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Comcast is spinning off NBCUniversal into a separate company, marking the end of an era for traditional media giants like the Roberts family and signaling a seismic shift toward Silicon Valley and streaming dominance. Brian Roberts, who built Comcast into a global powerhouse, will step down as CEO but stay involved as the family retains control. This move comes as streaming platforms and AI reshape the industry, forcing legacy players to adapt. Meanwhile, consolidation is accelerating — David Ellison’s Paramount deal with Warner Bros. Discovery hints at a future where only companies with both content and distribution survive. The spin-off isn’t just a reorganization; it’s Comcast’s strategic pivot to stay relevant in a rapidly changing media landscape.

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