TRADITIONAL TV NETWORKS VS OTT SERVICES: THE TRANSFORMATION OF COMPETITION AND THE EMERGENCE OF NEW CONTENT, WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF DIVERSE VIEWER DEMANDS AND ADAPTATION

Linear TV networks have long been recognized as established television models, relying on fixed air times via public channels. In contrast, OTT platforms operate on viewer-driven consumption, with global streaming giants, major competitors, and niche players serving as dominant forces. As digital engagement shift, rivalry between broadcast stations