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TiVo Extends and Expands IP License with Fox

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
TV and Radio, Entertainment, Licensing (Entertainment), Companies, Television technology, News Corporation, Interactive television, Digital video recorders, Linux-based devices, Xperi, TiVo, Fox Corporation, 21st Century Fox

TiVo , a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: XPER) (Xperi), and Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) today announced a long-term renewal of their patent license.

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  • TiVo , a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: XPER) (Xperi), and Fox Corporation (NASDAQ: FOXA, FOX) today announced a long-term renewal of their patent license.
  • We are very pleased to conclude this agreement with Fox, a producer and distributor of content through world-leading Fox brands, said Samir Armaly, president, IP licensing of Xperi.
  • Fox has always worked to bring compelling content to its customers and continues to expand its direct-to-consumer audiences and capabilities.
  • TiVo has spent decades investing in research and development to create market-leading technologies broadly licensing them to the media and entertainment industry.

Fox Corporation Hires Brian Nick as Chief Communications Officer & Executive Vice President

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, News Corporation, Metromedia, Fox Sports, 21st Century Fox, Fox Networks Group, Fox Corporation, Fox News, Lachlan Murdoch, Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox Entertainment Group

NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) (the "Company" or "FOX") today announced the Company's new head of communications.

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  • NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) (the "Company" or "FOX") today announced the Company's new head of communications.
  • Brian Nickhas been named Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer.
  • The role will be based in Los Angeles and will report to Lachlan Murdoch, Chairman and CEO of Fox Corporation.
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.

Fox Corporation Announces $2 Billion Incremental Stock Repurchase Authorization

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
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NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) (the "Company" or "FOX") today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has authorized incremental stock repurchases of up to an additional $2billion of the Company's ClassA common stock and ClassB common stock.

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  • NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) (the "Company" or "FOX") today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has authorized incremental stock repurchases of up to an additional $2billion of the Company's ClassA common stock and ClassB common stock.
  • With this increase, the Company's total stock repurchase authorization is now $4 billion of which more than $1.56 billion has been completed to date.Subject to market conditions and other factors, the Company intends to repurchase, in the open market or otherwise, a combination of the Company's ClassA common stock and ClassB common stock.
  • Fox Corporation separately announced that William A. Burck has been elected to the Company's Board of Directors.
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.

Fox Corporation Chief Financial Officer Steve Tomsic to Participate at Upcoming Credit Suisse 23rd Annual Communications Conference

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Monday, June 7, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, News Corporation, Fox Sports, Fox Networks Group, 21st Century Fox, Fox Corporation, Fox

NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Chief Financial Officer Steve Tomsic will participate at the Credit Suisse 23rd Annual Communications Conference on Monday, June 14 at approximately 12:40pm (Eastern), 9:40am (Pacific).

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  • NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Chief Financial Officer Steve Tomsic will participate at the Credit Suisse 23rd Annual Communications Conference on Monday, June 14 at approximately 12:40pm (Eastern), 9:40am (Pacific).
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.
  • These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers.
  • For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com .

Fox Corporation Chief Operating Officer John Nallen to Participate at Upcoming J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, News Corporation, Fox Sports, Fox Networks Group, Fox Corporation, 21st Century Fox, Fox

NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Chief Operating Officer John Nallen will participate in a keynote session at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on Wednesday, May 26 at approximately 12:40pm (Eastern), 9:40am (Pacific).

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  • NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Chief Operating Officer John Nallen will participate in a keynote session at the J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on Wednesday, May 26 at approximately 12:40pm (Eastern), 9:40am (Pacific).
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.
  • These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers.
  • For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com .

Middle East Movies & Entertainment Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report 2021-2028: Focus on Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia & Oman - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
General Entertainment, Entertainment, Film & Motion Pictures, Music, Companies, The Walt Disney Company, News Corporation, beIN Media Group, Acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney, Fox Corporation, In American television, Fox Networks Group, beIN Channels Network, 21st Century Fox

These players account for a significant market share and have diverse product portfolios and a strong presence across the region.

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  • These players account for a significant market share and have diverse product portfolios and a strong presence across the region.
  • For instance, in April 2020, beIN Media Group, LLC launched a new cinema service that offers the latest international movies.
  • For instance, in March 2019, The Walt Disney Company closed its USD 71 billion acquisition of 21st Century Fox\'s entertainment assets.
  • Middle East Movies & Entertainment Market Variables, Trends & Scope\n'

Fox Corporation Reaches Agreement to Acquire Outkick

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, YouTubers, Fox Sports, News Corporation, Sports betting, FanDuel, Clay Travis, Fox Networks Group, 21st Century Fox, Fox Corporation, Fox News

b'LOS ANGELES, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced an agreement via its subsidiary to acquire Outkick Media, LLC, a digital media platform founded and led by Clay Travis, and related assets.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced an agreement via its subsidiary to acquire Outkick Media, LLC, a digital media platform founded and led by Clay Travis, and related assets.
  • Clay and his team have quickly made Outkick a content powerhouse with a very large, loyal and engaged audience.
  • The Outkick platform is one of FanDuel\'s attractive sources of wagering leads.\nThe Outkick users are highly-engaged with the brand, making them an appealing group for advertisers.
  • Methuselah Advisors served as the exclusive financial advisor to Outkick for the transaction.\nFox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.

Fox Corporation Names Jeff Taylor General Counsel

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Monday, March 22, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, Television in the United States, Fox Sports, Fox Corporation, Fox Networks Group, 21st Century Fox, Fox News, Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox

LOS ANGELES, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced the appointment of Jeff A. Taylor as General Counsel.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced the appointment of Jeff A. Taylor as General Counsel.
  • Claudia Teran will remain Executive Vice President and Corporate General Counsel, as well as General Counsel of FOX Sports.
  • Before joining FOX, Taylor served as Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for General Motors Co., and as the General Counsel of Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems.
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.

Fox Corporation Announces New Eleven-Year Media Rights Agreement with the National Football League

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced a new and expanded media rights agreement with the National Football League that runs through the 2033 season.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced a new and expanded media rights agreement with the National Football League that runs through the 2033 season.
  • Additionally, FOX will not extend its Thursday Night Football contract beyond its current expiration after the 2022 NFL season.
  • "This long-term agreement ensures that we will continue to deliver the best in football coverage to our viewers while also strengthening and providing optionality to our business."
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.

Fox Taps Operative Media for Next-Gen AOS Product Suite

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Companies, The Walt Disney Company, Television in the United States, Fox Sports, Fox Corporation, Fox Networks Group, 21st Century Fox, Fox News, Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox Entertainment Group, Fox

NEW YORK, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Operative Media today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) that integrates the company'scloud native sales technology platform AOS across Fox's portfolio of leading entertainment, sports, and news.

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  • NEW YORK, March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Operative Media today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) that integrates the company'scloud native sales technology platform AOS across Fox's portfolio of leading entertainment, sports, and news.
  • "Operative's AOS platform allows us to optimize and streamline our ad sales operations that will make it seamless for our clients to work across our portfolio," said Marianne Gambelli, President of Ad Sales for Fox.
  • Operative, a global leader in advertising business management solutions, and Fox partnered on the development of the AOS product suite to build the first truly open, highly configurable, and easy-to-integrate ad management solution.
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.