Tag: subscriptions

Plex is now enforcing a Plex Pass paywall for remote streaming to TV apps, rolling out first on Roku this week and expanding to other platforms in 2026. Users must now subscribe to Plex Pass to share their personal media…

Apple is folding MLS Season Pass into its standard Apple TV subscription starting in 2026, making every match available at no extra cost. This shift ends the paywalled approach and puts MLS in front of a global audience as the…

Crunchyroll is expanding its anime ecosystem with the launch of Crunchyroll Manga, a digital manga reader app debuting in October 2025. The move follows surging global demand for anime, with Crunchyroll now boasting 17 million paid subscribers and leveraging the…

YouTube is cracking down on Premium family plan members who live outside the primary account holder's household. After years of lax enforcement, users are now receiving 14-day warnings before losing Premium access unless they verify their location. The move follows…

Crunchyroll is undergoing a global restructuring that includes layoffs, new engineering hubs, and a strategic focus on high-growth markets like India, Brazil, and Mexico. While not driven by financial strain, the changes are part of a long-term growth strategy to…

Netflix is leveraging the final season of Squid Game to reinforce its long-term commitment to Korean storytelling. Speaking at the APOS summit, VP Don Kang emphasized that Korean content is now a foundational part of the platform’s global strategy. While…

Spotify has distributed over 100 million dollars to podcast creators since January through a revamped partner program aimed at boosting video engagement and countering YouTube’s dominance. Meanwhile, Netflix has signaled a deeper move into video podcasts, highlighting the increasing competition…

Gen Z is reshaping the subscription economy with an average of seven services and $940 in annual spend, prioritizing flexibility, bundles, and perks over loyalty. Premium social subscriptions like Snapchat+ and X Premium are gaining traction, while traditional video streaming…

Skip analyzes Apple TV+’s $1 billion annual losses and argues that the service isn’t about streaming dominance—it’s a high-end marketing expense. Despite 45 million subscribers and billions spent on originals, Apple TV+ remains a mid-tier player, serving more as a…

Major League Baseball has expanded its DTC streaming availability, with 26 of 30 teams now offering in-market streaming options. New additions include teams broadcast by NBC Sports regional nets and SportsNet LA, with subscription prices ranging from $19.99 to $29.99…