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Fox’s Tubi Launches in the UK: Free Streaming Service Takes on Netflix with 20,000+ Titles

Tubi by Fox Corporation, one of the fastest-growing ad-supported streaming platforms, is preparing an aggressive entry in the UK market. With a vast collection of over 20,000 movies and TV shows, Tubi ultimately intends to compete with the industry titans such as Netflix, while still remaining ad-supported and free of charge. Tubi is based in the US and this expansion into the UK could be seen as part of a more global growth plan after the company had to address its problems over GDPR earlier this year. Having ad-supported option making Tubi appeal to the viewers who are not willing to subscribe to a streaming service or cable program​ (Cord Busters)​ (TubiTV Corporate)​(TBI Vision).

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Tubi’s UK Debut as Fox: A Game-Changer in Free Streaming Services

Tubi, recently acquired by Fox Corporation and already present in the UK, has relaunched itself as ad-supported streaming with more than 20,000 content pieces. Despite the earlier GDPR non-compliance issues that Tubi had that made it pull out of the UK market, it is now well positioned to challenge the largest subscription based entertainment firms such as Netflix. Given the high-quality and vast array of movies, TV shows, and exclusive Tubi Originals, the platform is a credible and cheap substitute to other streaming services known as Cord Busters​ (TubiTV Corporate)​, According to TBI Vision.

The return of Tubi in the UK can be best described as a strategic one given the market that appears to be gravitating towards the streaming services due to high subscription fees. The presented platform’s model is primarily based on the free access to the content of high demand and quality, accompanied by paid advertisements, which makes it attractive for users with the limited budget. To prevent the company from losing money, Tubi targets a wide audience – from those who enjoy Hollywood blockbusters to lovers of classic British pictures​ (TubiTV Corporate)​​ (VideoWeek)​.

Besides the universality-of-contents factor, Tubi’s UK launch is led by David Salmon, who was recently promoted to the EVP and Managing Director International roles. Onwards, Salmon has a strong experience in streaming business and provides solid skills that can support Tubi in its further development. The original material, the convenient navigation, and the individual approach to users combined with the possibility to watch videos create the unique and enjoyable experience of content finding (TBI Vision) (VideoWeek)

Now that Tubi is seeking to establish itself in the UK, it is all prepared to pave its place in the market by competing with the existing streaming services that are already dominating the market. This is not a return at all but more like a declaration of intent of Tubi mainstreaming its service to offer free entertainment to the world​ (TBI Vision)​​ (TubiTV Corporate)​.

Conclusion

The re-entry of Tubi in the UK market is a new event in the streaming business. Through extensive content offering and unique categories to more than 20 countries, Tubi is a free service supported by ads competing with the subscription services. This step reflects the increasing desire of consumers for cheaper entertainment and stems from Tubi’s major advantages, such as the versatility of content and a smooth interface.

Tubi with the leadership of David Salmon is ready to attract as many viewers as possible and become one of the market leaders in the United Kingdom. And as TubiTV heads for international market, it sees to it that its show will always be top-notch and can easily be accessed by everyone without a need for paying a certain amount for a subscription or cable service Fee (Cord Busters) (TubiTV Corporate) (TBI Vision)​.

But this is not just Tubi’s rebirth, it is a new chapter in the world of streaming – more options and options focusing on the individual are arriving at the forefront of the market of free streaming services.

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