The global video streaming market size is expected to reach USD 416.8 billion in 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Prominent technological advancements like execution of blockchain technology in video streaming and the practice of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to advance quality of videos are expected to augment the growth of video streaming market over the forecast period.
Emerging cloud-based streaming solutions for augmenting the scope of content is directly influencing the growth of the market. This tendency is observed in various parts of North America and Asia Pacific. Moreover, other factors ascribing to the growth of the market are rapid, increase use of mobiles and tablets, digitalization and the growing popularity of online video streaming.
Prominent demand for high-speed internet connectivity, on-demand videos and the rising inclination towards original digital content are the key driving factors for the market's growth. Video streaming has increased as a result of the growing popularity of smartphones and a variety of high-speed internet technologies including 3G, 4G and LTE. Moreover, the growing demand for devices supporting digital media is helping consumer’s access media content anywhere across the world.
The market is divided into live and non-linear video streaming based on the type of streaming. Live streaming is the term used to describe content that is shown in real time over an internet connection. Further important findings from the study point to the live video streaming category as having the largest development potential throughout the predicted period. Also, because of the growing desire for material that can be watched online but not in real-time.
The COVID-19 pandemic regulated people to confine themselves at home and stay indoors for a prolonged period. Due to these circumstances, streaming service saw an increase in viewers and engagement, leading to a greater uptake of video streaming. Platforms such as Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+ have registered a spike in the viewership worldwide.
Organizations like Hotstar and Netflix executed machine learning and AI algorithms to study user behavior and demographics. This aided organizations in identifying audience interests and offering modified content references to keep them frequently engaged. Subsequently, these AI-based platforms offer viewers content satisfying their specific interests, providing them with a highly personalized experience.
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The live video streaming segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024, with around 62.5% market share. This dominance highlights the growing demand for real-time content across various industries, including entertainment, sports, gaming, and business events.
The Over-the-Top (OTT) segment held the largest revenue share in 2024. This dominance is attributed to the growing popularity of platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ across global markets.
Smartphones and tablets have emerged as the dominant devices in the market, primarily due to their portability, user-friendly interfaces, and the increasing availability of high-speed mobile internet.
Smart TVs are witnessing rapid growth in the market, driven by consumer demand for high-quality home entertainment systems that integrate streaming platforms directly into the television interface
The training & support segment held the largest revenue share in 2024. The training & support segment has dominated due to the increasing demand for customer assistance and knowledge transfer
The subscription segment dominated the market in 2024, holding the largest revenue share. This growth can be attributed to the increasing preference for ad-free, premium content and exclusive types available through subscription-based models
North America video streaming industry accounted for the largest revenue share globally in 2024, with a 31.3% share. This was majorly owing to the rapid growth of cloud-based streaming services.
Grand View Research has segmented the global video streaming market based on type, solution, platform, service industry, revenue model, deployment, user, and region:
Video Streaming Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Live Video Streaming
Non-Linear Video Streaming
Video Streaming Solution Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Internet Protocol TV
Over-the-Top (OTT)
Pay-TV
Video Streaming Platform Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Gaming Consoles
Laptops & Desktops
Smartphones & Tablets
Smart TV
Video Streaming Service Industry Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Consulting
Managed Services
Training & Support
Video Streaming Revenue Model Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Advertising
Rental
Subscription
Video Streaming Deployment Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Cloud
On-Premises
Video Streaming User Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Enterprise
Corporate Communications
Knowledge Sharing & Collaborations
Marketing & Client Engagement
Training & Development
Consumer
Real-Time Entertainment
Web Browsing & Advertising
Gaming
Social Networking
E-Learning
Video Streaming Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
South Korea
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
KSA
UAE
South Africa
List of Key Players in Video Streaming Market
Akamai Technologies
Amazon Web Services, Inc.
Apple Inc.
Cisco Systems, Inc.
Google LLC
Kaltura, Inc.
Netflix, Inc.
International Business Machine Corporation (IBM Cloud Video)
Wowza Media Systems, LLC
Hulu, LLC
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