How the World Cup became a US streaming success story
The 2026 World Cup is setting global streaming records, with significant viewership growth in the United States. Factors such as technical failures in traditional broadcast models and changing consumer habits have accelerated the shift toward digital streaming platforms.
Why it matters
This shift marks a major transition in sports media consumption, proving that streaming platforms can handle massive live-event traffic at scale.
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