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Netflix stumbles as co-founder Reed Hastings hits the eject button
In the shadow of a failed merger, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings exits the board as Q1 earnings miss expectations.
by Duane Hatherly – Apr 17, 2026
David Ellison's nightmare: A-list coalition unites to kill the AU$156B Warner merger
A coalition of 1,000 Hollywood stars has launched a revolt to kill the AU$156B Paramount and Warner Bros. mega-merger.
by Duane Hatherly – Apr 14, 2026
Netflix unveils Playground as alternative to ad-supported kids apps
The app offers a library of games and interactive experiences built around children’s franchises.
by Natasha Lee – Apr 7, 2026
Disney+ lines up ad tier for Australia and New Zealand as streaming wars shift to scale
The new Standard with Ads plan will sit alongside existing Standard and Premium tiers, offering a lower price point.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 30, 2026
Foxtel Business scores exclusive beIN SPORTS deal bringing football and tennis back
The deal sees Foxtel Business become the exclusive distributor of beIN SPORTS’ three linear channels in pubs and clubs.
by Vihan Mathur – Mar 27, 2026
Video Futures Collective formalises as industry body amid streaming surge
The move brings together founding members Amazon Prime, Disney Advertising, Foxtel Media, Netflix, Samsung Ads, SBS, Vevo and YouTube.
by Mediaweek – Mar 23, 2026
Love on the Spectrum: Karina Holden on why kindness scales
Northern Pictures’ Karina Holden shares how a small crew built the Netflix series into a massive global hit.
by Duane Hatherly – Mar 19, 2026
News Australia’s Tubi bet pays off with record FAST streaming growth
Free streaming is quietly becoming a serious advertising play.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 11, 2026
Jamie Durie reveals surprising new move
The multi-hyphen TV personality is broadening his presentation skills.
by Vihan Mathur – Mar 9, 2026
Netflix pulls the plug on Meghan Markle’s 'As Ever' partnership
The move follows Netflix’s decision not to renew With Love, Meghan beyond two seasons.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 9, 2026
Kayo Sports extends F1 rights and brings a dedicated motorsport show
The announcement was made at the F1 Exhibition at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
by Vihan Mathur – Mar 4, 2026
Paramount to merge HBO Max and Paramount+ in $110B deal
Paramount confirms HBO Max and Paramount+ will merge into a single super-streamer to tackle Netflix.
by Duane Hatherly – Mar 3, 2026
Final Siren: Inside the AFL - Prime Video and Box To Box launch a ‘screamer’
Prime Video and Box To Box roll out the red carpet to take the AFL global. We speak with the creators of the hit series.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 27, 2026
Stan. steals the spotlight as Nine lifts EBITDA 6% in tough ad climate
The platform's growth buffered the broader advertising market softness.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 24, 2026
Trump threatens Netflix: Fire Susan Rice or else
The Don is once again shaking up the WBD takeover battle.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 23, 2026
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