11min chapter

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Hollywood vs. Big Tech in the Age of Consolidation

The Town with Matthew Belloni

CHAPTER

Media Company Consolidation, Antitrust Concerns, and Chinese Influence in Hollywood

The chapter explores the resignation of Warner Discovery board members due to dual roles, sparking discussions on government warnings about media company consolidation. It delves into antitrust complaints against Apple for their expansion into entertainment and their market control in various sectors. The conversation also touches on the impact of Chinese control on media portrayals and the risk-aversion of streamers towards sensitive topics, alongside reflections on failed consolidation attempts in various industries.

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