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Twitch's Origin
- Justin Kan's Justin.tv, a 24/7 livestream of his life, failed despite being a novel idea.
- It pivoted into a general live-streaming platform and then Socialcam, which Autodesk acquired for $60 million.
Unforeseen Growth
- A billion-dollar acquisition for a platform where people watch others play video games was unimaginable years ago.
- This reflects the rapid evolution of gaming and online entertainment.
Twitch's Monetization
- Twitch has a diverse monetization strategy, including ads, subscriptions, and tips.
- Their 50% revenue share with streamers from subscriptions is remarkably high, generating significant profits.