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The PARAA news page on Stock Titan provides an archive of news and press releases related to Paramount Global and its Class A common stock prior to the company’s combination with Skydance Media and subsequent delisting. Paramount described itself as a global media, streaming and entertainment company with a portfolio that includes CBS, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+ and Pluto TV, and this news flow reflects activity across those brands.
Coverage includes corporate announcements such as quarterly earnings releases, where Paramount Global reports financial results and hosts investor webcasts, as well as transaction-related updates tied to the merger with Skydance Media and the creation of Paramount Skydance Corporation. These items explain key dates, election deadlines for stockholders, and the expected transition of public trading to the PSKY ticker while PARAA and PARA cease to be listed on Nasdaq.
Brand and content news is also prominent. Nickelodeon press releases highlight programming moves like adding the Emmy Award-winning series Modern Family to the Nick at Nite lineup, airing animated series Unicorn Academy and Vida the Vet, and launching the preschool series Tim Rex in Space in partnership with Channel 5’s Milkshake!. Other items describe collaborations such as a SpongeBob SquarePants fashion collection and the "Worthy" public service campaign with Plan International, featuring Dora and airing across Nickelodeon and MTV networks in many markets.
For researchers and investors, this page serves as a historical record of how Paramount used its broadcast networks, cable channels and streaming platforms, and how the company communicated major strategic steps leading to its integration into Paramount Skydance Corporation. Users can review these archived updates to understand the evolution of the business and the events surrounding the end of PARAA as a standalone Nasdaq-listed security.
HBCU Buzz, BET, Live Nation Urban, and When We All Vote have launched the Vote Loud: HBCU Voter Registration Challenge to encourage voter participation among HBCU students and community members for the 2024 election. The challenge, running from September 5 to October 5, 2024, aims to empower young Black voters and increase civic engagement.
Participants can win prizes for their school community by registering to vote and promoting voter registration. The initiative highlights the importance of Black voters, who represent 14% of all eligible voters in the United States. The challenge emphasizes the impact of down-ballot races and ballot initiatives on issues such as the economy and cost of living.
PARA partners HBCU Buzz, BET, Live Nation Urban and When We All Vote to launch Vote Loud: HBCU Voter Registration Challenge, a nonpartisan campaign running from September 5, 2024 to October 5, 2024. The challenge invites HBCU students, alumni, professors and community members to register voters and earn points for their school to win special prizes and performances to be announced.
The initiative emphasizes the voting power of Black Americans—more than 34 million eligible voters—and seeks to boost turnout on issues affecting young Black voters, including the economy and cost of living.
Pepsi launches a massive campaign called 'Make Your Gameday Epic™' to celebrate the 2024 NFL season and promote Paramount Pictures' upcoming 'Gladiator II' film. The campaign features Megan Thee Stallion as 'Empress Megan' leading NFL stars Josh Allen, Derrick Henry, Justin Jefferson, and Travis Kelce in a Gladiator-themed short film. Megan also recorded a new version of Queen's 'We Will Rock You' for the campaign.
The campaign includes a portrait generator tool, -edition AR-enabled cans, retail displays, and a Fandango movie ticket offer. Pepsi collaborated with Ridley Scott Associates and Paramount Brand Studio for this campaign, which will be prominently featured during the 2024 MTV VMAs hosted by Megan Thee Stallion.
Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA) is partnering with Pepsi on a Gladiator II–inspired campaign titled "Make Your Gameday Epic™" to kick off the 2024 NFL season. The multi‑platform promotion features Megan Thee Stallion, NFL stars Josh Allen, Derrick Henry, Justin Jefferson and Travis Kelce, a new version of "We Will Rock You," limited augmented‑reality collector cans, a selfie "My Roman Empire" generator, retail displays in English and Spanish, and a Fandango movie reward offer running 10/6/24–12/6/24.
The campaign leverages Paramount Pictures, CBS Sports and Paramount Global networks and ties marketing to Gladiator II (theatrical release Nov 22, 2024) and the 2024 MTV VMAs on Sept 11.
Nickelodeon has announced the addition of Modern Family to its Nick at Nite programming lineup starting Monday, Sept. 9. All 11 seasons of the 22-time Emmy® Award-winning comedy series will air daily from 2-4 a.m. (ET/PT). This marks the first time Modern Family will air within Paramount's family of brands. The show joins other popular comedies in Nick at Nite's roster, including Friends, Mike & Molly, Mom, Young Sheldon, and The Neighborhood.
Rachel Crain, SVP of Programming & Content Strategy at Nickelodeon Networks, expressed excitement about adding the critically acclaimed sitcom to their nightly lineup. The licensing agreement with Disney Entertainment was negotiated by Barbara Zaneri, Chief Programming Acquisitions Officer for Paramount Global.
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon are launching the 2nd annual Kids Relief campaign, 'Game to Change the World,' from Aug. 27 to Sept. 20. The campaign features:
1. A Roblox game called Kids Relief Simulator with celebrity guests.
2. A Roblox scavenger hunt in partnership with games like SpongeBob Simulator and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Battle Tycoon.
3. Real-world community service activities guided by Nickelodeon Our World.
4. A star-studded Roblox music festival featuring artists like Imagine Dragons and Conan Gray.
The campaign aims to empower kids to become changemakers, raising funds for programs supporting youth empowerment, education, and economic growth opportunities.
Paramount Global's Special Committee announced the end of the 'Go-Shop' process as Edgar Bronfman Jr.'s consortium withdrew their acquisition proposal. The committee contacted over 50 third parties during this period to explore potential acquisition offers. Charles E. Phillips, Jr., Chair of the Special Committee, reaffirmed their belief that the agreed transaction with Skydance Media offers immediate value and potential for continued growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
The Skydance transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions. Paramount will file a registration statement on Form S-4 with the SEC, including an information statement/prospectus, regarding the proposed transactions involving Paramount, Skydance, and NAI.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) and Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) have announced that Paramount+ Essential, the ad-supported version of Paramount's streaming service, is now included at no extra cost in all Spectrum TV Select and Mi Plan Latino packages nationwide. This offering is part of a new multi-year distribution agreement between the companies.
Spectrum video customers can now access over 40,000 episodes of shows and movies, including popular original series and live sports on CBS. The service can be streamed through the Xumo Stream Box or any Paramount+ supported device. This partnership aims to provide greater value for Spectrum's video customers while creating new distribution opportunities for Paramount, contributing to a healthier video ecosystem.
Paramount Global's Special Committee has announced the receipt of an acquisition proposal from Edgar Bronfman, Jr., representing a consortium of investors. This proposal qualifies the Bronfman Consortium as an 'Excluded Party' under the terms of the Skydance transaction agreement. As a result, the 'go shop' period for the Bronfman Consortium has been extended until September 5, 2024. The Special Committee contacted over 50 third parties during the go-shop period to gauge interest in acquiring Paramount. For other parties, the go-shop period expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time today. Centerview Partners and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP are serving as financial advisor and legal counsel, respectively, to the Paramount Special Committee.
Michel Germain Parfums has partnered with Paramount Consumer Products to launch a prestige fragrance collection inspired by the hit series Emily in Paris. The collection, crafted by award-winning perfumer Michel Germain, aims to capture the essence of the show's protagonist and Parisian romance. Available fragrances include Emily in Paris, Emily in Paris Heartfelt, Emily in Paris Romantic, Emily in Paris Je T'aime, and Emily in Paris Pour Homme for men.
Michel Germain, known for creating fragrances out of love for his wife, ensures each scent embodies genuine romance. The collection is now available on MichelGermain.com, coinciding with the release of Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 on Netflix on August 15th. This collaboration leverages Paramount's diverse portfolio of consumer brands and aims to offer fans a tangible connection to the popular series.
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