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- Australia adds live-stream platform Twitch to its teen social media ban (TechCrunch)
- Ubisoft says a US$1.25-billion investment partnership with Tencent is imminent (GI.Biz)
- Google rolls out new AI-powered tools for holiday shoppers (RetailDive)
- KPDH is predicted to win the Oscar for Best Animated Feature (LA Times)
DEALS: The Grinch makes off with a new McDonald’s meal deal
Plus, Amazon is taking over US shipping duties for Funko this holiday season, and ZDF Studios will drive global sales for Baby Animals Down Under.
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The battle for Warner Bros. Discovery begins
Three major media companies all submitted non-binding bids today, setting the stage for what is sure to be another long M&A saga.
Qatar’s first film and TV incentive is a big 50% rebate
The Gulf state wants to promote the country's culture and grow into a global entertainment hub.
These 25 Canadian kids projects will share US$8 million from the CMF
Kids projects make up 40% of total funding from the Canada Media Fund's Distribution Program this year.
Can a live-action TMNT reboot be a hit for Paramount?
Sonic producers Neal Moritz and Toby Ascher are in talks to helm a new big-screen take on the 40-year-old franchise.
The first KPDH toys are here! Can they save Funko?
In desperate need of a win, the collectibles company has emerged as the only toyco to launch Huntr/x hardlines this holiday shopping season.
A new animation festival seeks to elevate movies made with AI
In-theater marketing specialist Screenvision wants to get the winning film into US cinemas and other festivals around the world.
PEOPLE: Natalie Adams (née Llewellyn) joins Triggerfish
Also, BOOM! Studios' president is departing in January, and the YMA has selected this year’s Andra Sheffer Scholarship winner.
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- Target's incoming CEO outlines a US$5-billion comeback plan (Forbes)
- Wicked: For Good expected to do at least US$200 million on opening weekend (THR)
- Paramount Skydance denies its WBD bid involves Saudi Arabian funds (Variety)
- Step aside KPDH, Ice Spice's SpongeBob movie single deserves the Oscar (Vulture)
DEALS: MGA and Mojang team up for Minecraft micro-collectibles
Plus, Bluey will show UK kids what an Aussie Christmas is all about, and BBC's Horrible Science brand is getting an interactive museum exhibit.
Disney turns up the heat on Frozen
The Mouse House is paying big bucks to the voice actors behind Elsa, Olaf and Anna to ensure the franchise continues successfully for at least another two films.
Ad spending in the creator economy is climbing—here’s how to tap into it
A new report reveals what kind of creators most brands are partnering with, and the challenges that come with these collaborations.
It just got more expensive to book a meeting at Licensing Expo
New to next year's event are a limited number of networking requests, which industry members will need to factor into their budgets to get the full market experience.
Spin Master is getting serious about reading
The company is looking to partner with publishers as part of a big push into e-books, audiobooks and maybe even physical ones, too.
Jordan Matter will kick off Kidscreen Summit’s creator economy spotlight
The mega-popular YouTuber is on deck to share with event-goers how he built a kid-friendly following of more than 33 million subscribers.
DEALS: Mattel is making a splash with indoor waterparks
Plus, streamer HappyKids adds Hello Einstein content to its offering, and Capcom’s Monster Hunter is coming to Magic: The Gathering.
Which kids brands sold the most costumes this Halloween?
New data from Circana shows a mix of superhero, princess and video game IPs at the top of the market.
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