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  "id": 11301825,
  "title": "Comcast's NBCUniversal cuts streaming technology jobs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/comcasts-nbcuniversal-cuts-streaming-technology-jobs-11301825",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-01T22:40:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CNA - Business",
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    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/comcasts-nbcuniversal-cuts-streaming-technology-jobs-6425601"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Comcast's NBCUniversal is reducing its workforce within the global streaming technology department, which oversees popular franchises such as Fast & Furious and Jurassic Park. The exact number of positions affected remains uncertain until consultations with employees conclude, according to a source familiar with the situation. The majority of the dismissals are anticipated to occur at Sky, NBCUniversal's European media subsidiary, although some US-based NBCUniversal staff may also be impacted. NBCUniversal explained that these measures are part of a strategic overhaul aimed at streamlining its Global Streaming Technology organization to support future expansion. The recent reduction in staff aligns with a broader industry trend, as media conglomerates strive to enhance profitability in their streaming services following substantial investments in technology and content creation over recent years.",
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        "title": "Comcast’s NBCUniversal cuts streaming technology jobs",
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