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Quibi on Track for April Launch
Streaming service with fresh content could benefit from lockdown
Short-form streaming startup Quibi has been forced to cancel promotional events, but it appears that the company remains advantageously positioned to launch on April 6.
Ballmer’s Forum Deal Raises Questions
Clippers owner pays $400 million, still plans to build basketball arena nearby
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer's $400 million cash purchase of the Forum has people wondering what the deal will mean for the storied Inglewood venue.
LAX Posts Traffic Dip for February
Drop is expected to worsen in March and April
Passenger traffic at Los Angeles International Airport fell nearly 4% in February with international traffic plunging almost 10% as the first impact of the coronavirus pandemic was felt.
Scopely Secures Additional $200 Million
Chernin, Advance contribute to company’s Series D funding round
Scopely Inc., a Culver City-based mobile game publisher, announced an additional $200 million in Series D funding.
Activision Names Alegre as President
Former Google exec will report to Kotick
Game publisher Activision Blizzard Inc. has seen a high-profile game rollout, the arrival of a new senior executive and the departure of a key company veteran in a short time frame.
Eyes on the Ball
Kroenke's Vision Becomes a Reality
Stan Kroenke is the Los Angeles Business Journal's 2020 Business Person of the Year.
For the Win
Stan Kroenke’s visions — for the Rams, SoFi Stadium and Inglewood — are becoming a reality
In this rare interview with Stan Kroenke, he shares his vision for SoFi Stadium, sports in L.A. and more.
Stan Kroenke: A Condensed Guide
A look at the life and holdings of the Business Person of the Year
Take a look at Stan Kroenke's life and holdings, from his beginnings to his current net worth.
By the Books
Avid reader Stan Kroenke shares some of his favorites
Stan Kroenke shares his favorite books and authors.
Is Lions Gate Reaching a Crossroads?
Studio management seeks rebound
Film and television studio Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. has suffered a wrenching plunge in its stock price over the past few years.
Video Game Companies May Be Poised for Gains
Virus could increase demand
The gaming industry stands to be one of the few sectors that could benefit from the coronavirus pandemic despite losses triggered by disrupted conferences and esports tournaments.
ArcLight Looks to Spice Things Up With Promotion
Theater chain enlists celeb chefs for popcorn ‘Experience’
Arclight has unveiled a new offering to up its game: gourmet popcorn flavors created by celebrity chefs and inspired by ArcLight’s four major markets, including L.A.
72andSunny Elevates Shutt
Move by ad agency follows departures, layoffs in 2019
Playa Vista-based advertising agency 72andSunny has named Global Chief Operating Officer and Partner Evin Shutt to lead the company as chief executive.
Southwest to Add 2 Flights at Long Beach Airport This Summer
Southwest Airlines Co. on March 12 announced it will add two weekday flights at Long Beach Airport this summer, one to Oakland and the other to San Jose.
Quibi Funding Reaches $1.75 Billion
Startup to launch programs in April
Short-form video startup Quibi announced that it has closed a $750 million funding round, bringing the streaming service’s total funding to $1.75 billion.
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