23min chapter

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Is streaming just becoming cable again? Julia Alexander thinks so

Decoder with Nilay Patel

CHAPTER

CNN Plus and the Streaming Landscape

This chapter discusses the launch challenges of CNN Plus as it struggles with an identity crisis within the existing CNN app. It explores the broader implications of the fragmented streaming market, comparing it to traditional cable subscriptions while highlighting user frustrations with app interfaces. The conversation also delves into the competitive dynamics of sports broadcasting in the streaming era, emphasizing how major players like Amazon and Apple are shaping viewer preferences and experiences.

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