Alex Weprin

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The Hollywood Reporter media/business writer; covers TV/streaming economics and corporate strategy.

Warner Bros. Chooses Paramount Over Netflix, Matching Window Opens
SocialFeb 26, 2026

Warner Bros. Chooses Paramount Over Netflix, Matching Window Opens

To explain this in English: Warner Bros. has decided that Paramount's offer is better than its Netflix deal, but Netflix has a window to match or best Paramount. Does Netflix stick with it? Or will it bail? https://t.co/W9rTU1YRbY

By Alex Weprin
Paramount Accepts Warner Offer, Pursues Tender and Proxy Fight
SocialFeb 17, 2026

Paramount Accepts Warner Offer, Pursues Tender and Proxy Fight

New: Paramount is taking Warners up on its offer. Says in statement that it's "prepared to engage in good faith and constructive discussions" while also proceeding with tender and proxy fight.

By Alex Weprin
FTC Clears Sony’s $460M Purchase of Peanuts Franchise
SocialFeb 17, 2026

FTC Clears Sony’s $460M Purchase of Peanuts Franchise

The FTC has signed off on Sony's $460 million deal to acquire the Peanuts franchise, per a Hart-Scott-Rodino filing. Deal was announced in December. https://t.co/Y9ayPm2bI8

By Alex Weprin