- Vertical integration:
Content producers might merge with distribution platforms:
- A major studio could potentially acquire or merge with a streaming technology company to improve their direct-to-consumer offerings.
- Telecom and media convergence:
We might see more telecom companies acquiring media assets:
- Following the model of Comcast (which owns NBCUniversal) or AT&T (which previously owned WarnerMedia), other telecom giants might look to acquire content producers or streaming platforms.