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Fubo Adds ACCNX and SECN+ Channels

FuboTV has added two ESPN-owned digital college-sports channels — ACC Network Extra (ACCNX) and SEC Network+ (SECN+) — to its English-language streaming plans at no extra cost to subscribers. The channels will stream hundreds of additional ACC and SEC events, increasing Fubo’s live-sports inventory to more than 2,500 live sporting events. Fubo executive Todd Mathers said the move strengthens Fubo and Hulu + Live TV as differentiated college-sports destinations for the upcoming season. The article was published on August 26, 2026.

• Fubo added ACC Network Extra (ACCNX) and SEC Network+ (SECN+) to its streaming lineup.
• ACCNX and SEC Network are digital/linear properties owned by ESPN.
• The new channels are available on Fubo's English-language plans at no additional cost and expand access to over 2,500 live sporting events.

Investor Presentation Released: Fubo

AI parsed presentation narrative: FuboTV is pivoting toward a strategy of profitable growth following its combination with Hulu + Live TV, positioning itself as the largest virtual pay TV operator in the U.S. Management is focused on leveraging Disney's advertising technology and marketing ecosystem to drive monetization, aiming for positive free cash flow by 2027. Key tailwinds mentioned: Live Sports Engagement, AdTech Integration.

FuboTV Adds 20,000 Subscribers in Q3 FY2026

FuboTV reported Q3 fiscal 2026 results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026: $1.482 billion in revenue (North America $1.474 billion), a net loss of $25.7 million and adjusted EBITDA of $19.1 million. Total North America paid subscribers were 5.75 million—up 20,000 sequentially and ~2% year‑over‑year—driven by elevated sports viewing, packaging changes, product improvements and early distribution integrations with Disney/ESPN. The company had $236.4 million in cash, raised fiscal 2026 pro forma adjusted EBITDA guidance to $90–100 million, and reaffirmed a fiscal 2028 adjusted EBITDA target of at least $300 million with positive free cash flow expected in 2027–28. Management also cited early ad-monetization gains after migrating inventory to the Disney ad server. Alisa Bowen became CEO in July 2026; the business combination closed Oct 29, 2025.

• Q3 FY2026 revenue $1.482 billion (North America $1.474 billion).
• Total North America paid subscribers 5.75 million (added 20,000 sequentially; +2% YoY).
• Net loss $25.7 million; adjusted EBITDA $19.1 million; cash and equivalents $236.4 million.

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls: Gen-Z Playbook for F1 Fans

The Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, Red Bull's junior Formula 1 team, is focusing on Generation Z to grow its fanbase and attract sponsors. Team principal Peter Bayer discusses the strategy in an OMR podcast, emphasizing young drivers and early adoption of platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. The team has seen significant fan growth and is a marketing vehicle for Red Bull, Hugo Boss, and Block's Cash App. Bayer's background in snowboarding and youth events informs his approach. The team's history includes being the least successful F1 team, but they have become a talent factory, producing drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen.

• Visa Cash App Racing Bulls targets Gen Z fans with a focus on young drivers and social media.
• Team principal Peter Bayer previously positioned snowboarding as a youth lifestyle for the snowboard association.
• The team is a marketing vehicle for Red Bull, Hugo Boss, and Block's Cash App.

Cakes Body Founders Launch Cakes Media Entertainment Division

Cakes, a nipple cover company founded by twin sisters Taylor Capuano and Casey Sarai, is pivoting from social selling to entertainment with the launch of Cakes Media. The new company will produce a feature-length documentary, 'Viral: The New American Dream,' premiering on September 22, 2026, and aims to create long-form series and creator-led content. The documentary, filmed during 2024-2025, chronicles the brand's growth, viral success, and personal loss. Caley Wildermuth, formerly of Red Bull, has joined as head of content, expanding the media ambitions. The strategy focuses on organic social media storytelling and building brand affinity, with plans for further original content and a social-first reality show.

• Cakes Media is a new entertainment and media company launched by Cakes Body founders.
• Documentary 'Viral: The New American Dream' premieres on September 22, 2026, on YouTube.
• Caley Wildermuth, ex-Red Bull, joined Cakes Media as head of content.

Max Verstappen’s 'Max vs 100' Streams on Disney+/ESPN

Disney+ and ESPN, in partnership with Red Bull, will stream a live event titled “Max vs 100” on September 16. The event at Silverstone will feature Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen attempting to overtake 100 competitors across a 101-kart go-kart race. The broadcast will be available on ESPN on Disney+ and the ESPN app for U.S. subscribers, and will air on ESPN2 later the same day. The event includes Red Bull athletes, gaming and streaming talent, and celebrities; comedian Mo Gilligan will host. Race Director David Terrien designed a custom Silverstone circuit for the race, and Disney says the coverage will include game-inspired graphics, live race data, cinematic drone footage, and real-time communication between drivers.

• Disney+ and ESPN, in partnership with Red Bull, will stream 'Max vs 100' on September 16, 2026.
• The event will take place at Silverstone with 101 karts competing in a closed go-kart race.
• The stream will be on ESPN on Disney+ and the ESPN app for ESPN Unlimited subscribers in the U.S., and will air on ESPN2 later that day.