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Everyone Is Sharing Passwords And Streaming Services Know It

While it doesn’t appear that streaming networks are going to crack down on sharing just yet, that could change if revenue from subscriptions decrease.

In fact, industry analyst Parks Associates tell Reuters that by continuing to allow password sharing service providers stand to lose an estimated $550 million in 2019.

Stopping the flood of password sharing wouldn’t actually be too difficult for some services. In fact, many have already limited customers’ ability to share.

From the article "Everyone Is Sharing Passwords And Streaming Services Know It" by Ashlee Kieler.

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