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Paramount challenges Netflix with a hostile bid for WBD
Ted Sarandos may have won the battle to win over David Zaslav, but the war isn't over just yet, as David Ellison unleashes a new US$108-billion offer.
The Golden Globes shortlist has never been more…golden
Xilam’s streaming surprise wins Kidscreen’s Gold Star!
Science creator Mark Rober expands his kids empire with Scholastic
EXCLUSIVE: The publisher's range of handbooks and activity books will roll out in stores, at book fairs and even as part of a brand-new STEM-focused travelling event.
Nine broadcasters will co-develop GO-N’s Elle(s) after Cartoon Forum
The buzzy adaptation was selected to receive US$70,000 from France TV, BBC, RAI and others through an annual EBU program.
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What Netflix buying WB means for the kids biz
The US$82.7-billion deal poses a significant shake-up to the entertainment world—with a lot of critical questions still unanswered.
Shaw Rocket Fund commissions a whitepaper
Former CBC head of children's content turned researcher Kim Wilson is leading the charge on putting it together and giving Canada's kids biz a path forward.
DEALS: Jazwares is making KPop Demon Hunters Squishmallows
Also, Abu Dhabi Media has forged a new content partnership with Animotion MENA, and Deliveroo is providing on-demand delivery for The Entertainer's holiday toys.
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A broadcaster’s long-term strategy pays off. A studio takes control of its own destiny. An industry-shaking M&A victory. Who should win Kidscreen’s Gold Star?
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- Paramount alleges that Netflix is getting preferential treatment in WBD's bidding process (THR)
- MrBeast is super-popular. Could his next move be an IPO? (TechCrunch)
- Costco sets out to sue the Trump administration to recoup its tariff losses (SupplyChainDive)
- Franklin's publisher has rebuked the US defense secretary for using its character in a violent meme (NPR)
Four Canadian broadcasters greenlight Sphere Media’s By Bunny
While the studio prepares to merge with Zone3, this new 2D-animated series that puts the fun in zoology studies joins its pipeline.
DEALS: Avery and Masa gets adapted as a CG-animated series
Also, Sanrio and Build-A-Bear expand their co-branded stores with more locations, and Hunter Price International is developing LEGO stationery.
Australia’s spend on kids content is down for the second year in a row
Paramount scores another talent coup with Jon M. Chu
Hot off a Wicked double-hit, this family-friendly director has inked a first-look deal with David Ellison's revamped studio.
Checking it twice: An updated list of holiday specials
December is finally here, and we've rounded up some more Christmas one-offs heading your way this winter.
ZURU deepens its UK market presence with a new showcase hub
The Hong Kong-based toyco will use the space to build relationships with regional retailers and licensing partners.
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- Stranger Things season five is Netflix's biggest English-language TV debut ever (Variety)
- Disney's CEO frontrunners met the board to lay out their visions (The Wall Street Journal)
- Knives Out meets Sesame Street in a new co-branded segment for kids (THR)
- HBO Max is getting set to launch in Germany and Italy in January (Advanced Television)
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