Mediagazer: Snapchat ends production of original content for Snap Channel, will rely solely on Discover content partners, 15-member team laid off or reassigned (Nellie Andreeva/Deadline)

8:05 AM ET, October 13, 2015

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Nellie Andreeva / Deadline:

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Kurt Wagner / Re/code:
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Catherine Adams / Guardian:

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Nick Statt / The Verge:

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John Eggerton / Broadcasting & Cable:

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