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LOL Next Lags Original, Amazon Tops Streaming Rankings

New AGF streaming reach data for calendar week 37 (Sept 7-13, 2026) shows Amazon's 'LOL Next' spin-off reached 795,000 viewers in its debut week, far behind the original 'LOL' season 7 which started with over 2 million in May. Amazon's UEFA Champions League coverage led all streaming brands with 2.746 million reach, while DAZN's Champions League content reached 1.388 million. ARD's 'Babylon Berlin' final season hit 1.234 million in the Mediathek, and 'Reacher' set a new record with 1.6 million. RTL's 'Sommerhaus der Stars' grew to 1.257 million. The data marks the first official AGF measurement of Amazon sports content since summer 2026.

• LOL Next reached 795,000 weekly net reach in its debut week, vs 2 million for LOL season 7 in May.
• Amazon's Champions League coverage topped streaming rankings with 2.746 million reach.
• DAZN's Champions League content reached 1.388 million weekly net reach.

US Media Outlets Challenge Trump Ban in Court and Limit Coverage

US President Donald Trump revoked White House press access for CNN, Politico, and MS Now, prompting a joint lawsuit against the US government. The move, part of Trump's ongoing conflict with critical media, follows his previous exclusion of the Associated Press. In response, major TV networks including ABC, CBS, Fox News, and NBC, along with CNN, announced they would reduce coverage of Trump's events, particularly those designated as pool coverage. They argue that the White House's action hinders CNN's ability to fulfill its pool duties, and that no government should restrict news organizations because it disagrees with their coverage. This coordinated pushback highlights tensions between the administration and the press over access and editorial independence.

• US President Donald Trump revoked White House access for CNN, Politico, and MS Now.
• The affected media outlets filed a lawsuit against the US government.
• ABC, CBS, Fox News, and NBC joined CNN in announcing reduced coverage of Trump's events.

Axel Springer Award 2026 für Peter Thiel: Live-Übertragung am 24. September

Axel Springer kündigt die Verleihung des Axel Springer Awards 2026 an Peter Thiel an. Die Live-Übertragung findet am 24. September im Berliner Axel-Springer-Hochhaus statt und ist ab 19:00 Uhr (MESZ) auf YouTube und WELT.de verfügbar.

Enpal Withdraws Injunctions; Reporting Fully Permitted

The Kammergericht Berlin appeal prompted Enpal and its founder Mario Kohle to withdraw all cease-and-desist requests against manager magazin, covering 18 contested points. As a result, previously imposed first-instance prohibitions by the Landgericht Berlin are now moot and the publisher has restored full access to its October 2025 investigation into alleged unlawful working conditions at Enpal—reporting that had included expert statements describing some contractual practices as "modern slavery." Enpal denies the allegations. The publisher states the appeal outcome allows its reporting to be available in full again. The article was published on 2026-08-31.

• Enpal and founder Mario Kohle withdrew all 18 cease-and-desist requests in the appeal before the Kammergericht Berlin.
• The Kammergericht Berlin indicated it intended to decide in favor of manager magazin on the contested points, prompting the withdrawal.
• Manager magazin's October 2025 investigation alleged unlawful working conditions at Enpal and cited experts who used the term "modern slavery."

Siemens CEO warns against excessive AI regulation

Siemens CEO Roland Busch said he supports AI's positive effects and warned that excessive regulation from Brussels could slow technological progress. Speaking to Welt am Sonntag, Busch argued that EU rules like the proposed AI Act or Data Act may take years to pass while AI models evolve rapidly, leaving regulation behind. He also said the current AI boom is not a bubble and noted Siemens' strong demand for AI-related data center business, particularly in the U.S. Busch cautioned against broad tariffs on China, praising Chinese competitors' engineering and rapid adoption of new technologies.

• Siemens CEO Roland Busch warned that too much regulation could slow AI development.
• Busch told Welt am Sonntag that the AI boom is not a bubble and that investments are coming from companies with significant cashflow.
• Siemens has benefited from high demand for AI-related data center solutions, especially in the U.S.

GTA 6 gameplay debuts on Netflix; $1.5B cost

Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) is reported to have cost at least $1.5 billion to produce, making it the most expensive entertainment product to date. For the first time, gameplay footage (a 26-minute segment) has been shown, initially released exclusively on Netflix. The game's protagonists are named Lucia and Jason. The article was published by manager magazin on August 28, 2026, and is authored by Michael Herold. Photo credit in the piece is attributed to Rockstar Games.

• GTA 6 production cost is reported at at least $1.5 billion.
• A 26-minute gameplay segment from GTA 6 was shown for the first time, initially exclusive to Netflix.
• The game's protagonists are Lucia and Jason.