With 148 million subscribers and a value of $157 billion, Netflix is the leader in streaming. But Hulu, now controlled by Disney, has something Netflix doesn’t: ads. And they are worth a lot. Source: NYT > Business – EDMUND LEE
YouTube Fact-Checks the Fire at Notre-Dame With Facts About … 9/11
The company said that a misguided algorithm paired live footage of the blaze in Paris with information about the 2001 terrorist attacks. Source: NYT > Business – NIRAJ CHOKSHI
Disney Prepares to Unveil Its Streaming Service
In a lavish presentation, the company is expected to offer long-awaited details about its counter to the tech giants that have moved into entertainment. Source: NYT > Business – BROOKS BARNES and JOHN KOBLIN
Carlos Ghosn Accuses Nissan Officials of Mismanagement
In a video recorded before his most recent arrest, the former auto chief said executives responsible for the company’s slide had plotted against him. Source: NYT > Business – BEN DOOLEY
A California Hospital Filmed Women Without Their Knowledge, Lawsuit Says
The cameras were set up in three operating rooms at Sharp Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, Calif. as part of an effort to catch a possible thief. Source: NYT > Business – JACEY FORTIN
News Analysis: Countries Want to Ban ‘Weaponized’ Social Media. What Would That Look Like?
No established democracies have ever come as close to applying such sweeping restrictions as Australia and New Zealand are considering in the wake of the Christchurch mosque shootings. Source: NYT > Business – DAMIEN CAVE