CNN Plans to Launch Paywall In Early October
CNN will begin experimenting in October with a subscription model, in a major initiative from its chief executive, Mark Thompson.
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DirecTV’s Dispute With Disney Shows Why Satellite TV Is in Trouble
While the cable TV business is declining quickly, satellite TV is decaying even faster.
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J. Richard Munro, Who Oversaw the Creation of Time Warner, Dies at 93
As president and C.E.O., he expanded Time Inc.’s offerings, fended off a hostile takeover and built the world’s largest media company.
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Oliver Darcy Departs CNN to Launch Subscription Media News Site
Oliver Darcy is starting a subscription-based news site dedicated to covering the media industry, joining a crowded field.