Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) announced plans to introduce artificial intelligence-generated advertisements integrated directly into its programming by 2026, marking a significant shift in how the streaming giant monetizes its content.
The AI-powered ads will appear during shows and when users pause content, blending branded products into popular series like “Stranger Things” and “Bridgerton,” Netflix President of Advertising Amy Reinhard said during the company’s Upfront presentation.
“By controlling our own ad tech, we’ll be able to deliver newer tools, better measurement, and more creative formats,” Reinhard told advertisers.
The new format will only affect Netflix’s $7.99 ad-supported tier, which has grown to 94 million global subscribers. Premium subscribers will continue receiving ad-free content.
The technology will generate personalized advertisements that adapt to each show’s aesthetic and narrative context. Netflix plans limited testing by late 2025 before the full rollout.
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