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> In 2019, Plex launched an ad-supported streaming service of movies, television shows and music that is accessible from its applications. [1] Advertising, and
by blamazon 3y ago
> In 2019, Plex launched an ad-supported streaming service of movies, television shows and music that is accessible from its applications. [1]
Advertising, and operating their own streaming service, presumably involves business partnerships with entities that may not look fondly on self-hosting?
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plex_Inc https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plex_Inc.
- urbandw311er 3y agoI think this is closer to the real reason. They’re doing it as part of a charm offensive to partner with content creators.
- Woshiwuja 3y agoI think you got it