MediaTransformationUpdate

As Google threatens to pull its search engine from the Australian market, Microsoft sees an opportunity, even meeting with the Australian PM.

One of the best deals in streaming is getting a bit more expensive, as Sling TV is announcing a price hike combined with larger DVR options.

Vimeo has raised $300 million in equity, raising its valuation to some $5.7 billion as it prepares to become independent.

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has hired Maggie Leung, a well-known journalist, as executive editor as the company doubles down on its media efforts.

Google has taken the extraordinary step of threatening to pull its search engine out of Australia if it’s forced to pay for news content.

Citi analysts don’t believe Spotify’s big podcasting bet is paying off, according to a note they sent to investors.

Netflix is reportedly working on a new feature that will primarily benefit Apple users with certain AirPods.

In the wake of President Trump’s ban from Twitter, Mozilla CEO Mitchell Baker is calling for more transparency from internet platforms.

Twitter has banned President Trump from its platform permanently, following an initial ban of 12 hours.

Social media is under fresh fire in the wake of what is being called an “insurrection,” after a mob stormed the US Capitol.