Netflix EMEA Boss Larry Tanz Warns Against “One Size Fits All” Approach To Rights Retention In Europe That Benefits Producers “Backed By Private Equity Or Sovereign Wealth”

Netflix's EMEA chief Larry Tanz cautioned against a uniform strategy for rights retention in Europe that could unfairly benefit large independent production companies with backing from private equity or sovereign wealth funds. Speaking at the Enders TMT Leaders Conference, Tanz emphasized the need for a tailored approach to avoid skewed advantages for these well-funded entities. His comments highlight the ongoing tension between maintaining competitive spending while ensuring a fair playing field in the European media landscape, underscoring the importance of strategic flexibility in content acquisition.