The growth of YouTube video channels are leading to new partnerships that let print publications expand their brand into the video space. One example is New York magazine which is showcasing fish sandwiches and other highlights from its annual cheap eats issue. Read more at paidContent »
Today on the Net: A new bounty challenges hackers to open up Google TV, a new study says that cord cutting doesn’t exist and a new argument could help people accused of downloading pornography from P2P networks. Read more »
Today on the Net: Time Warner CEO Jeff Bewkes warned against letting Apple rent TV episodes for 99 cents, YouTube stars have to hustle for a big payday despite their viewership numbers and Ben Silverman’s first online programming is finally online on Yahoo. Read more »
Today on the Net: Comcast has struck a deal with Blockbuster to offer discounts to a DVD-by-mail service, Electus has gained exclusive rights to non-scripted content from 5×5 Media and Netflix has confirmed that it is working on building an Android app. Read more »
DumbDumb, Will Arnett and Jason Bateman’s new branded content production house, launched its first online video campaign in conjunction with IAC’s Electus yesterday, a series of videos for Orbit gum. With the launch, Bateman says DumbDumb is looking to go head-to-head with other content on YouTube. Read more »
iPad Puts Focus on Apple’s Flash Feud; Apple and Adobe, which used to be cozy partners, have become increasingly estranged since the computer maker unveiled its iPad tablet late last month. (Wall Street Journal) Electus Hires Starcom Entertainment Vet Caraccioli-Davis; entertainment marketing specialist Laura Caraccioli-Davis is […] Read more »
Former co-chairman of NBC Entertainment Ben Silverman has got the pedigree of launching unassuming hits like The Office and Ugly Betty. He’s got the financial and technology backing of Barry Diller’s IAC. And he’s got massive distribution through one of the largest Web portals in the […] Read more »
