Monetization

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A collage of glowing digital screens showcasing diverse streaming service interfaces, representing various business models like subscription, ad-supported, and transactional, set against a backdrop of abstract financial data.

A Guide to the Business Models of Streaming Services

Understanding the different business models of streaming services is essential to grasping the economic forces that dictate what we watch, how we watch it, and how much we pay for it. The era of a single, dominant subscription model is giving way to a far more complex and fragmented market.

Leo Hartmann·March 30, 2026

Advertising

OpenAI ChatGPT Ads Trial Surpasses $100 Million Revenue

The pilot program's rapid financial success represents a critical validation for advertising on generative AI platforms, positioning ChatGPT as a commercially viable media platform.

Leo Hartmann·March 30, 2026