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Beyond Legacy Media: Why YouTube Is Netflix's True Global Rival

August 18, 20261:04

Is YouTube actually Netflix’s biggest rival? Simeon McMillan, founder of Accrued Interest, breaks down why YouTube operates as an all-in-one "super entertainment company" and the only peer in Netflix's weight class regarding global scale and sheer revenue. As legacy media continues to consolidate, YouTube remains the dominant force competing for global viewer attention.