ITVS and Kanopy Partner on Direct-To-Platform Distribution Opportunity for Independent Filmmakers
New presale model secures upstream value for educational and public library rights, empowering creators to close critical production budget gaps SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Oct 6, 2026 — Independent Television Service (ITVS) today announced a landmark partnership with Kanopy, the premier streaming service for universities and…
New White Paper from Sora Highlights Shift Toward Independent Reading for Multilingual Learners
Research from Sora and Instructure highlights how student-controlled, multimodal tools turn literacy assistance into a pathway for long-term growth Key Findings from the Report Supports should fade as skills develop: Digital reading supports should be flexible and student-controlled, allowing students to rely on them less…
OverDrive Names Liz Carrasco Chief Technology Officer
Carrasco brings more than 20 years of senior technology leadership in digital media and streaming to OverDrive’s global platforms CLEVELAND – August 25, 2026 – Today, OverDrive announced the appointment of Liz Carrasco as Chief Technology Officer. With more than two decades of senior leadership experience at some of the world’s largest…
OverDrive Acquires divibib, Bringing Onleihe Libraries onto Libby through Partnership with ekz-Group
Acquisition deepens OverDrive’s long-term commitment to libraries and readers across the German-speaking world MUNICH/REUTLINGEN — August 11, 2026 — OverDrive, the company behind the Libby, Sora, and Kanopy apps for libraries and schools, today announced it has entered into a partnership with ekz-Group and acquired divibib GmbH, the ekz-Group subsidiary behind Onleihe,…
POV and Kanopy Partner to Launch “The Road to 40 – A Journey into POV’s Documentary Legacy”
Co-curated collections celebrate nearly four decades of independent documentary storytelling through landmark films from the POV and POV Shorts catalogues. CLEVELAND and Brooklyn, N.Y. — July 29, 2026 — American Documentary announced today a new partnership with Kanopy—the leading streaming platform for public libraries and universities—as the organization prepares…
OverDrive Founder Steve Potash to Lead Next Chapter of Global Literacy Advocacy
As OverDrive Marks 40 Years, Founder Steve Potash Advances Next Phase of Mission‑Driven Leadership CLEVELAND — June 24, 2026 — As OverDrive enters its 40th year, founder Steve Potash is entering a new chapter of mission‑driven leadership focused on expanding global advocacy for literacy, support…
OverDrive Appoints Marc DeBevoise Chief Executive Officer; Founder Steve Potash Named Chairman of the Board
CLEVELAND — June 23, 2026 — OverDrive announced today that veteran media and technology executive Marc DeBevoise has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Founder Steve Potash has assumed the role of Chairman of the Board, ensuring a smooth transition and continuing to advance the company’s mission…
OverDrive and EBSCO Information Services Announce New Integration to Enhance Discovery of Digital Resources in Academic Libraries
Integration brings Libby content directly into EBSCO discovery tools, improving access and streamlining workflows CLEVELAND and IPSWICH, Mass. – June 10, 2026 – OverDrive and EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) today announced a new integration that connects OverDrive’s ebooks and audiobooks on Libby directly to the…
OverDrive Establishes European Headquarters in Germany
Libby Celebrating 10+ years of Partnerships with German Public Libraries MUNICH – 13 May 2026 – OverDrive, the Certified B Corporation behind the Libby, Sora, and Kanopy apps for libraries and schools, announced today the establishment of OverDrive Europe GmbH, headquartered in Munich, Bavaria. Claudia…
Sora’s Third Annual Report: New Data Highlights Student Literacy Trends and Search Behavior
Comprehensive report highlights digital reading engagement during the 2024–2025 school year Cleveland, Ohio – May 4, 2026 – Sora, the student reading platform from OverDrive, today released its third annual State of K–12 Digital Reading report, offering a detailed look at how millions of students…