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OpenAI Lawyers Up, Paramount's Messy Merger, and Guest Isaac Arnsdorf
Apr 12, 2024
Isaac Arnsdorf, a national political reporter for The Washington Post and author of "Finish What We Started: The MAGA Movement's Ground War to End Democracy," joins to share insights on the MAGA movement's longevity and Bannon's strategies. The discussion dives into OpenAI's looming legal battles and Paramount's merger challenges with Skydance Media, highlighting shareholder concerns and corporate tactics. The show also touches on Meta's controversial political content restrictions and the evolving political landscape in America.
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- Paramount Global's merger talks face shareholder opposition due to concerns over deal structure and favoritism towards Shari Redstone.
- Potential split of Paramount Global assets as strategic players lose interest and company may end up being sold off in parts.
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Paramount Global's Merger Concerns with Skydance Media
Paramount Global faces challenges in exclusive merger talks with Skydance Media as shareholders express worry over the deal structure, fearing it may unfairly favor Shari Redstone. National Amusement's control over Paramount complicates matters as directors consider stepping down in protest. The back-and-forth between shareholders and Redstone's interests paints a picture of internal strife and uncertainty over the deal's outcome.
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