The Intelligence from The Economist Changing horses mid-streaming? Netflix’s next act
Jul 21, 2021
Tom Wainwright, The Economist’s media editor, dives into Netflix's evolving strategies amid lukewarm quarterly results. He discusses the streaming giant's promising international growth and innovative ventures like gaming and live events. Additionally, Wainwright sheds light on the troubling censorship of LGBT accounts in China, tied to rising nationalism, and reveals how researchers are mapping urban microbial ecosystems to inform public health policies. His insights paint a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities in today's media landscape.
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Nationalist Backlash
- Chinese nationalists are increasingly portraying gay people as agents of foreign influence.
- This has led to a clampdown on LGBT accounts on WeChat.
Past Resistance and Current Climate
- Previous clampdowns on LGBT content faced online resistance and were reversed.
- This time, a U-turn is unlikely due to rising nationalism.
Imported Rhetoric
- Chinese nationalists are adopting Western far-right rhetoric, labeling LGBT rights as a foreign conspiracy.
- This narrative is gaining traction online.