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The Media Authority of Hesse and the FSK see an urgent need for action on the protection of young people in the media. In view of changing media habits among children and young people, they are calling for a future-proof legal framework and greater responsibility for recognised self-regulatory bodies. Also......
The US government has sharply criticised Germany’s planned investment requirement for streaming platforms and suggested that it may breach the transatlantic trade agreement between the EU and the US. Berlin, however, rejects the allegations......
The illegal use of TV streams in Germany continues to rise significantly. According to the media association VAUNET, citing a recent study by the consultancy firm Goldmedia, the total economic loss in 2025 amounted to......
The Cannes Film Market has long since ceased to be seen merely as a showcase for arthouse cinema, but is now also regarded as a strategic sourcing tool for global streaming platforms. A look at Netflix’s acquisitions to date clearly shows how......
On 27 May 2026, the Federal Cabinet approved the government’s draft bill for the Media Services Investment Obligation Act (MedienInvestVG). This decision also lays the groundwork for the release of additional federal funds for film funding.......
At the Cannes Film Festival, a debate about power dynamics in the French film industry has become a key topic within the sector. The debate was sparked by an open letter from around 600 film professionals who...
The live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on MagentaTV will be technically supported by a wide-ranging production network. DMC Production Germany will play a key role in this, acting as the technical service provider and studio partner for the......
The Lübeck Nordic Film Festival is set for a change in leadership: the Hanseatic City of Lübeck has re-advertised the position of managing director of this long-established festival. This follows the announcement that Susanne Kasimir is retiring, who......
Plaion Pictures is further expanding its range of genre content and is now bringing the well-established Italian horror label „Midnight Factory“ to Germany. Since 22 May 2026, the new additional channel has been available via Prime......
Following their launch last year, the Filmfest Hamburg Industry Days are set to be expanded further. From 28 September to 1 October 2026, Filmfest Hamburg’s industry programme aims once again to bring together international filmmakers,......