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Is Twitch too big to fail?

The Global Story

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Twitch's Trials: Growth, Layoffs, and Future Uncertainty

This chapter examines the complexities of Twitch's immense popularity, marked by 240 million monthly active users, while facing the realities of profitability and potential layoffs after Amazon's acquisition. It discusses the challenges in monetizing a distracted audience and the impact of job cuts on the platform's stability. Furthermore, the chapter highlights Twitch's journey from niche gaming platform to its pandemic surge and the ongoing struggles to maintain relevance in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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