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AMC Networks’ Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade Steps Down

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Martedì, Novembre 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade has stepped down from her role.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade has stepped down from her role.
  • The AMC Networks Board of Directors is currently finalizing who it will name as a replacement, with an announcement to follow.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

Getty Images and BBC Studios Renew Five Year Global Representation Partnership

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Martedì, Novembre 15, 2022

LONDON, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, today announced the renewal of its longstanding partnership with BBC Studios, the commercial subsidiary of the BBC Group. The five-year deal sees Getty Images continue in its role as the exclusive global distribution partner of BBC Motion Gallery, the global content company's video clip sales business.

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  • The five-year deal sees Getty Images continue in its role as the exclusive global distribution partner of BBC Motion Gallery, the global content company's video clip sales business.
  • Dominic Walker, Director of Radio & Music & Motion Gallery at BBC Studios said: Relationships that grow and succeed are built on trust, openness and mutual commitment.
  • BBC Studios is a commercial subsidiary of the BBC Group with profits (EBITDA) of 226 million on sales of 1.6bn (21/22).
  • BBC.com, BBC Studios global digital news platform, has 139 million unique browser visits each month.

Television Business International Announces 2022 Content Innovation Awards Winners

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Martedì, Novembre 15, 2022

Companies including YouTube, Cineflix, Banijay Rights and BBC Studios took home prizes in key Awards categories at the annual CIA's, which are run by industry leading title Television Business International (TBI).

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  • Companies including YouTube, Cineflix, Banijay Rights and BBC Studios took home prizes in key Awards categories at the annual CIA's, which are run by industry leading title Television Business International (TBI).
  • Special Award winners being honoured this year included Viaplays CEO Anders Jensen, Viaplays EVP and Chief Content Officer Filippa Wallestam, Creative Diversity Network's CEO Deborah Williams and Banijay Rights' VP of Digital Shaun Keeble.
  • The judges for this years CIA awards include Annika Allen, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at All3Media; Mikiko Nishiyama, EVP of International Business Development at Nippon TV; Sean Henry, VP, Content Strategy & Acquisitions, Kids EMEA at Warner Bros.
  • The winners of the CIA Awards are as follows:

The Global Wellness Institute Introduces "In Pursuit of Wellness: The Art & Science of Living Well," a New Digital Series Produced by BBC StoryWorks for the GWI

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Martedì, Novembre 1, 2022

MIAMI, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), the leading research and educational resource for the $4.4 trillion global wellness industry, today announced the global launch of "In Pursuit of Wellness: The Art & Science of Living Well", a new digital series produced by BBC StoryWorks, the commercial content division of BBC Studios, for the GWI.

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  • The series had its world premiere today at the Global Wellness Summit in Tel Aviv
    MIAMI, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), the leading research and educational resource for the $4.4 trillion global wellness industry, today announced the global launch of " In Pursuit of Wellness: The Art & Science of Living Well ", a new digital series produced by BBC StoryWorks, the commercial content division of BBC Studios, for the GWI.
  • This fascinating series of films and stories takes a dramatically different, more expansive approach to the multi-faceted wellness movement.
  • It asks what true wellness is, exploring a range of ancient traditions and modern innovations, and the science underpinning them.
  • About the Global Wellness Institute: The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a non-profit 501(c)(3), is considered the leading global research and educational resource for the global wellness industry and is known for introducing major industry initiatives and regional events that bring together leaders to chart the future.

Asia Video Summit Returns in 2022 with a Focus on a Future of Growth and Sustainability in Asia

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Martedì, Ottobre 25, 2022

The Asia Video Summit is organized by Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) with Create Hong Kong of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as the Lead Sponsor.

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  • The Asia Video Summit is organized by Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) with Create Hong Kong of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as the Lead Sponsor.
  • Do subscriber numbers foretell a golden period of growth in Asia that can counter negative narratives from the West?
  • At this year's Summit, we will be speaking to the people who are determining the future of the video industry in Asia.
  • The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific.

CBS UNVEILS A HAUNTED MIRROR ENABLING FANS TO COMMUNICATE WITH SPIRITS FROM THE CBS ORIGINAL SERIES "GHOSTS" IN CELEBRATION OF THE HIT COMEDY'S HALLOWEEN EPISODE!

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Mercoledì, Ottobre 26, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today CBS is unveiling a Victorian-style mirror that enables fans to communicate with the spirits from CBS Original series GHOSTS, in celebration of the hit comedy's Halloween episode, to be broadcast Thursday, Oct. 27 on the Network, and available on Paramount+. The haunted mirror, which will be available in both mortal and digital realms, was inspired by departed soul Trevor's special power to connect with the "livings" in the mansion by writing messages on the foggy bathroom mirror. In this week's Halloween episode of GHOSTS, Trevor attempts to convey a vital message to "living" Jay from him and his fellow spirits.

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  • In this week's Halloween episode of GHOSTS, Trevor attempts to convey a vital message to "living" Jay from him and his fellow spirits.
  • Today (Wednesday, Oct. 26) from 6:00-10:00 PM and Thursday, Oct. 27 from 3:00-8:00 PM, fans can access the CBS GHOSTS-branded Victorian-style mirror on Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.
  • The series is produced by CBS Studios in association with Lionsgate Television and BBC Studios' Los Angeles production arm.
  • For more information on the CBS Original series GHOSTS, click HERE .

AMC Networks to Report Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Venerdì, Ottobre 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the third quarter of 2022 on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the third quarter of 2022 on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • AMC Networks will issue a press release reporting its results before the market opening.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

Bluey Balloon to Debut at 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®

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Mercoledì, Ottobre 12, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today BBC Studios and Macy's, announced that Bluey, the star of the hit series Bluey will soar above the streets of New York City as a new giant character balloon in the 96th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®.

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  • The Bluey balloon will make its debut with 3.5 million spectators and 50 million viewers nationwide on Thursday, November 24, in the world-famous Parade.
  • "Millions of families will be thrilled to see Bluey celebrate her first New York Thanksgiving as she soars above the streets of Manhattan on Parade Day."
  • "Being part of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a true highlight for Bluey," said Rebecca Glashow, Chief Executive Officer, Global Distribution, BBC Studios.
  • The Bluey balloon was created by Macy's Parade Studio's team of artists and measures 51-feet long, 37-feet wide and 52-feet tall.

Deezer invests to create livestreaming powerhouse as Driift acquires Dreamstage

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Venerdì, Settembre 30, 2022

PARIS, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deezer (EURONEXT: DEEZR), the global music streaming service, today announced an exciting new chapter for Driift, a leading UK based livestreaming business. Driift is acquiring Dreamstage and will be further strengthened by an additional £4M investment from Deezer. The acquisition brings together Driift's award winning production capabilities with Dreamstage's best-in-class technology and commerce platform. The combined business will continue under the Driift name as an independent entity, run by CEO Ric Salmon and COO Claire Mas. With a total investment from Deezer of around $7M[1] this year, Driift has secured enough funds to execute on its business plan and accelerate growth.

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  • Driift is acquiring Dreamstage and will be further strengthened by an additional 4M investment from Deezer.
  • Jeronimo Folgueira, CEO of Deezer said, "As the home of music, this is a milestone moment for Deezer.
  • Investing in both businesses in 2021 and 2022, Deezer remained a minority shareholder in Driift, and became a majority shareholder in Dreamstage, before the transaction.
  • As a result of the business combination and its additional investment, Deezer will become the largest shareholder of Driift.

Deezer invests to create livestreaming powerhouse as Driift acquires Dreamstage

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Venerdì, Settembre 30, 2022

PARIS, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deezer (EURONEXT: DEEZR), the global music streaming service, today announced an exciting new chapter for Driift, a leading UK based livestreaming business. Driift is acquiring Dreamstage and will be further strengthened by an additional £4M investment from Deezer. The acquisition brings together Driift's award winning production capabilities with Dreamstage's best-in-class technology and commerce platform. The combined business will continue under the Driift name as an independent entity, run by CEO Ric Salmon and COO Claire Mas. With a total investment from Deezer of around $7M[1] this year, Driift has secured enough funds to execute on its business plan and accelerate growth.

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  • Driift is acquiring Dreamstage and will be further strengthened by an additional 4M investment from Deezer.
  • Jeronimo Folgueira, CEO of Deezer said, "As the home of music, this is a milestone moment for Deezer.
  • Investing in both businesses in 2021 and 2022, Deezer remained a minority shareholder in Driift, and became a majority shareholder in Dreamstage, before the transaction.
  • As a result of the business combination and its additional investment, Deezer will become the largest shareholder of Driift.