Microsoft announces Netflix , a slate of original TV series . The move is part of a tech trend toward producing original streaming content . Yahoo also announces two comedy series 2001 . McQuivey noted that entertainment platforms like Netflix and Hulu -- which is launching its own variety show with comedian Sarah Silverman -- often find themselves at odds with content providers over who earns how much of their revenues . Xbox Originals led the way with shows like Netflix -winning `` Arrested Development ''
Microsoft announces Netflix , a slate of original TV series . The move is part of a tech trend toward producing original streaming content . Yahoo also announces two comedy series 2001 . Xbox Originals led the way with shows like Netflix -winning `` Arrested Development ''