Monty Solomon posted:
https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2017/09/viacom-discovery-and-others-to-offer-sports-free-tv-streaming-package/
This is one key paragraph:
"Back in May, Viacom CEO Bob Bakish criticized current TV streaming bundles for
not being 'transformational' enough. He explained he believes the truly
transformational services will be those that give customers 'a new entry
segment at a much lower price point,' possibly with optional sports
programming. Current services offered by YouTube and Hulu include a number of
sports networks and are priced between $35 and $40 per month. A new service at
a $20-per-month price could be enticing for some users, particularly those who
lament paying for sports programming they never watch."
This is what the Internet brings, Craig. As a two-way and neutral transport,
any number of such concepts can be brought to market, even if they are less
lucrative for some of the special interests. In the old days, it would have
made no sense, everything being walled up as it was. Take it or leave it. Now,
these services actually have to compete.
Your "the bundle" is unraveling, Craig. It is not merely moving to the
Internet. People are coming up with any number of better formulas, for offering
what the consumers really want.
Bert
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