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TV
European TV Buyers: What They're Looking for in 2025
At the London TV Screenings and MIP London, top European buyers focused on premium dramas, crime series, and emotional storytelling. Facing budget cuts, they’re adapting with flexible rights deals, co-productions, and strategic acquisitions.
Production Incetnives
California Legislation: Updating Tax Program To Stay Competitive
California may expand its film and TV tax incentives, aiming to attract diverse productions amid rising competition. Proposed changes include a higher cap and revised eligibility criteria.
International
Europe's Industry Investments: €120 Million by 2025
The European Investment Fund (EIF) has invested €25M in IPR.VC's Fund III, backing European film and TV. The goal: attract more investors to hit €120M by March 2025.
Unions
New Developmental Agreement: Actors’ Equity, Broadway League End Strike
Actors' Equity has ratified a five-year deal after an eight-month strike, securing an 8% pay increase and more preproduction time for stag
Video Games
Game Recovery: Study Reveals $17.5 Billion Investment in 2024
The video game industry recovered in 2024 with $17.5 billion in investments, up 39% from last year. Optimism for 2025 grows as major companies plan further investments.
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