Panel: Deep Dive - Ingest Model vs. Direct-to-Consumer Apps: Control, Scale & the Future of Distribution

Session details:

As streaming distribution evolves, services are increasingly balancing two distinct models: fully owned direct-to-consumer (D2C) apps and platform-based ingest integrations. While both drive subscription revenue, they differ fundamentally in ownership, economics, data control, and user experience. 

• So what truly differentiates ingest from D2C — and why are more services embracing both?
• Does ingest improve discoverability and conversion — or create long-term dependency?
• Which types of services benefit most from each model?
• Can ingest and D2C coexist strategically, or will one model dominate over time?