Emma Roth

News Writer

LinkedIn is making it easier to search for people with AI

Emma RothNov 13, 2025

The future of Disney Plus could involve AI-generated videos

Emma RothNov 13, 2025

Disney is “trying really hard” to get ESPN back on YouTube TV.

During an earnings call, Disney CEO Bob Iger said the company isn’t “trying to break any new ground” on a deal that would end the ESPN blackout:

The deal that we have proposed is equal to or better than what other large distributors have already agreed to... While we’ve been working tirelessly to close this deal and restore our channels to the platform, it’s also imperative that we make sure that we agree to a deal that reflects the value that we deliver.

Emma RothNov 13, 2025

Disney Plus adds 1.5 million subs despite the Jimmy Kimmel drama.

The streaming service grew to 59.3 million subscribers in the US and Canada just months after pausing production of Kimmel’s late-night talk show and announcing a price hike, according to its Q4 2025 earnings report.

Disney also plans to make more changes to its streaming service soon, with a new “visually engaging homepage and greater personalization.”

Disney+ Adds 3.8 Million Subscribers, Hulu Packs on 8.6 Million Amid Kimmel Controversy in September Quarter

[Variety]

Emma RothNov 12, 2025

Bob Iger and Sundar Pichai reportedly join the ESPN / YouTube TV dispute.

The Athletic reports that Disney and Google’s CEOs have become “more involved” in the negotiations nearly two weeks after ESPN, ABC, and other Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV.

Sources tell the outlet that YouTube TV is still trying to determine how much it should pay for Disney’s non-sports networks like Freeform, FX, and National Geographic.

YouTube TV, Disney find fresh momentum in talks to bring ESPN back: Sources

[The Athletic]

Emma RothNov 12, 2025

Roblox is opening up its IP licensing platform.

The licensing system originally launched with Lionsgate, Netflix, Sega, and Kodansha in July, but now Roblox will allow any eligible IP owner to offer their work to creators who might want to create a game or world inspired by their favorite show.

Roblox Launches Self-Serve IP Licensing | Roblox

[Roblox]

Emma RothNov 12, 2025

Google Play will label apps that use “excessive” battery in the background.

Google is cracking down on apps that prevent a device from going to sleep for a long period of time by performing activities in the background. Starting March 1st, 2026, Google will begin hiding some of these battery-draining apps from recommendations and may even display a warning label on their Play Store listings.