# UK Watches Skydance-Paramount Deal Closely | US News

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-06-30T13:57:47+00:00
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The UK is closely scrutinizing the $11 billion Skydance-Paramount deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, fearing it could threaten media freedom and on-demand access for British viewers. While approved in the US, China, and Germany, Britain’s regulators are demanding responses by July 6th, with potential for a formal review if concerns persist. The merger could impact major UK assets like Channel 5, CNN International, TNT Sports, and streaming giants HBO Max and Paramount Plus, forcing possible concessions to preserve editorial independence. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9fc18aa213edf0c0

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