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Disney+ Could Introduce a Free Streaming Tier

Disney is reportedly exploring the introduction of a free content tier on Disney+, allowing users to access selected shows and films without a subscription. The move would position Disney more directly against YouTube and free ad-supported streaming platforms, while creating new opportunities to attract audiences into its ecosystem before converting them into paying subscribers. If launched, it could significantly expand Disney’s advertising inventory and reshape the streaming landscape.

Meta Confirms Facial Recognition Could Be Coming to Smart Glasses

Meta’s CTO has confirmed that facial recognition capabilities are being considered for future AI-powered smart glasses. While the technology could unlock more personalised experiences and contextual information in real-time, it has also reignited concerns around privacy, surveillance and consent. The announcement follows ongoing discussions around the next generation of wearable AI devices and their role in everyday life.

Netflix Turns to Publishers for Premium TV Content

Netflix is broadening its content strategy by partnering with publishers to bring professionally produced video content onto the platform. The move reflects Netflix’s ongoing efforts to diversify its offering, increase viewer engagement and create more opportunities for advertisers within its growing ad-supported ecosystem.

LinkedIn Shares New Advice for Better Organic Reach

LinkedIn has released fresh guidance on improving post performance, highlighting three key factors: consistency, posting frequency and content length. The platform also notes that regular posting can help content become more visible within AI-powered discovery systems, making consistency increasingly important for both personal brands and businesses.

Google Reinforces the Importance of Self-Referencing Canonicals

Google has once again highlighted the value of self-referencing canonical tags, even on pages that don’t have duplicate versions. While canonical tags won’t guarantee indexing outcomes, they provide clear signals to search engines about which URL should be treated as the preferred version of a page. Proper canonical implementation remains a key SEO best practice.

Bonded Bitesize – Your Midweek Roundup