AEG launches new platform with Seacrest and CAA

AEG will expand its AXS.com brand beyond just a ticketing portal with the launch of a new entertainment TV channel which also counts talent agency CAA and American TV and radio star Ryan Seacrest as partners. AXS TV will replace existing cable network HDNet in the US, which is owned by business mogul Mark Cuban, who is also a partner in the new broadcasting venture. It will be an entertainment network, airing mainly live lifestyle and entertainment magazine programmes. Seacrest will be an investor and advisor, though he isn't expected to appear on the network himself.