Streambox Media is a media-tech venture founded by Anuj Gandhi and backed by Micromax Informatics, along with Nikhil Kamath and Stride Ventures.
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Punit Goenka withdraws consent for re-appointment as ZEEL’s MD in upcoming AGM
In a November 18 statement, Punit Goenka said he had asked ZEEL’s board to relieve him from the position of managing director as he wants to ‘focus’ on the operational responsibilities as the chief executive officer.
Sony Pictures secures exclusive media rights for ACC, pays 70% hike for deal
According to the ACC, the landmark deal comprises media rights for tournaments like Men’s and Women’s Asia Cups, Men’s and Women’s Under-19 Asia Cups, and the Men’s and Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cups.
Massive disruption in US media industry, Comcast to spin off cable channels
Comcast announced that the new entity will include USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and the Golf Channel, along with several “complementary digital assets” such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, and SportsEngine.
TRAI extends deadline for comments on authorisation framework for broadcasting services
The telecom authority’s consultation paper aims to streamline licensing and service rules across broadcasting services.
BARC reports net profit of Rs 20 crore in FY 2024
The revenue of BARC fell marginally by 0.6 percent to Rs 319 crore in FY 24 from Rs 321 crore in FY 23
Disney Earnings Q4 2024: “Well positioned for growth and optimistic about our future,” says CEO Bob Iger
“This was a pivotal and successful year for The Walt Disney Company, and thanks to the significant progress we’ve made, we have emerged from a period of considerable challenges and disruption…” said Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company.
BARC identifies premium households, panels to be installed by April 2025
The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) had ordered over 5,000 premium panels to measure CTV consumption in the country.
NBDA to keep its stance regarding ‘fake news’ infront of Parliament panel
An official statement said the Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology will meet on November 21 on the subject of “Review of mechanisms to curb fake news.”
Mega IPL auction to take place in Saudi Arabia on Nov 24 and 25
The 10 franchises collectively have around ₹641.5 crore available for the 204 slots, of which 70 are reserved for overseas players.