Exploring the Latest in Streaming and Digital Media
Lorne Brown, CEO of SintecMedia, discusses Netflix's pivot away from movies and towards TV shows. Brown also touches on Fox News's new streaming service, Fox Nation, and how media companies are planning to contend with the duopoly of Google and Facebook.
Brown says Netflix is focusing on its strengths and thinks this pivot is a smart move. He says Netflix only needs to have a few hit movies every year to be considered a success.
Brown also explains there's plenty of room for Fox Nation, Fox News's new standalone streaming service. He says it's a way for Fox News to expand its audience.
Vanguard's "How America Saves" report analyzes U.S. retirement trends, focusing on 401(k) plans, including automatic enrollment and contribution rates.
Amazon says it had its best Prime Day sales event ever this week with $14.2 billion spent online on Tuesday and Wednesday, up 11% compared to last year.