Digital Dominance: How Tech Giants’ Control and the Decline of Physical Media Could Reshape The Entertainment History

Tech giants' censorship is rewriting history.

Cindy Harper

Recent announcements by major companies signal a major shift in the way people consume content. Best Buy has declared its intention to discontinue DVD and Blu-ray sales after the 2023 holiday season. Citing evolving consumer habits, the electronics retailer explained, “Making this change gives us more space and opportunity to bring customers new and innovative tech for them to explore, discover and enjoy.” This decision trails Netflix’s closure of its DVD service.

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