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After jacking up prices, Disney+ and Netflix consider offering free alternatives ~
Reaching price-sensitive” customers with a free streaming service would generate more ad revenue and might drive up subscription sign-ups (as subscription numbers plateau).
Bleh.
Well, #Disney+ (and #Hulu) lost at least one customer yesterday. Perhaps lower your prices, Disney+, and don't be deceptive in your business practices if you want customers.
#MyThoughts #streaming
--
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/08/after-jacking-up-prices-disney-and-netflix-consider-offering-free-alternatives/
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2026-08-06 08:20:07 UTC
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