Amazon MGM Studios takes creative control of James Bond franchise
Amazon MGM Studios is to gain creative control of the James Bond franchise following a deal with 007’s long-term producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
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40% business rates relief for UK film studios rolled out
Film studios are to receive business rates relief over the next nine years as the UK government rolls out a 40% reduction in business rates bills.
Saudi Arabia invests $1bn in DAZN
Saudi Arabia’s SURJ Sports Investment is to acquire a minority stake in sports streamer DAZN.
Flawless launches AI-powered editing tool DeepEditor
Flawless has commercially launched DeepEditor, its AI-powered editing tool.
Conclave, The Brutalist lead BAFTA winners
Papal drama Conclave and immigration epic The Brutalist led the winners at the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards, winning four prizes each.
European cinema admissions settle at 841 million in 2024
European cinema attendance stood at 841 million in 2024, representing a slight 2% decline on the previous year, according to data from the European Audiovisual Observatory (EAO).
TV set is primary device for YouTube viewing, says CEO Neal Mohan
The television set is now the primary device for YouTube viewing in the US, according to the company’s CEO Neal Mohan.
NEP Group reorganises European operations
NEP Europe has unveiled a new organisational structure for its northern, mid and southern European businesses.
Tell Media strengthens leadership team, opens Kuala Lumpur office
UK-based sports production company Tell Media has strengthened its senior leadership team and also opened a new office in Kuala Lumpur to service the Southeast Asia market.
Kickstart Day 2025: Evolution of the Control Room wins Project of the Year
The IBC Accelerator Media Innovation Programme has announced the ‘Evolution of the Control Room’ as the winner of the prestigious 2024 Project of the Year Award.
