
Zaslav said that deregulation is necessary for companies to consolidate and improve their performance. He believes that the upcoming presidential election is an opportunity for deregulation that would benefit the industry.

David Zaslav, CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, anticipates a surge in media deals, including traditional M&A and streaming pacts, as the industry continues to evolve1. He predicts significant consolidation within the next year or two, with companies either acquiring each other or collaborating in the streaming sector.

Zaslav anticipates consolidation in the media industry through traditional M&A or streaming pacts1. He expects companies to either buy each other or jointly go after streaming together. This comes as the industry continues to evolve and companies are looking for ways to scale up and compete with streaming giants like Netflix and YouTube.