Distribution

The Window Is the Product: Why Streaming’s Next Battleground Is Access, Not Content

The dominance of social video platforms and the plateau of streaming growth signal a new phase in entertainment. Content alone is no longer a moat, as production becomes riskier and audiences more complicated to retain—especially as many content creators and executives prioritize agenda-driven programming over compelling storytelling.

Broadcast & PayTV

Splitting the Difference: Why Warner Bros. and Comcast Are Carving Up Their Empires

Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast are restructuring to separate their declining linear TV networks from streaming divisions, signaling the end of linear television’s dominance. This strategy, framed as a means to enhance value, highlights the sector’s collapse as advertisers and viewers shift to digital platforms. Mergers or sell-offs are imminent.

Distribution

From Cord-Cutting to Cable 2.0: The Evolution of Streaming Looks Just Like Cable TV

The streaming revolution was once celebrated as the future of entertainment, promising viewers the flexibility, variety, and convenience that cable never offered. However, as streaming services evolve, it’s becoming evident that they’re repeating old patterns. With bundling deals, escalating subscription prices, and a growing reliance on ad-supported content, streaming mirrors the cable model it once created to disrupt.

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Streaming

Cable TV is Doomed!

The days of cable television are numbered after the launch of YouTube TV in the U.S. The will cost $35 a month for a family plan with at least 40 channels.