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A significant portion covers the technological evolution of fight viewing, emphasizing illegal streams' prevalence and impact on fighters and the sport's legitimacy. The speakers discuss how streaming platforms like ESPN+ and Fight Pass are transforming access to UFC events but acknowledge that many fans turn to unofficial channels due to costs, technical barriers, or convenience. There's a nuanced debate about whether the UFC could or should crack down on illegal streams, weighing the potential damage on fighters’ earnings against the sport's broader exposure.