Tag

Sky

All articles tagged with #sky

Comcast and Sky Secure Global Distribution Deal with Warner Bros. Discovery

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline

Comcast's Sky has withdrawn its lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery after the two companies reached a new global distribution agreement. The lawsuit, filed in September, accused Warner Bros. Discovery of breaching a five-year output deal by not providing enough programming, particularly concerning a planned HBO Harry Potter series. The new deal allows Comcast to include Warner Bros. Discovery's content in its Xfinity and Sky UK and Ireland offerings, strengthening their distribution relationship.

Harry Potter's Wizards of Baking: A Magical Culinary Show Premieres

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety

"Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking," a competition show featuring bakers creating magical Potter-themed treats, will be available on Prime Video in the U.K. and Ireland starting December 17, with the final episode airing on Christmas Eve. The show will also air in the U.S. on Food Network and Max from November 14. Despite Warner Bros. Discovery's existing deal with Sky, tensions have risen as Sky filed a lawsuit over WBD's decision to keep the upcoming "Harry Potter" series for its own Max platform rollout in Europe.

Scarlett Johansson AI Voice Controversy Sparks Debate on Persona Rights

Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR

Featured image for Scarlett Johansson AI Voice Controversy Sparks Debate on Persona Rights
Source: NPR

Researchers at Arizona State University found that OpenAI's now-pulled "Sky" voice assistant bears a striking resemblance to Scarlett Johansson's voice, more so than 98% of other actresses analyzed. Despite OpenAI's claims that the similarity was unintentional, Johansson is outraged, especially since OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman had previously reached out to her to license her voice. The debate continues over whether the resemblance was a deliberate design choice or a coincidence.

Angel Reese Shines in Sky's Upset Over Liberty in Weatherspoon's Homecoming

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

Featured image for Angel Reese Shines in Sky's Upset Over Liberty in Weatherspoon's Homecoming
Source: New York Post

The Liberty suffered their first loss of the season, falling 90-81 to the Sky, who capitalized on turnovers and fast-break points. Despite a strong effort from Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones, the Liberty couldn't overcome the Sky's aggressive play. Sky rookie Angel Reese contributed significantly with 13 points and nine rebounds. Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello acknowledged the team's need for more resilience and better shot selection.