Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window

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Asian Stocks Hit Record on Tech Rally, Yen Gains: Markets Wrap

Published On : 2026-01-16

Asia’s tech-led rally pushed equities to new highs after strong earnings from a chip bellwether eased worries about overheating in the artificial intelligence sector and encouraged investors to add bets.

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Casting is dead. Long live casting!

Published On : 2026-01-16

This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week.Last month, Netflix made the surprising decision to kill off a key feature: With no prior warning, the company removed the ability to cast videos from its mobile apps to a wide range of smart TVs and streaming devices. Casting is now only supported on older Chromecast streaming adapters that didn’t ship with a remote, Nest Hub smart displays, and select Vizio and Compal smart TVs.That’s a stunning departure for the company. Prior to…

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China Warns of ‘Penalties’ Against Carmakers For Price War

Published On : 2026-01-16

Chinese regulators warned of “severe penalties” against automakers after they started a new round of price cuts, defying a campaign by authorities to curb excessive competition.

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Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window

Published On : 2026-01-16

Titles such as Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, The Legend of Zelda, The Nightingale, and Sam Mendes’ Beatles films will roll out gradually starting later this year, with worldwide availability expected by 2029.

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