As legacy business models come under pressure and investors demand greater focus, media companies are rethinking their portfolios through mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and spin-offs. Is the future about building larger media giants—or creating leaner, more specialized businesses? This session explores the strategic decisions reshaping the industry and what they’ll mean for audiences, advertisers, and investors.

• Why media companies are pursuing mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs
• When scale creates competitive advantage—and when focus wins
• The next wave of likely deals, separations, and strategic partnerships
• How streaming, sports, news, and entertainment assets are being revalued
• The role of regulators and antitrust in shaping the industry’s future
• Which companies are positioned to emerge stronger in a rapidly evolving media landscape