Everyday creators now compete with billion-dollar studios for screen time.
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Streaming services have given rise to new formats, such as binge-watching, where entire seasons of TV shows are released at once, allowing viewers to watch at their own pace. This shift has also led to the resurgence of niche content, as streaming platforms cater to specific audiences and interests. We watch "vertical dramas" on YouTube Shorts
Multi-screening (using phone while watching TV) is now normative (82% of 18–34 year olds). Streaming services have given rise to new formats,