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The crux of this evolution lies in the economics of content creation. Major studios, including HBO and Warner Brothers, have faced pressure to cut costs, often squeezing creators and reducing budgets. Meanwhile, social media platforms offer a lucrative alternative, with creators able to monetize directly through sponsorships and advertising on platforms like YouTube and TikTok, which boast audiences over ten times larger than traditional streaming subscribers.
Future Possibilities include offering premium content directly within platforms like TikTok, where users could access shows from HBO or Discovery for a minimal fee—potentially creating a "category killer" that blends social media distribution with high-quality original programming.