Paramount closes $110 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery

The merger unites two major movie studios, news operations CBS News and CNN and cable networks including Comedy Central and TNT.

• Oct 6

Paramount Skydance reaches antitrust deal with states over Warner Bros. Discovery purchase

Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.

• Sep 21

Judge temporarily halts Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger

The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.

• Jul 23

DOJ seizes 1,000+ sites for illegal FIFA World Cup streaming

Federal authorities say the sweeping crackdown targeted online piracy networks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including matches played in Atlanta and Miami.

• Jul 20

12 states sue to block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger

The suit poses a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies.

• Jul 14

Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance

Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.

• Feb 27