Snapchat and Turner to launch original series

Turner an Snapchat parent company Snap, drugs Inc. have signed a new deal to put Turner’s sport property Bleacher Report on Snapchat Discover in the U.S.

As part of the deal, prescription Turner and Snapchat will also create original shows for the social media platform, as well as focusing on more sports content.

Bleacher Report’s Discover channel will launch in the U.S. on Jan. 4.

“Millions of Snapchatters value the authoritative and credible reporting by CNN and Bleacher Report every day and we are excited about offering more frequent news updates and expanding Bleacher Report’s Discover coverage to the U.S.,” said Nick Bell, Snap’s vice president of content.

“This deal marks the latest strategic move for Turner to innovate within the digital arena and provide complementary viewing experiences for a younger, mobile-centric audience,” said David Levy, president of Turner.

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