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The streaming wars
The 'streaming wars' describe the intense competition between companies like Apple, Netflix, Disney, and Amazon for viewers. Each platform invests heavily in exclusive content to attract and retain subscribers. Price increases are one strategy to fund this content arms race, but they risk alienating customers who might switch platforms.
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