Amazon's Prime Video subscribers will no longer enjoy the ad-free experience unless they pay an additional $3.83 (£2.99) in some countries. They will start seeing commercials between movies and TV shows early next year.

Amazon Prime Video subscribers will soon see ads unless they pay extra in these countries

Britain's streaming services and broadcasters should be on a level-playing field, as traditional broadcasters now compete with 'one hand tied behind their backs', Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said on Wednesday.

British minister urges same rules for streaming services, broadcasters: Times

At a time when the world is battling with coronavirus, there are reports that streaming platforms like Netflix and others are winning big with people streaming from their homes, having being holed up because of the viral outbreak.

Streaming platforms big hit amid coronavirus outbreak

The government is proposing a mechanism to ensure that songs and videos reach a maximum number of people at an affordable price, which in case of dispute may be fixed by a quasi-judicial body Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB).

Government proposes changes in copyright rules, may benefit websites, music streaming firms

The number of episodes and the format of the show is still being worked out

Barack Obama in talks with Netflix for production deal

Set to launch in coming months, YouTube TV will cost $35 monthly

YouTube TV: Google challenges cable TV with its new streaming service

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