Extensive discussions have revolved around the Facebook versus Google saga, highlighting an ongoing competition marked more by similarity than outright dominance. Week after week, the two giants have revealed their true nature, showcasing a palpable fear and lack of leadership in fostering creativity and innovation.
The latest development involves Google’s impending launch of the YouTube Store, an online rental and viewing platform that seeks to challenge Netflix, a formidable online brand. This announcement comes on the heels of Netflix’s impressive subscription and earnings report, positioning it as one of the world’s largest entertainment subscription services.
It’s no coincidence that this news broke just a day after Netflix’s report. Google’s recent actions suggest a pattern of interest in imitating, pleading, litigating, and appropriating from companies that have consistently demonstrated innovation and creativity in their product offerings.
I anticipate Netflix will provide a strong counterbalance to Google, urging them to return to their core focus of refining search results and enhancing their algorithmic capabilities.
