While MoQ aims to unite real-time latency with CDN-scale distribution, displacing entrenched WebRTC infrastructures and low-latency HTTP streaming setups requires a massive leap in value. This piece offers a grounded reality check on the protocol’s market dynamics, asking whether the current benefits justify the transition cost. It is a worthwhile read for media engineers deciding whether to invest in MoQ tooling today or hold off until clear enterprise use cases emerge.