Netflix Admits Concern
After losing U.S. subscribers in the second quarter, for the first time since 2011, Netflix finally admitted that the arrival of new streaming services from Disney, Apple, and others would hurt subscriber growth.
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Netflix Needs Content
Although Netflix remains committed to producing original content, it is preparing to license more content from independent producers and distributors.
New Details Emerge About HBO Max
AT&T’s WarnerMedia released details about its forthcoming streaming service HBO Max, which will officially launch in May 2020. The service will cost $14.99 a month, the same cost as HBO’s flagship service.
Europe’s Last Stand
Never known for adapting to changing markets, European companies are now forced to forge alliances in hopes of staying relevant after the well-timed onslaught of Netflix in Europe.
State of Netflix
As of September 30th, Netflix has over 158 million total subscribers – 60.6 million at home and 97.7 million around the world.
Netflix Misses Subscriber Target Again
Netflix missed its quarterly subscriber forecast for the second consecutive quarter in a row. The company’s slowdown ahead of the introduction of several new subscription services is a troubling sign.
Netflix Banned
Disney will ban all advertisements from Netflix across all of Disney’s entertainment platforms, including its television networks.
Disney Fights Fire
The battle between streaming services is heating up. Amazon and Disney have been unable to reach terms regarding Amazon’s Fire TV devices.
Apple Triples Content Spending
Apple raised its commitment from $2 billion to $6 billion this year to fund original shows and films for its new subscription video service, Apple TV+.
Betting On The Past
Netflix signed a five-year deal with Sony Pictures Television worth $500 million to become the exclusive worldwide streamer for Seinfeld.