Paramount has completed the purchase of Tyler Perry Studios’ minority stake in BET+, marking a new chapter for the subscription service dedicated to Black entertainment. The deal, whose financial terms remain confidential, positions Paramount Skydance as the sole owner of BET+. This acquisition comes amid broader industry consolidations where media giants are streamlining their portfolios […] The post Another Streaming Service is Shutting Down appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

Sesame Workshop, parent company of Sesame Street, has sued SeaWorld for allegedly withholding royalty payments and harming the brand’s reputation, according to a report from Reuters. The two companies have had a long relationship, with SeaWorld being the exclusive ​U.S. theme park licensee for 45 years. United Parks & Resorts, SeaWorld’s parent company, has opened […] The post Sesame Workshop Sues SeaWorld Over Sesame Street Royalties appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

As streaming costs rise, physical media is getting a second life, but it can degrade over time. Cord cutters looking to digitize their physical media collection don’t have to empty their wallet to do so. The ClearClick Video to Digital Converter 2.0 is $129.95 (was $149.95), making it a cheap, no-fuss way to convert VHS, […] The post Escape Rising Streaming Costs by Digitizing Your Physical Media — ClearClick Converter on Sale appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

The National Football League has entered advanced negotiations with Paramount, the parent company of CBS, to restructure its existing media rights agreement for Sunday afternoon games. This development stems from recent corporate changes at Paramount, including its acquisition activities and a change-of-control provision that allows the league to revisit terms earlier than originally planned. Under […] The post The NFL is Asking CBS to Pay An Extra $1 Billion to Keep NFL TV Rights appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

Roku has begun surveying Roku owners about a new home screen layout that emphasizes personalized content recommendations while integrating more sponsored elements. Leaked images from a recent user survey provide the first glimpse into this update, revealing a shift toward a larger “Top Picks for You” section at the top of the interface. This expanded […] The post This is Your First Look at Roku’s New Home Screen appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More