MAINSTREAM TV NETWORKS VS STREAMING PLATFORMS: THE EVOLUTION OF COMPETITION AND THE EMERGENCE OF NEW CONTENT, WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF GLOBAL CONTENT CONSUMPTION AND ADAPTATION

Linear TV networks have long been recognized as traditional television models, relying on regularly timed shows via cable. In contrast, digital services operate on subscription models, with global streaming giants, major competitors, and Apple TV+ serving as dominant forces. As media consumption habits shift, rivalry between broadcast stations and