NETFLIX AD TIER SURPASSES 250M USERS, DOUBLES AGAIN
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Netflix's ad-supported plan reached 250 million monthly viewers in 2025, more than doubling its user base for the second consecutive year. The company generated $1.5 billion in ad revenue last year and plans to expand ad placements across the platform.
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YouTube is expanding its content strategy with new exclusive streaming shows featuring high-profile creators, positioning itself as a bridge between content makers and brands. The platform unveiled the slate at its annual advertiser event in New York.
Cisco Systems delivered a better-than-expected sales forecast and announced significant job cuts as it pivots toward artificial intelligence. The stock surged as much as 17% in late trading.
Tencent plans to significantly increase AI infrastructure spending in the second half of 2026, capitalizing on improved domestic chip production from Chinese manufacturers. The move follows strong first-quarter financial results.
Meta has rolled out Instants, a new feature for sharing disappearing photos within Instagram and as a standalone app in select countries. The feature lets users share candid, unedited photos with Close Friends or mutual followers that vanish after 24 hours.