All articles tagged with #platform decay
Originally Published 2 months ago — by vox.com
The article discusses the concept of 'enshittification,' a pattern where platforms like TikTok, airlines, and search engines start off well but gradually decline in quality and user experience due to structural issues and policy choices, as explained by Cory Doctorow.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fortune
Netflix has been declared the winner of the streaming wars as its competitors now license their content to the platform, signaling a shift in the industry. The concept of "platform decay" explains the paradox of Netflix's success and declining user satisfaction, attributing it to the platform's inevitable decline. Despite criticisms of declining content quality, Netflix's business performance remains strong with a growing subscriber base and stock price. The company continues to attract acclaimed directors and receives numerous award nominations. Legacy media companies are now licensing their content to Netflix, recognizing its dominant position in the streaming landscape.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Finance
Netflix has been declared the winner of the streaming wars as its competitors now license their content to the platform, signaling a shift in the industry. Despite this, some users are dissatisfied with the declining quality of Netflix's shows, which can be attributed to the concept of "platform decay." While user enthusiasm for streaming services has waned, Netflix's business performance remains strong, with a growing subscriber base and stock price. The company continues to attract acclaimed directors and receives numerous award nominations. Legacy media companies have accepted Netflix's dominance and are now licensing their content to tap into its vast audience, indicating a shift in competitive dynamics within the streaming industry.