Rachel Geffner

Feb 13, 2024 | mondaq.com | Grace Lee |Jeff Goldstein |Lexie Perrotta |Rachel Geffner

Machine learning (ML) and generative AI have the potential to transform production workflows and the content creation process. But the extent to which they do so will depend on the level of disruption that consumers, writers, talent, and producers have an appetite for. We do not expect generative AI to entirely replace the creative work done by humans, especially for premium content.

Feb 9, 2024 | mondaq.com | Jeff Goldstein |Grace Lee |Lexie Perrotta |Rachel Geffner

As we examine the menu for media industry dealmaking in the upcoming year, it's evident that there are both sweet and sour ingredients. The Federal Reserve's expectation to maintain interest rates above 5% until 2024 will be a significant headwind. A higher-for-longer rate environment will intensify the difficulties faced by those seeking to secure debt financing for mergers and acquisitions, further complicating the dealmaking landscape.

Dec 6, 2023 | mondaq.com | Jeff Goldstein |Grace Lee |Lexie Perrotta |Rachel Geffner

Five major trends to emerge next year as overall streaming growth decelerates and willingness to pay for premium content peaks. Developments in AI utilization, local news, wholesale distribution, ad spending, and M&A will drive industry trajectory.