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2021
Netflix launches Fast Laughs clips feed for iPhone users in Canada
Netflix launched Fast Laughs, a full-screen feed of comedy clips, for iPhone users across Canada. The feature is available through the Netflix app.
2021
Netflix Australia appoints inaugural business development director
Netflix Australia appointed Ben Cox as its first local director of business development. He will lead partnerships with Australian companies, including ISPs, subscription television operators and consumer electronics device manufacturers.
2021
Toikido named master toy partner for Back to the Outback
Toikido was named master toy partner for Netflix’s upcoming animated feature Back to the Outback and secured global rights to manufacture a toy range.
2021
Netflix partners to establish WIT Animator Academy
Netflix announced a partnership with WIT Studio and Sasayuri Video Training Center to establish the WIT Animator Academy, which will train young animators. Netflix plans to cover tuition and living costs for students for multiple years.
2021
Netflix acquires worldwide streaming rights to New Gods: Nezha Reborn outside mainland China
Netflix acquired exclusive worldwide streaming rights outside mainland China to the fantasy film New Gods: Nezha Reborn.
2021
Netflix, Wit Studio and Sasayuri establish WIT Animator Academy
Netflix partnered with Wit Studio and Sasayuri to establish the WIT Animator Academy, which will train young animators. Netflix will cover tuition and monthly living costs for students; the first six-month course is planned to start in April.
2021
Netflix acquires Redwall adaptation rights
Netflix acquired the rights to the Redwall novel franchise and was developing a film based on the first novel and an event series centered on Martin the Warrior.
2021
iWedia software stacks receive Netflix Hailstorm certification
iWedia announced that its software stacks received certification for Hailstorm hybrid operator set-top boxes.
2021
Netflix announces a subscription price increase
Netflix announced that its services would increase to $17.99 per month starting in March.
2021
Netflix acquires global distribution of The Mitchells vs. The Machines
Sony decided to sell The Mitchells vs. The Machines to Netflix, which will act as the film’s global distributor and release it as a Netflix original. The source says a firm release date had not yet been announced.
2021
Netflix announces planned global rollout of Shuffle Play
Netflix said it planned to roll out the Shuffle Play feature globally in the first half of 2021; the rollout was described as planned, not completed.
2021
Netflix partners on three projects based on Ibram X. Kendi books
Netflix is partnering with Ibram X. Kendi and film and television collaborators on three projects based on his books.
2021
Netflix apologizes for and removes Bloody Sunday tweet
After backlash over a tweet posted by the official account for The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina that referenced Bloody Sunday, Netflix said the tweet was unacceptable, confirmed it had been removed, and apologized for the hurt and distress it caused.
2021
Netflix apologizes for and removes Sabrina promotional tweet
After fans pointed out that a promotional tweet for Chilling Adventures of Sabrina could cause offence because of its reference to Bloody Sunday, Netflix apologized and removed the tweet.
2021
Netflix leases two production facilities in South Korea
Netflix signed leases for two production facilities outside Seoul to expand its production bases in South Korea.
2021
Squid Game wins Gotham Award
Netflix's Korean series Squid Game won the Breakthrough Series award at the 2021 Gotham Awards.
2020
Netflix acquires global rights to develop Hasta el cielo as a series
Netflix acquired the global rights to develop Hasta el cielo as a series, which is to be produced by Vaca Films for Netflix and was described as currently in development.
2020
Sony FX6 receives Netflix camera certification
The Sony FX6 was added to Netflix’s list of certified cameras and approved for use in Netflix productions.
2020
Netflix introduces an audio-only option
Netflix announced an audio-only option for viewing shows on smartphones; the source says it was available for Android users and could be selected using the “video off” option.
2020
Netflix appoints Strive Masiyiwa to its board
Netflix appointed Strive Masiyiwa to its board, making him its first African director. The article describes the appointment as part of Netflix's effort to pursue growth in new markets.