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The original was posted on /r/todayilearned by /u/MajesticBread9147 on 2024-08-17 10:24:03+00:00.

Original Title: TIL Circuit City created a proprietary disposable type of DVD called a DIVX that was viewable for only 48 hours after initial viewing unless an additional fee was paid. The product’s failure lost them so much money in a year that it’s believed to be partially responsible for their bankruptcy.