Netflix reassures subscribers after $82.7 billion Warner Bros. acquisition ignites backlash

Late reassurance was issued to Netflix’s global subscriber base after the company announced its blockbuster $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. In a message sent nearly 24 hours after the deal was revealed, Netflix confirmed that no immediate changes would be made to existing memberships and that Netflix and HBO platforms would continue to operate independently until regulatory approvals are completed. The merger has triggered strong political and industry opposition, with lawmakers warning of monopoly risks and creative unions raising job loss concerns.