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The role of social media backlash and legal risks is also increasingly influential. Companies appear to be preemptively downsizing, reducing their exposure to contentious content, and abandoning efforts perceived as politically motivated or divisive.
Broader Industry Ramifications
The media industry is at a crossroads. Legacy outlets, once bolstered by government regulation and advertising, now face pressures from digital disruptors. The current wave of layoffs and structural adjustments reflects attempts to adapt, but critics question whether these organizations can sustain themselves without the old models.