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10 min, 30 sec

The video discusses Twitch's withdrawal announcement from South Korea due to high network usage fees and examines the impact on the local streaming market, including reactions from streamers and fans, and the emergence of new platforms.

Summary

  • The video begins with a review of past developments regarding network usage fees and Twitch's service changes.
  • Twitch officially announced its withdrawal from the Korean market, citing the country's network usage fees as a significant burden.
  • The discussion includes potential shifts in the streaming landscape in Korea, with alternatives such as AfreecaTV, YouTube, and a new Naver platform being considered by streamers.
  • The creator speculates on the reasons behind Twitch's decision and the potential for collaborations with other platforms like Naver.

Chapter 1

Introduction to Twitch's Situation in Korea

0:00 - 31 sec

The video opens with a brief history of network usage fee issues in Korea and Twitch's recent announcement to withdraw from the Korean market.

The video opens with a brief history of network usage fee issues in Korea and Twitch's recent announcement to withdraw from the Korean market.

  • Previously, the creator posted a video about network usage fee issues.
  • After some escalation and then quieting down, Twitch officially announced its withdrawal from Korea.
  • This has caused significant turmoil among streamers and fans, wondering where to move next.

Chapter 2

Review of the Network Usage Fee Issue

0:31 - 2 min, 18 sec

The creator recaps the progression of the network usage fee issue over the past year, including legislative attempts and public opinion.

The creator recaps the progression of the network usage fee issue over the past year, including legislative attempts and public opinion.

  • Twitch lowered its streaming quality due to the network usage fee issue, which caused public outcry.
  • Legislative attempts to address the issue stalled, and public opinion shifted as the complexity of the topic became more widely understood.
  • Surveys showed mixed opinions, with many concerned about the consumer burden if network usage fee laws were passed.

Chapter 3

Twitch's Sequential Service Reductions in Korea

2:49 - 1 min, 21 sec

The chapter details how Twitch began to progressively reduce its services in Korea, leading to speculation of an impending withdrawal.

The chapter details how Twitch began to progressively reduce its services in Korea, leading to speculation of an impending withdrawal.

  • Twitch made sequential service reductions, including lowering video quality and ceasing VODs and clip services.
  • These reductions were seen as steps towards exiting the Korean market.
  • Streamers began to adapt by moving their content to other platforms like YouTube.

Chapter 4

Twitch CEO's Announcement and the Reasons Behind Withdrawal

4:10 - 1 min, 18 sec

The creator discusses the official announcement from Twitch's CEO regarding the withdrawal and explores the reasons provided.

The creator discusses the official announcement from Twitch's CEO regarding the withdrawal and explores the reasons provided.

  • The Twitch CEO announced the withdrawal was due to unsustainable losses as the Korean market grows.
  • Network usage fees were cited as 10 times higher in Korea compared to other countries, making the service financially unfeasible.
  • A rebuttal from a telecommunication insider suggested Twitch's lack of competitiveness rather than network fees was to blame.

Chapter 5

Industry Analysis and Speculations

5:28 - 1 min, 21 sec

The creator analyzes Twitch's financials and market position in Korea to determine the validity of the reasons for its withdrawal.

The creator analyzes Twitch's financials and market position in Korea to determine the validity of the reasons for its withdrawal.

  • Financial reports suggest that network usage fees are indeed high, but it's unclear if they're the sole reason for Twitch's withdrawal.
  • Twitch's revenue in Korea was comparatively low, and the platform faced a decline in users, suggesting weak competitiveness.
  • The creator speculates that both high network usage fees and Twitch's competitive struggles contributed to the withdrawal.

Chapter 6

Potential Shifts in the Korean Streaming Market

6:49 - 2 min, 16 sec

Following Twitch's exit, the creator explores the possible changes in the Korean streaming market and the options available for streamers.

Following Twitch's exit, the creator explores the possible changes in the Korean streaming market and the options available for streamers.

  • With Twitch's exit, Korean streamers are considering platforms like AfreecaTV, YouTube, and the upcoming Naver platform.
  • The new Naver service, 'Arc', is launching a beta, and Twitch has not ruled out collaboration with Naver.
  • Streamers face tough decisions as they assess the pros and cons of each alternative platform.

Chapter 7

Conclusion and Personal Insights

9:05 - 1 min, 24 sec

The creator concludes the video by expressing personal thoughts on the situation and calling for consumer-focused solutions.

The creator concludes the video by expressing personal thoughts on the situation and calling for consumer-focused solutions.

  • The creator finds the battle over network usage fees between companies unnecessary and urges for consumer consideration.
  • The ongoing situation with Netflix and SK Broadband shows some resolution is possible, while Google and YouTube remain unresolved.
  • Twitch's exit from Korea leaves the future of the streaming market uncertain, with potential for new platforms to gain influence.