CNN Withdraws Content from Apple News Amid Contract Negotiations
In a recent development, CNN has removed its content from Apple News, signaling the end of their existing content-sharing agreement. This move comes as both companies engage in discussions to establish a new partnership that could potentially reinstate CNN’s articles on the platform. ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/cnn-pulls-stories-apple-news-feed-semafor-reports-2025-11-24/?utm_source=openai))
The withdrawal occurred over the weekend, with CNN quietly pulling its stories from Apple News. As a result, users can no longer access CNN’s content through the app. While the exact reasons behind this decision remain undisclosed, it is understood that the expiration of the previous contract has prompted both parties to renegotiate terms. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/24/apple-news-just-lost-a-major-media-partner-after-a-decade/?utm_source=openai))
CNN’s recent strategic shift towards digital monetization may have influenced this decision. The network has introduced a paid subscription service, offering an articles-only tier at $29.99 per year and an All Access plan, which includes both written content and streaming services, at $69.99 per year. This move indicates CNN’s intent to prioritize direct relationships with its audience and reduce reliance on third-party platforms. ([macrumors.com](https://www.macrumors.com/2025/11/24/apple-news-loses-cnn/?utm_source=openai))
Apple News, launched in 2015, serves as a news aggregator app available on iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and macOS. It offers users a centralized platform to access news from various sources. The service has become a significant distribution and monetization channel for news publishers, driving millions of views and impressions monthly. Participation in Apple News+ provides users with content from hundreds of paywalled publications for a monthly fee, generating substantial annual revenue for publishers. ([appleinsider.com](https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/11/24/cnns-apple-news-feed-goes-dark-while-contract-talks-continue?utm_source=openai))
The current absence of CNN’s content from Apple News highlights the evolving dynamics between content creators and distribution platforms. As digital consumption habits shift, media companies are reassessing their partnerships to balance audience reach with direct monetization strategies. The outcome of the ongoing negotiations between CNN and Apple will likely set a precedent for similar discussions in the industry.
