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Streaming has changed the way we consume news. For years, viewers had to wait for the news to roll on and off. Now, they can watch a story as it happens, and can watch it anywhere. And if they are averse to commercials, they can switch channels.
In the last ten years, major streaming networks have entered the game. They’ve invested hundreds of millions of dollars in producing programming, which is then archived and delivered on demand.
The most successful streamers are doing much more than just repurposing broadcast programs. They are taking on cable. Essentially, they are telling consumers that they can cut their cable subscription in favor of the free streams.
Besides delivering breaking news, they offer the opportunity to express their opinions. Some of these services are even promoting cable-quality news. This has resulted in a massive audience for free news streamers.
A number of news outlets have also jumped into the streaming world. These include CNN, MSNBC, and Fox. All of these networks have a heavy local news presence. CBS News has launched a local streaming news strategy, which is expected to produce more than 45,000 hours of local news per year by 2022.
Historically, the news industry has been a profitable business. However, over the years, newscasters have watched their audiences dwindle.
With a growing polarized electorate, it has become important to re-imagine the way we cover politics. Online video streaming could help reshape the landscape of political news coverage.
