Google, the world’s leading search engine, on Monday inked deals with both Sony BMG and Warner Music Group that will see the search firm distribute the two recording studios’ music videos, Reuters reports.YouTube, the uber-popular social networking Web locale, also recently inked a similar pact with Universal Music Group under which both firms before the end of the year will start to share revenue derived from ads placed next to Universal content on YouTube’s site.On Friday, various media sources reported that YouTube is in talks with Google regarding a potential $1.6 billion buyout.Sony BMG is an offshoot of both Sony and Bertelsmann, Reuters reports. Related Links: Google to Buy YouTube for $1.6B? YouTube, Warner Music to Share Ad RevenueCheck out our CIO News Alerts and Tech Informer pages for more updated news coverage. Related content brandpost Sponsored by Palo Alto Networks Operational technology systems require a robust Zero Trust strategy in 2024 Zero Trust provides a foundation for creating a stronger security posture in 2024. By Navneet Singh, vice president of marketing, network security, Palo Alto Networks Dec 05, 2023 6 mins Security brandpost Sponsored by AWS in collaboration with IBM How digital twin technology is changing complex industrial processes forever As the use cases for digital twins proliferate, it is becoming clear that data-driven enterprises with a track record of innovation stand the best chance of success. By Laura McEwan Dec 05, 2023 4 mins Digital Transformation brandpost Sponsored by AWS in collaboration with IBM Why modernising applications needs to be a ‘must’ for businesses seeking growth Around one-third of enterprises are spending heavily on application modernisation and aiming for cloud native status. The implications for corporate culture, structure and priorities will be profound. By Laura McEwan Dec 05, 2023 5 mins Digital Transformation opinion 11 ways to reduce your IT costs now Reorienting IT’s budget toward future opportunities is a big reason why CIOs should review their IT portfolios with an eye toward curbing unnecessary spending and realizing maximum value from every IT investment. By Stephanie Overby Dec 05, 2023 11 mins Budget Cloud Management IT Governance Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe