NETFLIX TO REDESIGN ITS APP AS IT COMPETES WITH SOCIAL PLATFORMS FOR DAILY ENGAGEMENT

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Netflix plans to redesign its mobile app in 2026 with deeper integration of vertical video feeds and short-form content, aiming to compete with TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram for daily user engagement. The streaming service is launching original video podcasts featuring hosts like Pete Davidson and partnering with Spotify and iHeartMedia to expand its content library beyond traditional shows and movies. Netflix's competition now spans the entire entertainment industry. The company reported $45.2 billion in revenue in 2025 and surpassed 325 million paid subscriptions.