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Paramount CEO David Ellison Ducks WBD Merger Rumors
As speculation swirls about whether Paramount Skydance will try to acquire for rival media giant Warner Bros. Discovery, the former’s CEO says he’s not able to talk about it.

Study: U.S. Latinos Hit New Population, Labor Force Records.
One of radio’s most devoted listening demographics has reached a new statistical milestone, one with implications for the medium.
Television
FCC proposal on NextGen TV transition draws cautious industry response
The Federal Communications Commission’s draft proposal to eliminate mandatory simulcasting requirements for television broadcasters transitioning to ATSC 3.0 has garnered cautious support from industry organizations, though the plan stops short of establishing the firm transition deadlines some broadcasters sought.
Radio
For Radio, AI Needs To Be A Supporting Player, Not The Star
The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping every corner of the entertainment industry — and the radio sector is no exception. That’s according to entertainment analyst Laura Fisher at MIDiA Research, who says the conversation in radio has shifted from “if we use AI” to “how we use AI.”
Radio Can Rediscover Dollars in America’s Biggest Markets
Local media markets aren’t oversold; they’re under-segmented. While national advertisers chase scale, local operators, franchisees, and multi-location retailers are often overlooked. These decision-makers control real budgets, move quickly, and crave relevance.
CTV/OTT
Allen Media’s Local Now Expands Streaming Content With 5 Fox Channels
Allen Media Group’s Local Now, a free streaming service for local news in America, today added five channels from Fox to its lineup.
Consumers
How to Help Marketers Tap into Generation X Spending
Are your accounts targeting the consumers who have the most reason to spend? I’m talking about Generation X.