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The vertical video takeover is here
The VergeSunday, July 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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What happened
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Why it matters
Technology shifts change how people work, communicate, and build — often faster than policy can follow.
Background
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Timeline
The Verge published: The vertical video takeover is here
Story is in today’s RedScroll edition. Follow the original source for updates.
Economic impact
Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Vertical and Video.
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