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Critics say California got too little in deal to let Paramount buy Warner Bros
Source: reuters.com
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A California-driven settlement cleared Paramount Skydance's proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, but critics argue it inadequately addresses Hollywood competition and job-protection risks. The settlement reportedly contains limited substantive concessions from the media conglomerate, leaving potential regulatory, labor and competitive concerns around the transaction.
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