Morris Mark has confidence in media companies
Morris Mark, president of Mark Asset Management, is telling investors to buy into media companies, specifically Tencent.
Gawker CEO to Thiel: You won, stop going after my journalists
Gawker founder and CEO Nick Denton tells CNBC he’s looking to get the best price possible for his company.
Ozy Media expands its empire to broadcast, strikes deal with PBS for TV series
Ozy Media, which will get its first show on PBS, wants to be the news, arts and culture source for millennials.
Why small businesses are crucial to Facebook’s future
This quarter’s earnings show, more than ever, how small businesses are a huge piece of Facebook’s future.
Despite cord-cutting, TV is still going strong, Comcast CEO says
Comcast’s Brian Roberts says a gain in ad sales and the lowest net loss of video customers in a decade are good signs.
Verizon just hit the data jackpot with Yahoo’s billion users
Verizon’s Yahoo purchase and growth in wireless division gives it consumer behavioral data that advertisers want.
Fox News fires 2 more executives in wake of Roger Ailes ouster
Four days after the ouster of Roger Ailes as Fox News chief, two more executives at the network have been axed.
Twitter’s user numbers, slowing revenue growth in focus in Q2 earnings
User numbers are going to be in the spotlight on earnings day at Twitter as stagnating user growth has dragged shares down over the past year.
AOL’s Tim Armstrong: Yahoo helps Verizon compete against Facebook, Google
AOL’s CEO, who helped lead acquisition deal, says Verizon can get more consumer data that can power its ad tech.
With a nod to AR, VR and ‘Pokemon,’ Comic-Con gets real
Studios and brands are using high-tech tools to grab the divided attention of Comic-Con attendees.
Amid Redstone-Viacom legal battle, Paramount pushes ‘Star Trek’
While the battle over the future of Viacom is being waged, what happens in San Diego at Comic-Con could have big implications for the business.
Roger Ailes’ resignation could lead to executive shake-up: Source
Experts say founding Fox News CEO departure could be used to reshape organization.
Roger Ailes resigns as CEO of Fox News
Rupert Murdoch will assume the role of Chairman and acting CEO of Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network, the company said.
How embattled Fox News CEO Roger Ailes transformed cable news
Embattled Fox News CEO Roger Ailes pushed the cable news industry into new realms.
Fox News, Ailes in negotiations over exit following sex harassment charges: Report
Roger Ailes and Twenty-First Century Fox are in negotiations over his departure following allegations of sexual harassment, Reuters reported.
Netflix membership growth is slowing, but streaming is here to stay, experts say
Experts remain optimistic about Netflix for the long term despite the short-term chill.
Cramer shocked that so many Netflix users bailing over a couple extra bucks
It’s disappointing that people didn’t pay for Netflix price increases, CNBC’s Jim Cramer said “Squawk on the Street.”
Fox News’ Megyn Kelly accuses Roger Ailes of sexual harassment: Report
A report says the popular Fox News anchor said she too was sexually harassed by the CEO.
With no news on a sale, Yahoo stock stays static
Despite beating revenue projections, Yahoo stock didn’t move with many investors anticipating the sale more than company growth.
Viacom’s top two execs reserve right to resign
CEO Philippe Dauman and COO Thomas Dooley reserved their legal right to resign “with good reason.”
Netflix poor subscriber rates likely a bump in the road, say analysts
Netflix could have a future goldmine in potential distribution rights revenue for its original shows.
Roger Ailes may be let go from Fox this week: Report
A report claims 21st Century Fox’s leadership will fire the Fox News CEO, who is currently involved in a sexual harassment lawsuit.
What’s important to watch for in Netflix earnings
Where the stock goes hinges on subscriber numbers and forecasts the company shares when it reports earnings Monday.
This music service sees an opportunity beyond YouTube
Vevo’s music videos account for 30 percent of YouTube videos’ views. Now, it’s looking to become its own household name.
Time Inc. restructures to focus on long-term growth
Time Inc. divides into brand development, advertising sales and editorial.
Is Marvel’s diversity strategy paying off?
Is diversification having any impact on Marvel’s bottom line? CNBC investigates.
Agent Casey Wasserman talks streaming sports and the Olympics
There’s no question that sports content will gradually be made available over the top, said mega-agent Casey Wasserman.
Argentina’s president wants soccer star Lionel Messi to keep kicking
Argentine President Mauricio Macri says he thinks he can convince soccer-star Lionel Messi to stay in the game.
LinkedIn co-founder Hoffman: Why we sold to Microsoft
It was simply too hard to compete with the public tech giants, said LinkedIn Chairman Reid Hoffman.
One leader says money is ‘coming from all over the world’ into his country
Globalization may be the key to boosting Argentina’s economy, Argentine President Mauricio Macri told CNBC on Thursday.
Liberty’s Malone still on the hunt for more deals
On the heels of completing a combination of two of his investments Liberty Global Chairman John Malone took a moment to chat.
Marvel’s new Iron Man is a 15-year-old black girl
The next character to join the Marvel Comics “Iron Man” franchise will be Riri Williams, a 15-year-old genius.
Why NBCUniversal bought Dreamworks Animation
NBC Universal’s Ron Meyer sat down for an interview with CNBC at the annual Sun Valley conference.
Sun Valley moguls weigh up the cost of Brexit on media and entertainment
The annual Allen & Co conference, gathering some 300 media and tech CEOs, comes on the heels of a shocking vote in favor of a Brexit.
Here’s why someone might want to buy Yahoo
Yahoo may seem like a failing company, but its media properties still pull in traffic.
Calacanis says Netflix may be pricey, but it still has room to grow
The stock’s valuation is tough for investors to stomach, but one angel investor says Netflix may be worth it.
Fox News host Gretchen Carlson sues Roger Ailes for sexual harassment
Ex-Fox News host Gretchen Carlson alleges the Fox News CEO sexually harassed her.
Snapchat launches new way to archive posts called Memories
Snapchat is launching a camera roll-like option to save and search through past snaps, the company announced Wednesday.
What to expect at this year’s Sun Valley CEO conference
Attendees at the this year’s Allen & Co. conference in Sun Valley, Idaho, will have no shortage of topics to discuss.
Disney to buy stake in MLB’s video unit, valuing unit at $3.5 billion
Walt Disney has agreed to buy a 33 percent stake in the MLB Advanced Media.
How Flipagram aims to take on YouTube
Flipagram’s love affair with the music industry.
Online networks create programming for the digitally minded mom
As online viewers grow up, they’re looking for digital shows that suit their needs.
Viacom board rejected offer for director to meet Sumner Redstone
Viacom’s board rejected an offer by Sumner Redstone’s attorneys to have one of Viacom’s independent directors meet face-to-face with the media mogul.
Former wrestler Hulk Hogan to serve on Gawker creditor committee
Hulk Hogan, whose lawsuit against Gawker Media precipitated its bankruptcy, will serve on the committee of unsecured creditors.
Google, Facebook, Netflix could face Brexit growth risks
Facebook and Netflix rely on non-U.S. markets for growth, while Google could face new regulatory hurdles, experts warn.
How Brexit might stop the cameras from rolling in the UK
Brexit hammered the stocks of large U.K. media companies, amid fears about the impact on their business.
Brexit reaction: Front pages from around the world
The world’s print media get their chance to react to the U.K.’s decision to quit the European Union.
Vice CEO: We’ll have to decide this year about IPO or selling company
At some point this year, Vice will be priced out of the market, CEO Shane Smith said.
Boy, some people really hate the tronc rebrand
Tribune Media rebranded to a new name, tronc. Social media sentiment is about 75 percent negative.
Analyst on Viacom drama: ‘This needs to end’
As Viacom’s businesses show signs of struggle, analysts told CNBC it’s time for behind-the-scenes drama to end.
Mayer’s failure to uphold Starboard cost-cutting deal led to Yahoo woes: WSJ
WSJ reports Mayer failed to meet terms of Starboard deal to prevent Yahoo board shakeup.
The advertising industry is getting hit with its own subprime crisis
Here are 10 troubling similarities between the mortgage market in 2008 and the advertising market in 2016, explains Optimal.com CEO Rob Leathern.
Trump is reportedly working on a self-titled cable news network
Donald Trump is exploring a media conglomerate to monetize his buzz in the press, sources told Vanity Fair.
Sumner Redstone ousts Viacom CEO and four directors from board
Controlling shareholder Sumner Redstone removed five of Viacom’s directors, from the company’s board, according to sources familiar with the situation.
Media mogul Sumner Redstone says he ‘no longer trusts’ Viacom CEO
Sumner Redstone said he “no longer trusts” Viacom’s board or CEO Philippe Dauman to act in the media company’s best interests.
Prince William appears on cover of gay magazine
Prince William is on the cover of Attitude and is the first member of the royals to appear on the cover of a LGBT+ publication.
Gawker CEO: We’re facing heat over our Trump hair article
Gawker’s Nick Denton tells CNBC he’s gotten a letter from Hulk Hogan’s lawyer over an article about Trump’s hair.
Not knowing your password may be limiting use of Apple TV, Amazon Fire: Adobe
Adobe’s report finds that while watching TV everywhere is increasing, most people are still viewing from their homes.
Gawker Media auction starts with Ziff Davis bid amid bankruptcy
Gawker Media filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New York on Friday.
Whatever happens to Gawker, it’s already changed digital media
Ziff Davis has emerged as the first bidder for Gawker Media, which declared bankruptcy on Friday.
Legendary launching live streaming service
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