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Disney Tech Exec Aaron LaBerge Steps Down for Personal Reasons

Disney Tech Exec Aaron LaBerge Steps Down for Personal Reasons

Aaron LaBerge, the chief technology officer for Disney Entertainment and ESPN, is stepping down from his role at the company.

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Disney Investor Nelson Peltz Criticizes the Company’s 'Woke' Strategy, Questioning 'Black Panther' and 'the Marvels' Films

Disney Investor Nelson Peltz Criticizes the Company’s 'Woke' Strategy, Questioning 'Black Panther' and 'The Marvels' Films

Disney investor Nelson Peltz has criticized the company for its "woke" approach, particularly questioning Marvel's "Black Panther" and "The Marvels" films.

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US Justice Department to Scrutinize Disney, Fox, Warner Sports Streaming Venture: Report

US Justice Department to Scrutinize Disney, Fox, Warner Sports Streaming Venture: Report

The US Department of Justice plans to investigate the new streaming venture between Walt Disney Co., Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. amid concerns of potential harm to consumers, media competitors, and sports leagues.

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Disney's Lawsuit Against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Junked by Court

Disney's Lawsuit Against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Junked by Court

A federal judge has junked Disney's lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his allies.

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Disney Studios Showcase Presentation At D23 Expo, Saturday August 24

Disney Secures Backing From ValueAct, Blackwells in Boardroom Clash with Trian

ValueAct and Blackwells back Disney in boardroom battle against activist Trian Fund Management's challenge.

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Disney Is About to Lose Exclusive Rights to Original Mickey Mouse: Here's What to Know

Disney Is About to Lose Exclusive Rights to Original Mickey Mouse: Here's What to Know

The iconic "Steamboat Willie" version of Mickey Mouse is poised to enter the public domain in 2024, marking the end of a 95-year copyright period for Disney.

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Elon Musk Trashes Bob Iger, Says Disney CEO Should Be 'Fired Immediately'

Elon Musk Trashes Bob Iger, Says Disney CEO Should Be 'Fired Immediately'

Elon Musk has called for the immediate ouster of Disney CEO Bob Iger.

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Nelson Peltz vs. Disney: Billionaire Activist Investor Seeks Multiple Board Seats as He Launches New Proxy Battle

Nelson Peltz vs. Disney: Billionaire Activist Investor Seeks Multiple Board Seats as He Launches New Proxy Battle

Activist investor Nelson Peltz and his firm Trian Fund Management have reportedly launched a proxy fight with Disney as they aim to secure more than two seats on the board.

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Disney Banks on 100th Anniversary Film 'Wish' to Reclaim the Thanksgiving Box Office

Disney is looking up at the stars on "Wish" to regain its theatrical success in the post-pandemic cinematic realm.

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Disney Shanghai Theme Park to open doors on June 16

After much wait, Shanghai announces the opening date of its Disneyland. This huge theme park is said to have some of the finest attractions, including the largest princess-themed park. While it may have faced a lot of construction challenges over the years, this Disney resort seems to have emerged unscathed, albeit a little late.

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Apple in talks to launch online TV service

Apple Inc is in talks with programmers to offer a slimmed-down bundle of TV networks this fall, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

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Wall St. ends lower with oil prices, renewed Greece worries

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended lower on Wednesday, snapping a two-day rally as energy shares slid with oil prices and as investors' anxiety about the euro zone returned in the closing minutes of trading.

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Court allows Aereo to auction TV streaming technology assets

A bankruptcy court has allowed defunct video streaming company Aereo Inc to auction its TV streaming technology assets, according to court papers published on Friday.

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New Luxembourg leaks reveal Disney, Koch Industries tax deals

Tax deals that entertainment firm Walt Disney Co, commodities group Koch Industries and others agreed with the Luxembourg authorities were revealed on Tuesday by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ).

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CBS, Dish reach deal after CBS pulls programming

U.S. broadcasting companies CBS Corp and Dish Network Corp reached a multiyear deal on Saturday with CBS agreeing to continue to deliver its programs to Dish's 14 million subscribers.

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