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AT&T CEO Seeks Internet Bill of Rights

AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson Jan. 24 penned an open letter on the telecom’s website asking Congress to enact an “Internet Bill of Rights.” Stephenson contends legislation – unlike net neutrality – is required to not only ensure consumers’ rights, but also provide consistent rules for all Internet companies across all websites, content, devices and applications. … Continue reading “AT&T CEO Seeks Internet Bill of Rights”
Netflix Adds International Expertise to Board

As Netflix expands globally, so too does its board of directors. The subscription streaming video pioneer added Rodolphe Belmer, CEO of Spanish satellite TV operator Eutelsat, to its board, bringing the total number of directors to 10. “We look forward to benefiting from Rodolphe’s wisdom, experience and global perspective as we continue to grow Netflix … Continue reading “Netflix Adds International Expertise to Board”
Netflix Wrote Off $39 Million Due to Kevin Spacey Scandal

Lost in the euphoria of Netflix’s record fourth-quarter subscriber growth, was a $39 million impairment charge management characterized as “unreleased content we’ve decided not to move forward with.” It’s now been reported the charge related to fiscal fallout from sexual harassment allegations against Kevin Spacey, which included shutting down production on the sixth season of … Continue reading “Netflix Wrote Off $39 Million Due to Kevin Spacey Scandal”
UHD Alliance Ramping Up Marketing Efforts

LAS VEGAS — With a new president, the UHD Alliance came to CES 2018 with a new directive. Industry veteran Mike Fidler started in July 2017 with a mission to move the organization beyond technical efforts and grow its marketing activities. For an organization of companies with disparate interests, the key, Fidler said, is “how … Continue reading “UHD Alliance Ramping Up Marketing Efforts”
Brent Haynes Named Head of TV Development at Shout! Factory’s New Studio

Shout! Factory Jan. 11 named industry veteran Brent Haynes to spearhead television development at Shout! Studios, the indie distributor’s upstart original content unit. Haynes, who once was SVP, series development, comedy & animation at MTV, will work with Shout founders Richard and Garson Foos, Bob Emmer and David McIntosh, SVP, content licensing and strategy. Most … Continue reading “Brent Haynes Named Head of TV Development at Shout! Factory’s New Studio”
Ron Sanders Upped to Distribution Chief for Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group

In recognition of the blurring of windows, Ron Sanders, Warner Bros.’ home entertainment chief, has been upped to president of worldwide distribution for the entire motion picture group as part of a broader studio restructuring. “I’m very excited to be able to oversee the distribution of our films from initial release in theaters through home entertainment,” … Continue reading “Ron Sanders Upped to Distribution Chief for Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group”
Netflix Bowing David Letterman Talk Show With Obama Interview

Netflix Jan. 5 tweeted it will launch a talk show with former late-night television host David Letterman. The host’s guest list includes former President Barack Obama, George Clooney, Tina Fey, Jay-Z and Pakistani Nobel Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai. Letterman hosted “Late Night” on CBS for 33 years, ending in 2015. The monthly interview series begins … Continue reading “Netflix Bowing David Letterman Talk Show With Obama Interview”
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Cancels CES Appearance

Federal Communications Commission chairman Ajit Pai has cancelled a planned Jan. 10 appearance at CES 2018 in Las Vegas. The agency gave no official reason for Pai’s decision, which was disclosed Jan. 3 by the Consumer Trade Association, which owns and operates CES. The chairman was slated to participate in a panel discussion with Federal … Continue reading “FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Cancels CES Appearance”
Manga Entertainment CEO Colin Lomax Dies

Veteran U.K. home entertainment executive Colin Lomax has died. The 56-year-old CEO of Manga Entertainment and former head of Anchor Bay Entertainment U.K. reportedly passed away between Christmas and New Year’s Day. The cause of death hasn’t been disclosed. COO Jerome Mazandarani will assume day-to-day operations, according to the anime creator/distributor. “The team here at … Continue reading “Manga Entertainment CEO Colin Lomax Dies”
Roku Promotes Rosenberg to GM of Platform Business, Shannon to Leave Company

Streaming TV pioneer Roku Dec. 27 announced that Scott Rosenberg will become GM of platform business beginning in January 2018. Rosenberg has led Roku’s advertising business and will now also lead content distribution and related services. Five-year Roku veteran and leader of content and services Steve Shannon will leave the company at the end of … Continue reading “Roku Promotes Rosenberg to GM of Platform Business, Shannon to Leave Company”