Viacom, the third largest US media company, is inviting bids for its 81% stake in Blockbuster, the video rental business.

A company spokesman confirmed that Viacom would be open to offers from trade buyers and private equity firms but would also consider giving the company to its own shareholders in what would be a tax-free exchange offer.

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Kirkland loses regulatory partner to Paul Weiss 

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