In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?
"The current agreement averages about $2.1 billion per year for the Sunday afternoon slate of games, meaning a revised deal could push CBS’s annual commitment past $3 billion."
"The arrangement resulted in more than 2.47 million viewers watching the fights on CBS, marking the largest audience the UFC has generated on traditional television in the last 10 years."
"We knew right away, when we got the notice on Thursday that they had a superior offer and the details of that deal. We knew exactly what we were going to do."
The idea that Trump-friendly billionaires could exert influence over coverage sets off alarms. But here’s the thing: CNN has already undergone massive change.
"What we're certain is, is that the Netflix deal to acquire these assets is the best deal, creates, and generates the best value for their shareholders. And they think so, too."
In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?