So, how do you navigate a world with 500 new shows dropping every week without feeling like you’re failing a homework assignment?

By 2026, expect the EU and US to introduce "Algorithmic Transparency Acts." This will force UPD platforms to reveal why a piece of content was recommended. Consequently, we may see a resurgence of "human-curated" micro-platforms as a luxury good—a reaction against the machine.

Platforms like Roku are expected to roll out bundled subscriptions that bring multiple services under a single payment and interface.