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Comcast completes the Versant spinoff: CNBC, MS NOW and USA get a new public home

Retains NBC broadcast, Peacock, studios, parks, Bravo; loses most cable networks to Versant

The divorce is final. Comcast completed the pro rata distribution of Versant Media Group shares on January 2, 2026; on January 5, the new company began regular-way trading on Nasdaq under ticker VSNT.

Updated Oct 26

Universal Studios production arm files layoff notice in Los Angeles

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Cut 150 workers at four Universal City locations in July 2026

Universal City Studios Productions LLLP, the film production arm of NBCUniversal, filed a WARN notice with California on August 13 covering 14 jobs in Universal City. The layoff took effect October 13.

Updated Oct 14