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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors 07 Oct 2026, 06:54 PM IST

Paramount Closes $111 Billion Warner Deal, Forging a New Media and Cloud Powerhouse

Paramount has completed its $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., overcoming a last-ditch effort to block the transaction and creating a sprawling new company branded Skydance. The deal marks one of the most consequential consolidations in global media, with implications for streaming, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductor demand across the technology supply chain.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors07 Oct 2026, 01:43 PM IST

Paramount Finalizes $111 Billion Warner Merger, Forging a New Skydance Powerhouse

Paramount has completed its $111 billion merger with Warner Bros., ending a last-ditch effort to block the deal and creating a new media and technology heavyweight under the Skydance banner. The transaction marks one of the largest consolidations in the sector, with major implications for streaming, cloud infrastructure, and the competitive balance across global entertainment and digital platforms.

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Global Economy & Central Banks07 Oct 2026, 06:12 AM IST

Paramount’s Hard-Fought Warner Bros. Discovery Takeover Closes After Months of Bids, Pushback and Antitrust Scrutiny

Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery closed Tuesday, ending a bruising contest that drew rival bids, regulatory scrutiny and intense market speculation. The deal marks a major consolidation moment in global media, with the path to completion shaped by valuation pressure, antitrust concerns and boardroom maneuvering.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 10:37 PM IST

British Airways Plans “World’s Largest” Business Class on A380s

British Airways is moving to refurbish its Airbus A380 superjumbos with what it says will be the world’s largest business-class cabin, a high-end retrofit aimed at sharpening its premium offering on long-haul routes. The project underscores how legacy carriers are leaning on cabin upgrades, lounge access and service branding to defend yield in a competitive transatlantic market.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 02:23 PM IST

Wall Street Futures Ease as Tech Rally Pauses Ahead of Key Data

U.S. equity futures slipped in early trading as investors took profits in technology shares after a strong run, signaling a pause rather than a broad reversal in risk appetite. The move comes as markets weigh the durability of the AI-led rally, Treasury yields, and the next round of economic data that could shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors05 Oct 2026, 02:43 PM IST

Amazon’s $1 Billion Data Center Pledge Draws Fresh Scrutiny Over Pollution Claims

Amazon is facing renewed criticism after unveiling a $1 billion effort to ease backlash against its data center expansion, even as advocates say the company is still minimizing the environmental costs of its cloud infrastructure. The company has won some praise for ending non-disclosure agreements in community negotiations, but that concession has not quieted concerns over water use, emissions, and local pollution tied to its facilities.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 02:15 AM IST

Paramount’s Debt Selloff Signals a Harder Market for Corporate Borrowers

Paramount’s latest debt move is reverberating well beyond entertainment, underscoring how quickly higher yields are tightening conditions for corporate America. The episode has triggered losses for some bondholders and renewed scrutiny of how aggressively companies tied to the Ellison orbit are using leverage to finance expansion and dealmaking.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning04 Oct 2026, 11:28 PM IST

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Set to Become Skydance in $110 Billion Deal Closing October 6

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are expected to complete a roughly $110 billion transaction that will bring the combined media assets under the Skydance umbrella, with closing anticipated on October 6. The deal marks one of the most consequential restructurings in global entertainment and signals a deeper convergence between traditional media, streaming scale, and frontier AI capabilities.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning04 Oct 2026, 09:25 AM IST

Markets Brace for Microsoft, Fed Signals and Paramount-Warner Deal Deadline

Global equities are entering a catalyst-heavy stretch as investors look to a Microsoft event for clues on artificial intelligence spending, parse Federal Reserve commentary for the next rate path, and watch the final stages of the Paramount-Warner Bros. transaction process. The combination is likely to shape risk appetite across technology, media and broader market sentiment in the near term.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning03 Oct 2026, 10:12 PM IST

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Set to Become Skydance in Roughly $110 Billion Deal

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are poised to come together under the Skydance banner in a transaction valued at roughly $110 billion, with closing expected on October 6. The deal marks one of the most consequential restructurings in global media, signaling a deeper shift toward scale, intellectual property control, and technology-led content strategy.

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Global Markets & Equities03 Oct 2026, 05:23 AM IST

Thompson’s CNN Talks Lift the Stakes for Bari Weiss as Media Deal Chess Intensifies

Mark Thompson’s reported discussions with David Ellison over his future at CNN have sharpened the strategic stakes around the network’s leadership as the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal process advances. The talks underscore that any post-merger media reshuffle could shape not only CNN’s editorial direction, but also the prospects for outside figures such as Bari Weiss in a changing cable-news landscape.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (03:26 AM IST)

Indian Women’s Recurve Team Wins Historic Asian Games Gold as India Targets More Finals Glory

India’s women’s recurve archery team delivered a landmark gold medal at the Asian Games 2026, marking a major breakthrough for the country in a discipline long dominated by East Asian powers. The result adds momentum to a strong Day 13 for India, with Lovlina, Parveen and Ankush all in contention for gold and the women’s hockey team preparing for a high-stakes final against China.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (03:14 PM IST)

Employment in Registered Industries Crosses 2 Crore in FY25, Government Survey Shows

Employment in India’s registered industries rose to 2.10 crore at the end of FY25, up from 1.96 crore in FY24, according to a government survey, indicating growth of more than 7 per cent in a year. The data points to a continued expansion in formal industrial hiring, even as policymakers remain focused on sustaining manufacturing momentum and broad-based job creation.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (01:21 PM IST)

INDIA Bloc Plans October 6 March to Election Commission as Kharge Unveils Nationwide ‘Save Democracy’ Drive

The INDIA bloc on Monday escalated its campaign against the Election Commission and the use of electronic voting machines, announcing a march to the poll body’s office on October 6. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the opposition will also hold ‘Save Democracy’ rallies across all districts from October 2 to October 8, followed by a public meeting in Delhi on November 1.

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Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (02:58 AM IST)

Omnivore-Backed Agri Startups Reach 20.81 Million Small Farmers, VC Firm Says

Omnivore said its portfolio companies have reached 20.81 million small farmers, underscoring the scale at which agri-tech is now touching India’s rural economy. The venture capital firm said the figures are based on global impact measurement and benchmarking methodologies designed to track outcomes across its investments.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (08:01 PM IST)

Bandhan Financial Services to Trim Bandhan Bank Stake Gradually to Meet RBI Norms

Bandhan Financial Services will reduce its holding in Bandhan Bank in a phased manner as the promoter works toward compliance with Reserve Bank of India ownership norms by 2030. The move follows recent open-market share sales and comes alongside a proposed stock split aimed at broadening retail participation, with shareholders set to vote at the upcoming annual general meeting.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (02:19 PM IST)

Ynon Kreiz Set for More Than $46.5 Million in Pay as Paramount Co-CEO

Ynon Kreiz, the departing chief executive of Mattel and newly named co-CEO in Paramount’s evolving leadership structure, is set to receive a compensation package valued at more than $46.5 million, according to Variety. The figure underscores the scale of the bet Paramount is making on experienced turnaround leadership as it navigates a high-stakes media consolidation landscape. The package also highlights investor scrutiny around executive pay, especially when tied to major corporate restructurings and merger integration.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (09:50 AM IST)

Ellison Signals Continuity at CNN, Seeks to Keep Mark Thompson After Deal Closes

David Ellison, the Paramount chief poised to reshape Warner Bros. Discovery if his deal closes, wants CNN chief Mark Thompson to remain in place after the transaction, according to multiple reports. The move suggests Ellison is prioritizing operational continuity at one of the world’s most scrutinized news brands as he prepares for a complex integration of major media assets.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (08:45 AM IST)

Ynon Kreiz Set for More Than $46.5 Million Pay Package as Paramount Co-CEO

Ynon Kreiz, the Mattel chief tapped to serve as co-chief executive of the combined Paramount and Warner Bros. entity, is set to receive a compensation package worth more than $46.5 million, according to reports. The package underscores the scale of the leadership transition as media and entertainment groups prepare for a potentially transformative merger that could reshape the global streaming and studio landscape.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (11:58 PM IST)

Ynon Kreiz Set for More Than $46.5 Million Pay Package as Paramount Co-CEO

Ynon Kreiz, the Mattel chief tapped to serve as co-chief executive of the combined Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery company, is set to receive compensation worth more than $46.5 million, according to reports. The package underscores how aggressively the newly structured media group is moving to secure leadership as it prepares for a major integration and cost-cutting push.

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Lifestyle & CultureJust now (11:37 PM IST)

Mark Ruffalo Slams Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger as a Threat to Creativity and Free Speech

Actor Mark Ruffalo has sharply criticized the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, arguing that the deal would concentrate too much media power, suppress creative risk-taking, and weaken free expression. His comments come as the $110 billion transaction moves toward closing after a federal judge approved a settlement with state attorneys general, clearing a major regulatory hurdle.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (06:00 PM IST)

David Ellison Taps Mattel’s Ynon Kreiz as Co-CEO of Combined Paramount-Warner Bros. Entity

David Ellison has named Mattel chief executive Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO of the newly merged Paramount-Warner Bros. business, a move that signals an aggressive leadership reset for one of the most closely watched media combinations in years. The appointment underscores Ellison’s intent to pair studio and consumer-brand expertise as the combined company prepares to navigate a volatile streaming market, heavy debt loads, and intense competition for audiences and advertising dollars.

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Lifestyle & CultureJust now (04:16 PM IST)

Mark Ruffalo Slams Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal as Judge Clears $110 Billion Hollywood Merger

Actor Mark Ruffalo has sharply criticized the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger after a federal judge cleared the way for the $110 billion transaction to proceed, intensifying the public backlash around one of the largest media combinations ever attempted. The ruling removes a major legal obstacle and raises the likelihood that the deal could close as soon as next week, pending remaining procedural steps.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (07:36 AM IST)

David Ellison Names Mattel’s Ynon Kreiz Co-CEO in Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Push

David Ellison has tapped Mattel chief executive Ynon Kreiz to serve as co-CEO of the merged Paramount-Warner Bros. company, according to reports, signaling an aggressive leadership buildout around one of the media sector’s most closely watched consolidation efforts. The move underscores Ellison’s intent to pair entertainment and consumer-brand expertise with the scale of a combined studio and streaming platform.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (06:55 AM IST)

Paramount Trims Pricing on $30 Billion Bond Sale as Warner Bros. Deal Tests Credit Markets

Paramount is cutting pricing on a planned $30 billion high-grade bond sale tied to its Warner Bros. acquisition, underscoring how sharply higher borrowing costs are reshaping large-scale corporate finance. The move highlights investor caution even as demand for investment-grade debt remains available for issuers with strong market access and a compelling strategic rationale.

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Big Tech, Cloud & SemiconductorsJust now (06:04 PM IST)

Judge Presses Paramount-WBD Deal Over Public Interest, Warns Against Collusion

A US judge reviewing the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery transaction with California said the deal must not be the product of collusion, sharpening scrutiny over whether the merger serves the public or simply the companies involved. The challenge centers on a stark question: whether the conditions attached to the agreement leave consumers and the broader market with “virtually nothing.”

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Washington, D.C.(22)Warner Bros. Discovery(14)Warner Bros.(6)Ynon Kreiz(5)Warner(5)Mattel(5)