About Beyond Mainstream
Beyond Mainstream aims to provide a unique, collective voice for specialized services in the streaming industry. The coalition will work to ensure a more equitable regulatory environment where members have a strong collective voice in global regulatory and policy debates.
The coalition unites streaming platforms spanning across the globe including AMC Networks’ Acorn TV, ALLBLK, HIDIVE, Shudder, and Sundance Now; Crunchyroll; NDM+; OUTtv; Pure Flix; Rakuten Viki; The Roku Channel; SonyLiv; Sony One; Tubi; and Zee5.
Coalition Members
Press Release
Specialty streaming services establish international coalition to advocate for fair industry policies and fight for increased access to programming
15 unique services with access in nearly every country worldwide form “Beyond Mainstream: A Global Streaming Alliance”
A group of 15 specialty streaming services with audiences in nearly every country have joined together to form Beyond Mainstream: A Global Streaming Alliance. The coalition will advocate for fair and proportionate regulations for these specialized platforms, ensuring viewers everywhere can continue to choose and access a diverse range of content and streaming options.
As global policymakers shape the future of streaming, Beyond Mainstream aims to ensure that specialized and regional platforms – and the diverse audiences they serve – are not overlooked. The coalition will advocate for the needs of viewers worldwide who rely on specialized streamers, while also highlighting the unique cultural value and contribution of such services.
“Our targeted portfolio attracts passionate and loyal fans who come to us for community, curation and the content they love,” said Dawn Botti, EVP Legal and Business Affairs for AMC Networks. “By joining the Beyond Mainstream coalition, we’re uniting with other specialized services to ensure viewers can easily access a range of content offerings and to advocate for alternatives to one-size-fits all policies.”
“This coalition is especially timely as new systems for digital democracy and global governance are on the horizon,” said Nijel de Mesa, President/CEO of NDM+. “Beyond Mainstream will foster mutual cooperation so members can act together to secure a vibrant and sustainable future for streaming in the global entertainment landscape.”
“By joining together as the Beyond Mainstream coalition, independent and specialized streaming services can champion fair access and visibility for diverse programming,” said Brad Danks, CEO of OUTtv Media Global Inc. “Our shared goal is to build an equitable media environment that reflects the full range of audiences and perspectives — something we can only achieve by working together.”