Tubi, a free ad-supported streaming service owned by Fox, is gaining market share and profitability by attracting younger audiences and offering a vast library of content, including original shows and sports. Its strategy of targeting millennials and Gen Z with relevant content and a traditional linear guide format has helped it surpass some major competitors in viewership, making it a significant player in the streaming industry.
In 2025, Disney+ and Hulu expanded their content and features, integrating ABC News and ESPN into Disney+, launching Hulu internationally, and conducting numerous experiments to enhance user experience, resulting in a record-breaking year with over 55,000 hours of content and memorable moments for fans.
YouTube has evolved from a user-generated platform to a dominant media force, with CEO Neal Mohan envisioning a future where it rivals traditional TV by expanding into live sports, scripted content, and global creator ecosystems, aiming to become the primary entertainment hub worldwide.
Apple TV has more subscribers than the rumored 45 million, possibly nearing 100 million, indicating strong growth in its streaming service despite not releasing official figures. Eddy Cue highlights the challenges and success of building the platform, which costs $12.99/month and is competing with giants like Netflix.
NBC warns that its channels may leave YouTube TV due to disagreements over licensing fees, potentially impacting viewers' access to popular content like Sunday Night Football; YouTube TV claims NBC is demanding higher rates than what they charge on Peacock, leading to a possible temporary blackout with a $10 consumer credit offer. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between content providers and streaming platforms.
The Apple Vision Pro faces sales challenges due to its high price, weight, and limited use cases, compounded by slow rollout of new features and content. While an upcoming successor with a new chipset is expected, the key to boosting sales lies in expanding immersive content, especially video, which is currently limited. Apple is relying on third-party content and delayed releases to avoid depleting resources, but faster and more purposeful content development may be necessary to grow the market.
A StoryWealth is a popular free mod for Fallout 4 that overhauls the game with over 25 new quests, settlements, companions, weapons, and more, enhancing the experience while maintaining a vanilla-style gameplay, and has been downloaded over 700,000 times.
CD Projekt Red announced new surprise content for Cyberpunk 2077, including side quests and updates for base game and expansions, with details to be revealed soon. The game is also in preproduction for a sequel, featuring new locations and ongoing development.
Threads is updating its algorithm to prioritize content from accounts users follow, reducing the amount of recommended content from accounts they don't follow. This change aims to make the For You feed more relevant, though it may not address the issue of outdated posts appearing. While creators might see a decrease in "unconnected reach," their "connected reach" is expected to increase, according to Threads boss Adam Mosseri.
Twitch has updated its community guidelines to prohibit sexualized content, this time targeting streamers using their bodies as a green screen. The new rules, effective from March 29th, prohibit content that focuses on intimate body parts for a prolonged period of time. This update comes after streamers began using their bodies as a green screen, prompting Twitch to make adjustments to its guidelines. However, some streamers feel that Twitch is reactive and always a step behind, while the platform continues to work on improvements, including a redesigned mobile app for 2024.
The new sports streaming service, co-owned by Fox Corp., Disney, and Warner Bros. Discovery, is expected to cost around $50 a month, with CEO Lachlan Murdoch predicting 5 million subscribers within 5 years of its launch. However, the service will not include all sports, notably missing NFL games broadcast by CBS and NBC. This raises questions about the value proposition for potential subscribers, especially considering the availability of more comprehensive options like YouTube TV at a slightly higher cost. Murdoch aims to target non-traditional pay TV households, but the high price and limited content may present a tough sell.
Disney is set to report earnings, with a focus on streaming subscriber growth and direct-to-consumer profitability. Analyst Doug Creutz anticipates a decline in subscribers due to price hikes and a lackluster content slate, with potential ongoing pressure throughout the year. The new CFO, Hugh Johnston, is expected to improve communication with investors and provide clearer forward guidance. Despite industry turmoil, Disney's strong content is seen as a key asset that will help the company weather the challenges.
