Topic: Reed Hastings

Netflix changes the game again

Netflix has a history of surprising the industry. After progressing from red envelopes in the mailbox to streaming movies, Netflix may become a premiere network like HBO and Showtime.

Steve Jobs joins high-tech meeting with Obama

Steve Jobs was one of 12 tech-industry leaders to talk with Obama about spurring US innovation. Steve Jobs has been the focus of rumors of ill-health.

Netflix rolls out streaming only video subscription for US market

Netflix has raised prices on its DVD-by-mail service. But the company will introduce a new streaming video plan for US customers.

Hulu Plus throws open the doors

Hulu Plus is still in BETA mode – but users can sign up for a monthly streaming video subscription.

Netflix set to launch stream-only service in Canada

Netflix is expanding north of the border – can the rest of the world be far behind?

Netflix launches Nintendo Wii beta run

Netflix said today that it would begin shipping instant streaming discs to some owners of the Nintendo Wii. That means that Netflix will soon be available on all three major video game consoles, including the Sony PlayStation 3 and the Microsoft Xbox 360.

End of the line for Blockbuster?

Under attack from nimbler rivals such as Netflix and Redbox, Blockbuster has hinted it could soon file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

HBO GO aims to give Netflix a run for its money

HBO GO, a new video-streaming service, is set to launch tomorrow. And in at least one major way, HBO GO has a leg-up on Netflix.

Netflix goes global, but without the red envelopes

After a false start in 2005, a Netflix rep says the company will begin to expand video-streaming services to other countries.

Netflix hikes Blu-ray subscription fees

Yeah, but does it get Netflix?

Netflix to offer on-demand video

Partnering with LG, the mail-order movie rental giant will stream movies to set-top HDTV boxes.