Cable News Network, also known as CNN, is a privately owned company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., operating as a subsidiary of WBD Networks (Discovery). Founded in 1980, the multinational news channel and website employs approximately 6,210 individuals, specializing in broadcast media production and distribution. Its global reach is extended through subsidiaries including CNN Brasil, CNN Newsource, CNN Chile, CNN Indonesia, CNN en Espanol, and CNN Philippines.

Revenue

Founded

1980

Headcount

6,203

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) and Hyundai Motor Company expanded their long-term partnership on January 28, 2026, with a new global campaign that includes Hyundai's exclusive sponsorship of the new CNN Originals Series K-Everything. This initiative aims to connect Hyundai Motor with CNN's worldwide audience. Previously, on January 5, 2026, omni-channel media company Network18 renewed its partnership with CNN International for its flagship English news channel CNN-News18, extending the brand and content licensing agreement for another decade, through December 31, 2035.
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