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PARAMOUNT GLOBAL AND CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCE NEW MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT FOR DISTRIBUTION OF PARAMOUNT’S LINEAR NETWORKS, CBS OWNED-AND-OPERATED STATIONS AND DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER STREAMING SERVICES

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Ad-Supported Paramount+ Essential and BET+ Essential will be Included in Spectrum Video Packages at No Additional Cost to Customers

Charter to Make Paramount’s Direct-to-Consumer Products Available for Purchase by its Internet-Only Customers 

NEW YORK and STAMFORD, Conn., May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) and Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) today announced they will extend their long-standing partnership with a multi-year distribution agreement for Paramount’s full portfolio of linear cable networks, CBS-owned-and-operated broadcast stations and direct-to-consumer streaming services that generates greater value for consumers while creating new distribution opportunities and a glide path to a healthier video ecosystem.

In addition to CBS, America’s most-watched network, Spectrum audiences will continue to enjoy access to some of TV’s most popular cable brands, including BET, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount Network – home to “Yellowstone,” the biggest series in all of television – as well as premium service Paramount+ with Showtime. As part of the deal, the ad-supported versions of Paramount’s direct-to-consumer services, Paramount+ Essential and BET+ Essential, will be included at no additional cost to Charter’s Spectrum TV customers. Charter also will make Paramount’s direct-to-consumer products available for purchase to its millions of Internet-only customers.

“From the outset, Paramount has embraced Charter’s goal of evolving the video distribution model, and we have appreciated their willingness to collaborate on a solution that benefits our mutual customers and the video industry as a whole,” said Tom Montemagno, Executive Vice President, Programming Acquisition for Charter, which operates the Spectrum brand of video and connectivity services. “Continuing to build on our new distribution framework with the addition of Paramount+ Essential and BET+ Essential, joining the Paramount+ with Showtime service for Paramount+ with Showtime linear customers and others like Disney+, ESPN+, ViX, Max for HBO customers, Tennis Channel Plus, and numerous regional sports networks’ direct-to-consumer apps for customers of our regional sports networks, Spectrum continues to transform the cable bundle to become the best destination and value for video customers and we expect to continue to add more enhancements like this in the near future.”

“We are very pleased to renew and expand our long-standing partnership with Charter to provide continued access to Paramount’s leading portfolio of broadcast, entertainment, news and sports brands,” said Ray Hopkins, President of U.S. Networks Distribution at Paramount. “This innovative deal celebrates our mutual commitment to deliver flexibility, choice and value for audiences everywhere, and we look forward to bringing even more of our fan-favorite programming to Spectrum customers through our direct-to-consumer streaming services for the first time.”

Among the key deal points:

Charter will continue to carry Paramount’s CBS owned-and-operated broadcast stations, along with all of Paramount’s current cable networks and Paramount+ with Showtime, in relevant tiers across all Spectrum TV Select packages, Mi Plan Latino, TV Choice and TV Stream.Later this year, Paramount+ Essential and BET+ Essential will be made available at no additional cost to all Spectrum TV Select packages and Mi Plan Latino customers through the Xumo Stream Box or any other Paramount+ supported device, and the Paramount+ with Showtime plan will continue to be received at no cost by all of Spectrum’s Paramount+ with Showtime linear customers as well.Spectrum customers that have Paramount+ Essential included will be offered the opportunity to upgrade to the ad-free version of Paramount+ with Showtime later this year.

Charter and Paramount will continue to innovate through long-standing advanced advertising partnerships, leveraging the local and advanced capabilities of Spectrum Reach, Charter’s advertising sales business, which will be enhanced through this new agreement. Additionally, Charter will leverage its vast distribution capabilities – including its nearly 25,000 onshore, in-house sales and marketing employees – to offer Paramount’s direct-to-consumer products to its Internet-only customers for purchase at retail rates, with revenue share to Charter for new paid subscriptions and ad-free upgrades.

Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

About Paramount
Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media, streaming and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, Paramount’s portfolio includes CBS, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+ and Pluto TV. Paramount holds one of the industry’s most extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions.

For more information about Paramount, please visit www.paramount.com and follow @ParamountCo on social platforms.

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About Charter
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the Company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.

For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities, Spectrum Enterprise® provides highly customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The Company also distributes award-winning news coverage and sports programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.

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Omdia: Small medium OLED shipment to hit 1 billion units for the first time in 2025

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LONDON, Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — New data from Omdia has revealed that OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) technology, which began with small displays under 10 inches two decades ago, is set to reach new heights in 2025. With advancements in technology, capacity and cost, OLED is poised for significant growth. Over the years, OLED has outperformed LCD displays in key areas such as color saturation, slimness, weight, flexibility and contrast. These advantages have accelerated the transition from LCD to OLED, particularly as production scales expand, especially in China.

According to Omdia’s latest OLED Display Market Tracker, small to medium OLED shipments are expected to surpass one billion units for the first time. The milestone includes displays ranging from 1-inch to 8-inch, covering a wide array of applications such as game consoles, AR/VR/MR headsets, near eyeglasses and head-mount displays, automotive displays, smartphones, sub displays, smartwatches and industrial displays.

OLED technology has seen significant growth in the smartphone market, driven by China OLED makers such as BOE, ChinaStar, EverDisplay, Visionox and Tianma as along with the vast technological advancements from Korean giants Samsung Display and LG Display. Additionally, OLED displays are expanding into the new applications including AR/VR and automotive displays.

David Hsieh, Senior Research Director, Displays in Omdia highlights, “Despite its higher cost and more complex manufacturing, OLED has proven ideal for small to medium displays due to its slim design, lightweight, excellent picture quality, efficient power consumption and flexibility. Beyond replacing TFT LCDs in these applications, OLED enables  innovative form factors like ultra-lightweight and foldable designs. Shipments of small to medium OLED display are projected to peak 1 billion units in 2025.”

Conversely, display manufacturers are refining OLED production processes while scaling up capacity scale with innovations such as Gen8.6 fabs, LTPO+ backplane, COE, fingerprint-on-display technology, under display cameras, hybrid OLEDs, Tandem RGB OLEDs, mask-less OLED photolithographic deposition and ink jet printing. These new developments aim to elevate OLED’s value proposition beyond mere volume growth.

Hsieh added, “However, new players are beginning to challenge the dominance of OLED. Samsung Display and LG Display have introduced stretchable Micro LED displays, while display manufacturers like AUO and Tianma are initiating mass production of small to medium Micro LED displays, supported by gradual improvements in cost and product readiness. After reaching its peak, small to medium OLED displays are expected to enjoy a golden era lasting for decades, though they may eventually be overshadowed by the emergence of Micro LED Display.”

ABOUT OMDIA
Omdia, part of Informa TechTarget, Inc. (Nasdaq: TTGT), is a technology research and advisory group. Our deep knowledge of tech markets combined with our actionable insights empower organizations to make smart growth decisions.

Contact: Fasiha Khan / fasiha.khan@omdia.com

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Delta Force New First-Person Shooter from the Team Behind Call of Duty: Mobile Now Available

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Free to Play PC Multiplayer Campaign Now Available on Steam; iOS, Android and Google Play Games on PC Launches Jan. 20; Black Hawk Down Campaign Follows Shortly After  

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Mission launch! Team Jade today released their highly-anticipated multiplayer Open Beta for first-person tactical shooter Delta Force. Following a successful Steam Next Fest reception, where Delta Force was the 4th most wishlisted title and topped all three Steam Next Fest charts, Team Jade is excited to bring more expanded content such as new weapons and Operators, unique maps, engaging missions and more to the multiplayer campaign. 

 

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“The entire team at Team Jade is proud to release our vision for Delta Force upon the world,” said Shadow Guo, Game Director of Delta Force. “We’re truly excited to jump in with gamers across the globe in this exciting new shooter, who we hope will have as much fun playing the game as we had making it.”

Available at launch with Season Genesis, Delta Force will feature a diverse roster of multiplayer modes, a deep and customizable weapons arsenal, top notch graphics and more. An action-packed single-player/co-op campaign will be arriving in January of 2025. Furthermore, Delta Force will be available on the App Store, Google Play Store, and Google Play Games on PC January 20, 2025 with pre-registration begins today.

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The PC Open Beta includes both multiplayer modes, including:

Warfare: A 32v32 player game mode where teams battle across massive maps of authentic terrain, utilizing a range of authentic and satisfying weapons and equipment, as well as military vehicles such as tanks and aircraft, to take on the enemy across the large objective-laden battlefields.Operations: Form a squad of three to take on rival teams and marauding AI-controlled mercenaries. Random events across huge mission-based maps will keep players on their toes, as they work together through PvE-focused missions full of valuable loot. 

For more information about Delta Force visit our official website and YouTube channel, with additional updates found on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

About Delta Force

Delta Force is the upcoming free-to-play tactical shooter that is the next installment of the beloved Delta Force series, which will feature large-scale multiplayer modes, as well as an action-packed single-player/co-op campaign, a deep weapons arsenal for customization, and more. Delta Force PC Open Beta launches on December 5th and players can join the fray by getting the game for free via its website, Steam and Epic Games Store pages. Players can now also pre-register on the App Store, Google Play Store, and Google Play Games on PC for the January 20, 2025 launch.

About Team Jade

Team Jade is a notable branch of TiMi Studio Group renowned for Call of Duty: Mobile and Assault Fire, the latter being the most popular Chinese shooter game on PC for the past decade. With a roster of hundreds of industry veterans, the team has garnered multiple prestigious accolades, including BAFTA and TGA awards.

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Korea Legal Industry Veteran Robert Surh Joins TransPerfect Legal

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NEW YORK and SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TransPerfect Legal, the global leader in legal technology, AI, and advisory services, today announced the hiring of Robert Surh as a Director in the company’s APAC region. Based in Seoul, Surh’s addition strengthens TransPerfect Legal’s presence in Korea and underscores its commitment to the region.

In his new position, Surh will take responsibility for the growth of TransPerfect Legal’s technology, services, and advisory offerings across Asia, with a particular emphasis on South Korea and neighboring markets. With over two decades of experience spanning litigation, corporate law, forensic consulting, and global account management, Surh’s expertise will have an immediate positive impact on clients.

Surh began his career as a US-licensed attorney, where he gained first-hand litigation experience. He honed his skills at prestigious law firms, managing complex federal and state commercial class action and mass tort cases. He later transitioned to corporate law, where he held the role of General Manager of Foreign Litigation at LG Electronics and Chief Legal Counsel of Foreign Legal Affairs at E.Land World Co., Ltd. Surh also served as Head Counsel and Director at Deloitte Anjin, LLC, followed by a Director role at AlixPartners, which further expanded his consulting and advisory skills.

Surh commented, “As a leader in legal technology, digital forensics, and language services, TransPerfect’s cross-border value proposition is the best there is, particularly in APAC where language and regulations can differ dramatically. I am excited to join the growing team and continue TransPerfect Legal’s expansion across the Asia-Pacific region.”

TransPerfect President and Co-CEO Phil Shawe stated, “It is my honor to welcome Robert Surh to the TransPerfect team. Our clients in Korea, and throughout all of APAC, will benefit greatly from his experience and expertise.”

About TransPerfect Legal
TransPerfect Legal is a global leader in legal technology, AI, and advisory services for Am Law 200 and Global 100 law firms as well as corporate legal departments. With offices in more than 140 cities worldwide, solutions include forensic technology and consultingeDiscovery and early data assessmentmanaged review and legal staffinglanguage servicesdeposition and trial support, and paper discovery, all offered alongside the Reef Technology ecosystem, TransPerfect Legal’s suite of proprietary applications that address the needs of legal and regulatory practitioners around the world. For more information, please visit www.transperfectlegal.com.

About TransPerfect
TransPerfect is the world’s largest provider of language services and AI solutions for global business. From offices in over 140 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 200+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 6,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect’s GlobalLink® technology to simplify the management of multilingual content. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com.

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