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23 Oct 2026
1h 38m

Netflix Angst, The End of the Internet, Q&A on Meta’s VR Glasses, Anthropic Alignment, You Can See Everything

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Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson

Netflix faces a critical crossroads as it struggles with subscriber saturation, declining engagement, and a shift toward an ad-supported model that demands constant growth. While the company attempts to bolster its content strategy, it remains at a structural disadvantage compared to platforms like TikTok and Instagram that dominate user attention. Beyond streaming, the broader internet infrastructure shows signs of fragility, evidenced by critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities in PHP and SSL certificate management that threaten global connectivity. Meanwhile, the rise of AI agents necessitates a shift in how individuals manage digital security and information consumption, moving toward automated, proactive oversight. Amidst these industry shifts, the emergence of high-quality, theater-exclusive cinema like *You Can See Everything* highlights the enduring value of collective viewing experiences in an increasingly fragmented digital landscape.

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