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Fox to Acquire Roku in $22 Billion Deal, Expanding Streaming Ad Reach
Fox Corporation announced its acquisition of Roku for approximately $22 billion in a cash-and-stock transaction, a strategic move designed to significantly enhance Fox's advertising business and expand its digital reach across more than 100 million households. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, will integrate Roku's streaming platform with Fox's sports and news content, marking a major expansion under Lachlan Murdoch's leadership.

DOJ Approves Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger, Reshaping U.S. Media Landscape
The U.S. Department of Justice has approved the proposed merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing a significant regulatory hurdle for one of the largest media consolidations in recent years. The decision is set to reshape the competitive dynamics of the American streaming and content production markets, influencing major players from Wall Street to Silicon Valley.

Mammoth Brands Eyes CPG Giant Status with Potential IPO and Acquisitions
Mammoth Brands, the parent company of popular direct-to-consumer brands Harry's and Coterie, is strategically positioning itself for a major expansion. The company is exploring an initial public offering (IPO) and considering strategic acquisitions as it targets $1 billion in revenue by 2026, aiming to become a leading consumer packaged goods (CPG) conglomerate.

Paramount makes US$108 billion bid for Warner Bros.
Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. marks a dramatic escalation in Hollywood’s consolidation wars, raising questions about competition, strategy, and the future of streaming.

Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. in $82.7 Billion Deal: The Most Powerful Entertainment Merger of the Century
Netflix’s $82.7B acquisition of Warner Bros. transforms the entertainment landscape, combining Hollywood’s most iconic franchises with the world’s biggest streaming platform.

Figma Buys Weavy, Launches “Figma Weave” — What the Deal Signals for the AI Design Wars
Figma’s Weavy acquisition, reportedly ~$150–$200M, creates “Figma Weave,” a node‑based, multi‑model media canvas. We unpack the strategy, risks, and what to do next.

SoftBank Unveils $3.4 Billion Buyback After Elliott’s Push
SoftBank narrows quarterly net loss, announces significant share buyback in response to investor demands.

Standard Chartered Unveils Record $1.5 Billion Share Buyback
Standard Chartered navigates China risks, rewards shareholders with increased returns and $5B three-year payout target.

Wiz Declines $23 Billion Google Acquisition, Sets Sights on IPO
Cloud security unicorn Wiz chooses independence over Google acquisition, aiming for $1B revenue and IPO.

Google’s Alphabet approached Wiz, $23B deal could take a week to land
Google in advanced talks to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz for $23 billion, marking a significant strategic move for Google Cloud.
