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Despite these disruptions, a likely eventual resolution exists. Disney and Google are expected to negotiate new licensing agreements, restoring movies to Google Play and re-establishing features like Movies Anywhere integration. However, the underlying issue remains—a system increasingly driven by corporate greed aimed at extracting more from consumers rather than providing value.
As corporations engage in posturing, the real losers are the average viewers, who face rising costs and diminished access. The debate isn’t just about rights and licensing; it reflects a fundamental shift in how media companies view consumers—more as sources of revenue than as valued customers.