The Vergecast Disney’s big bets on sports, streaming, and Fortnite
Feb 9, 2024
The hosts tackle Disney's massive move into sports streaming, collaborating with major players to simplify viewer access. They delve into Apple TV+ and HBO's prestige debate, comparing cultural influence and audience reach. Exciting updates on the Vision Pro headset reveal its immersive tech amid some social resistance. The conversation shifts to social media dynamics, highlighting Mastodon and Blue Sky's unique qualities while reflecting on challenges. Lastly, they discuss FCC regulations on AI in robocalls and Apple's innovations with foldable devices.
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Hulu for Sports
- Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery are creating a joint sports streaming app, similar to Hulu's original model.
- This app will combine live linear network feeds with individual sports content, potentially simplifying sports streaming.
Sports Streaming Consolidation
- The new sports streaming service aims to address the complexity of sports rights and blackouts.
- It also may negatively impact smaller live TV streaming services like Fubo and Sling TV.
Disney Bets on Metaverse
- Disney's collaboration with Epic Games on a persistent universe within Fortnite suggests a renewed focus on gaming.
- This move acknowledges the metaverse's potential and leverages Disney's valuable IP.