 In today's Tech Fights, Netflix is scrapping its cheapest ad-free subscription plan in the U.S. after doing the same in Canada and the U.K. Customers now paying $11.99 for the basic plan will have to pay at least $15.99, or they can opt for a $6.99 subscription that does include ads. And college students can now get a deal on streaming. Max is offering a 50% discount on its ad-supported plan for verified students. The discount brings the cost down to $5 a month.