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Bliss’ Uncool WWE podcast debuts Sept 22

WWE has announced Uncool with Alexa Bliss, a new podcast series debuting on September 22nd. Hosted by WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss, the podcast will transport listeners back in time as Bliss and her guests discuss their most nostalgic, cringeworthy and laugh out loud moments from before their fame and success. Each Tuesday, Bliss will sit […]

September 8, 2020By Nik Roseveare

Ring of Honor launches 24/7 linear network

Ring of Honor Wrestling, the US wrestling promotion, has announced the creation of ROH Best On The Planet, a new digital-first 24/7 linear network that will offer Ring of Honor Wrestling content 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. “This is in line with our mission to be the most engaging promotion for all […]

September 3, 2020By Nik Roseveare

WWE elects Pamon to Board of Directors

WWE has announced that Steve Pamon, President and Chief Operating Officer of Parkwood Entertainment has been elected to its Board of Directors. “Steve brings an extraordinary track record from the media and entertainment industry and is an accomplished senior executive,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman & CEO. “I am confident his experience and insights will […]

September 2, 2020

EE launches The Full Works Plan for iPhone

EE has launched The Full Works Plan for iPhone, providing the best of Apple and EE exclusively in one plan. The new plan allows EE customers in the UK to receive inclusive access to Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade for the duration of their plan, as well as unlimited mobile data and the […]

September 2, 2020

Germany: DAZN launches on Vodafone’s GigaTV

DAZN, the sports streaming service, is now available on Vodafone’s GigaTV platform in Germany. The companies say it is the “first of multiple partnerships integrations” anticipated between them as they respond to “customer demand for frictionless, richer viewing experiences”. The DAZN app has launched on the GigaTV 4K Box for cable TV customers, and the […]

September 1, 2020By Nik Roseveare

WWE moves production to Amway Center

WWE is moving all of its TV production to the Amway Center in Orlando – home of the NBA’s Orlando Magic. Throughout the pandemic, WWE has maintained a regular filming schedule for its weekly TV shows and PPV events inside its Performace Center, also based in Orlando, but will be moving to the much larger […]

August 17, 2020By Nik Roseveare

WWE names Khan President & Chief Revenue Officer

WWE has announced that Nick Khan, former Co-Head of Television at Creative Artists Agency (CAA), has been named President & Chief Revenue Officer, reporting directly to WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. “Nick is a seasoned media executive with a deep understanding of our business and a proven track record of generating significant value for […]

August 5, 2020

WWE sees record revenue despite pandemic

WWE has reported Q2 revenues of $223.4 million (€189.6m) as compared to $268.9 million in the prior year quarter reflecting the timing of the company’s PPV event in Saudi Arabia; Revenues reached a record $514.4 million year-to-date, representing 14 per cent growth from the prior year period. WWE Network, the company’s SVoD platform sae average […]

July 30, 2020

WWE appoints Bermudez-Key as LatAm GM

WWE has announced the appointment of Klaudia Bermudez-Key as General Manager, Latin America. In her new role, Bermudez-Key will lead WWE’s strategic business initiatives and day-to-day operations in the LATAM region and work with partners across all of WWE’s lines of business, including television, live events, marketing, sponsorship, advanced media, licensing and merchandising. She will […]

July 20, 2020

WWE appoints Salen CFO

WWE has announced the appointment of Kristina Salen as Chief Financial Officer reporting directly to WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon, effective August 3rd. Salen served as the first CFO of Etsy, where she grew the business from $895 million in gross sales to $3 billion in four years, led and executed the company’s IPO […]

July 8, 2020