Paramount Global has reached a settlement with state attorneys general over an antitrust lawsuit, removing a key obstacle to its planned merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The settlement clears the path for what would be one of the largest media consolidations in recent history.

The deal has faced significant regulatory scrutiny, but the resolution of this legal challenge signals growing momentum toward completion. Separately, British Columbia has initiated legal action against OpenAI, citing concerns related to mass school shooting scenarios. Meanwhile, executives continue gathering in New York to advocate for reduced emissions across industries.