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The advent of streaming technology has altered the way we consume news. We have access to live programming, reruns, and archived content all day long. It’s a convenient and economical way to build a library of media.
One of the most significant trends has been the rise of mobile devices. Smartphones and tablets have made it possible for people to watch and share news at any time of the day. In fact, a recent survey found that a majority of American households are subscribed to at least one streaming service.
This technological development has accelerated the speed of the spread of news. For example, news coverage of a scandal such as the Pittsburgh bridge collapse is instant. However, it’s also important to understand that streaming news arrives when viewers demand it.
The advent of video has changed the way we cover political news. News outlets like CNN and Fox have repurposed cable programming to create news coverage that is instantly accessible to a wider audience.
Free news streamers have also taken up the challenge. These services have a similar aesthetic to their cable counterparts. They’re essentially telling viewers that they can cut their cable subscription. Unlike cable, these services aren’t bound by expensive negotiations with cable companies.
Online video streaming will soon be a major player in the news media landscape. As the Internet becomes increasingly pervasive, new and more overtly political news operations are likely to enter the market.
