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RTL Boosts Revenue and Subscriptions Through YouTube Partnership
German broadcaster RTL Deutschland has successfully leveraged YouTube to revitalize its long-running action series, 'Cobra 11'. By uploading hundreds of full episodes to the platform, the company reached a new, younger demographic, resulting in a significant increase in both platform subscriptions and overall viewership for the show. Beyond audience growth, the initiative has created lucrative new advertising opportunities. By integrating YouTube inventory with its existing linear and digital assets, RTL has generated millions in additional revenue, proving that traditional broadcasters can effectively use social video platforms to complement their core business models.