquisitions in the media and sports industries are significant this week.