Disney and YouTube TV have ended a two?week carriage dispute and signed a new multi?year distribution agreement that restores ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channel, National Geographic, and other Disney networks to around 10 million YouTube TV subscribers in the US. Live channels and library recordings are being re?enabled, with movie and TV purchases expected to follow once technical updates are complete.
The standoff between Disney and Google over YouTube TV carriage rights is now spilling into the local broadcast market. Sinclair says its ABC stations have already lost $1 million and confirms the FCC has opened an investigation into what it describes as harmful distribution practices.
Disney’s channels have vanished from YouTube TV after both companies failed to reach an agreement over new rates. While Disney accuses Google of undercutting the market, YouTube TV says Disney is using blackouts as leverage to demand higher fees. The real losers are the subscribers, once again stuck between two giants fighting for control of the streaming business.
Amazon is reportedly engaged in discussions with Disney regarding the possibility of incorporating ESPN’s upcoming streaming service into its Prime...
The OTT revolution is on the rise all over the world today, despite facing stiff competition from up-and-coming streaming services,...
The OTT revolution is on the rise all over the world today, despite facing stiff competition from up-and-coming streaming services,...
The OTT revolution is on the rise all over the world today, despite facing stiff competition from up-and-coming streaming services,...
The OTT revolution is on the rise all over the world today, despite facing stiff competition from up-and-coming streaming services,...











