From Disney Plus to HBO Max , almost every major established streaming service is experimenting with ways to get into vertical content. It's clear that these companies see video-focused social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram as existential threats. In this arms race for viewers' attention, it has often felt like everyone is trying to find new ways to exist on people's phones.

๐Ÿ“Œ The Core Development

From Disney Plus to HBO Max , almost every major established streaming service is experimenting with ways to get into vertical content.

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๐Ÿ” Background & Sector Context

It's clear that these companies see video-focused social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram as existential threats.

๐Ÿ“Š Industry & Real-World Impact

In this arms race for viewers' attention, it has often felt like everyone is trying to find new ways to exist on people's phones.

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๐Ÿ”ฎ Strategic Outlook & What Lies Ahead

It's clear that these companies see video-focused social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram as existential threats.

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