Technology acquisition decisions are fraught with complexity. Companies have a wide range of options other than acquisition, and sometimes it’s difficult to assess which path is the best way forward. The constant decision...more
In today’s world of influencer marketing, companies and brands are searching for new and innovative ways to connect with their audiences and customers. One of our Manatt Venture Fund portfolio companies, Donut Media, is doing...more
One of our missions at Manatt Digital is to discover and get to know companies and founders who are innovating and executing with disruptive technologies. We are continuously on the hunt for companies that have market/product...more
In today’s world of social media, mobile gaming, “peak TV,” and streaming everything, audiences have more choice than ever before in how and what they consume. As content choices increase, some critics and shareholders have...more
We at Manatt Digital are not only die hard music fans, we put our passions in our business and are invested and advocates of the ever evolving and seriously complicated business of music. This month’s newsletter is dedicated...more
Mobile Games' Booming Market: Opportunity for Hollywood and IP Owners -
The mobile games market is growing at a record-breaking pace. The market reached a new high in 2016, generating more than $40.6 billion in worldwide...more
If there is one truism in the world of digital media, it is the simple fact that our technology and consumption habits are evolving in tandem with one another and at an exponential rate. This compounding effect of innovation...more
2/22/2017
/ Acquisitions ,
Alternative Payment Models (APM) ,
Broadband ,
Content Marketing ,
Credit Cards ,
Digital Media ,
E-Commerce ,
Internet ,
Mergers ,
Mexico ,
Mobile Devices ,
Technology Sector
Today’s global content market is constantly evolving. The rise of digital platforms has created new and exciting opportunities for production, distribution, and consumption of content. Producers and distributors are meeting...more
How a $300 million eSports Deal Could Change Traditional Sports Distribution -
In December, Riot Games agreed to a seven year, $300 million deal with BAMTech, giving the digital distribution company exclusive rights to...more
Video Content Consumption (Then and Now) -
It’s no secret that the digital-content-consumption landscape is evolving and at an increasingly rapid clip. One byproduct of this ongoing progression is that oftentimes...more
People consume entertainment on an unprecedented level today. They watch TV shows on their commute, listen to podcasts at the gym and play augmented reality games at cafes. As demand for content and digital recreation...more
Manatt Digital—eSports Startup Launchpad -
We are proud to announce our partnership with Narus Advisors in sponsoring the Manatt eSports Startup Launchpad. This pitch competition is designed to explore what creative...more
In this newsletter, we examine what's new in media as it relates to the Chinese market with specific emphasis on VR, Hollywood, and the ongoing digital transition....more
In this newsletter we highlight two recent events MDM attended that are often a focal point for organizations operating in the world of digital media. First, Jacob Carlson details his experience at San Francisco's Game...more
In this newsletter, we highlight how strategic acquisition and investment can best be leveraged for organizational growth. We also discuss a recent example in the case of IBM's purchase of live streaming service Ustream, and...more
2/17/2016
/ Acquisitions ,
Cloud Computing ,
Digital Media ,
eSports ,
Facebook ,
IBM ,
Investment Opportunities ,
Live Streaming ,
Online Videos ,
Target Company ,
Video Games ,
Virtual Reality