Netflix isn’t buying Warner Bros, Paramount isSee all StoriesPosted Jul 22, 2026 at 10:32 PM UTCRExternal LinkRichard LawlerParamount’s Warner deal gets conditional approval in the EU.While Paramount’s $110 billion WBD merger is suddenly on hold in the US, in Europe, the European Commission is ready to allow it after Paramount agreed to concessions including giving up its stake in United International Pictures within 13 months of the deal closing.Commission approves Paramount's acquisition of Warner, subject to conditions[European Commission]Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Richard LawlerLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...Most PopularMost PopularSamsung’s wider Z Fold 8 feels just rightThe Light Flip is a minimalist flip phone with a point to proveNeill Blomkamp’s new zombie AI ‘film’ is just slop warmed overSamsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: The 6 biggest announcementsMicrosoft is bringing original Xbox games to PCThe Verge DailyA free daily digest of the news that matters most.Email (required)By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policyand Terms of Serviceapply.