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The Powers That Be: Daily

ESPN’s Big Bet

Mar 8, 2023
Dylan Byers discusses Semafor's CCP scandal, while Ben Landy and Julia Alexander explore ESPN's aim to dominate live sports streaming. Topics include US-China tensions, media outrage, Semaphore's global ambitions, and ESPN's strategies to streamline sports content for younger viewers.
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Quick takeaways

  • Debates arise on balancing business pursuits and potential conflicts of interest in Semaphore's collaboration with CCP-linked entity.
  • ESPN aims to simplify sports streaming by becoming a centralized destination for live events.

Deep dives

Semaphore's Partnership with Chinese Organizations: Balancing Perception and Business Strategy

Semaphore's collaboration with an entity linked to the Chinese Communist Party has sparked debates about the balance between business pursuits and potential conflicts of interest amidst escalating US-China tensions. While some criticize the move, others suggest that clarity and transparency in such partnerships could alleviate concerns.

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