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Peter Kafka

Peter Kafka

Former Senior Correspondent

    Latest articles by Peter Kafka

    Technology
    Time Inc. Shuffles Managers (Memo)Time Inc. Shuffles Managers (Memo)
    Technology

    Former Dow Jones executive Todd Larsen is out; Evelyn Webster is up.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Four More Moguls for Code/Media: Warner Bros.’ Tsujihara, Universal Music’s Grainge, Peter Chernin and Mark CubanFour More Moguls for Code/Media: Warner Bros.’ Tsujihara, Universal Music’s Grainge, Peter Chernin and Mark Cuban
    Technology

    We’re gathering the most interesting people at the intersection of media and technology in February. You should join us.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    After Getting to $100 Million, BuzzFeed Ad Sales Boss Andy Wiedlin Heads for the DoorAfter Getting to $100 Million, BuzzFeed Ad Sales Boss Andy Wiedlin Heads for the Door
    Technology

    Wiedlin leaves behind one of the most high-profile gigs in media sales.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    AOL Adds More Video Help by Buying Content Syndicator Vidible for Around $50 MillionAOL Adds More Video Help by Buying Content Syndicator Vidible for Around $50 Million
    Technology

    Last year AOL spent $405 million on Adap.tv. Now it’s writing checks again.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Reminder: You’re Not Watching Sports Without Cable TVReminder: You’re Not Watching Sports Without Cable TV
    Technology

    ESPN has just about every game locked up, for years to come.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Yet Another Big Funding Round for a Big Web Publisher -- This Time for Vox MediaYet Another Big Funding Round for a Big Web Publisher -- This Time for Vox Media
    Technology

    BuzzFeed raised $50 million this summer. Now it’s time for the people behind the Verge and Vox.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Here Are the Droids You’re Looking For: Watch the New “Star Wars” Trailer HereHere Are the Droids You’re Looking For: Watch the New “Star Wars” Trailer Here
    Technology

    Doesn’t work on Apple’s site. Does work on YouTube. Looks pretty good!

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Netflix’s New Shows (Probably) Find More FansNetflix’s New Shows (Probably) Find More Fans
    Technology

    Netflix won’t say how many people watch shows like “Orange Is the New Black,” but a new poll says its home-grown viewing is more popular.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Narrative Science Raises $10 Million More for Its Automated Writing SoftwareNarrative Science Raises $10 Million More for Its Automated Writing Software
    Technology

    USAA, the financial services company for military members, is investing. It will also use the company’s software to generate reports for its clients.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Netflix Sues a Former Exec -- Now Yahoo’s CIO -- For Allegedly Collecting KickbacksNetflix Sues a Former Exec -- Now Yahoo’s CIO -- For Allegedly Collecting Kickbacks
    Technology

    The streaming video company says the former VP may have pocketed more than $500,000 in “commissions” from Netflix vendors.

    By Peter Kafka