The Streaming Stick Price Hike: A Casualty of the Tech Industry's AI Obsession The latest price increase from Roku, one of the leading streaming device manufacturers, has sparked concerns about the affordability of home entertainment for consumers.
The $10 hike on several flagship devices, including the popular Streaming Stick, is a symptom of a larger problem: the tech industry's obsession with artificial intelligence.
Roku's decision to raise prices comes on the heels of Fox's $22 billion acquisition of the company in June. This highlights the increasingly complex web of interests driving the tech industry forward.