Amazon acquires global rights to stream Emmys in multi-year agreement

What happened

Amazon has secured the global streaming rights to the Emmy Awards through a six-year deal. This agreement marks a shift from traditional US broadcast networks to live streaming worldwide.

Why it matters

This transition highlights the growing trend of streaming services taking over traditional broadcasting.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you are a fan of the Emmy Awards?

You will now be able to watch the ceremony through Amazon's streaming service, which may change how you access the event compared to traditional TV broadcasts. This shift could also influence the overall viewing experience and availability of additional content related to the Emmys.

How does this story affect you if you work in television production?

The transition of the Emmys to a streaming platform may alter the landscape of award shows and how they are produced and marketed. This could impact job opportunities and funding within traditional broadcasting as more events move towards streaming.

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