Music Business Worldwide reports: “Music streaming service SoundCloud has partnered with US-based TikTok rival Triller to integrate a Soundcloud-curated playlist feature into the short-form video platform’s app.”
TechCrunch reports: “For every crypto-skeptic that see NFTs as yet another hype bubble, there’s an acolyte who sees NFTs as the key to unlocking the future of the creative web.”
Gamesindustry.biz reports: “Tencent has entered negotiations with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States concerning its stakes in Epic Games and Riot Games.”
Variety reports: “Twitter, at its virtual NewFronts presentation Wednesday for marketers, unveiled an expanded lineup of new and renewed premium video content deals, spanning entertainment, gaming, lifestyle, and news and sports.”
Deadline reports: “ViacomCBS exceeded Wall Street earnings expectations in the first quarter, paced by the addition of 6 million global streaming subscribers.”
Deadline reports: “Clubhouse, the buzzy audio social network, is moving into original programming. The platform, which has seen an influx of members from Hollywood over the last twelve months, is funding a slate of audio pilots.”
Hypebot reports: “VNUE, a technology company focused on the live music sector, has landed a $1 to $2 million commitment from Triton Funds.”
The Hollywood Reporter reports: “NBCUniversal’s Telemundo is betting big on Spanish-language streaming, launching a new studio to try and capitalize on the proliferation of streaming services.”
Gamesindustry.biz reports: “A further six members of staff have left Google Stadia for new roles at Haven Studios, the venture founded by former Stadia VP Jade Raymond.”
Variety reports: “U.K. broadcaster ITV increased external revenues by 2% in the quarter ending March 31, 2021, according to financial results released on Wednesday.”
