LOS ANGELES / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – Disney and YouTube TV are on the verge of a possible blackout as negotiations over the distribution of Disney channels such as ESPN and ABC have stalled. If an agreement is not reached, millions of subscribers could lose access to popular sports and other content. The situation reflects increasing tensions in the streaming industry as platforms fight for better conditions.
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Negotiations between Disney and YouTube TV over the distribution of Disney channels like ESPN and ABC are on the verge of a possible blackout. If an agreement is not reached by October 30, millions of subscribers could lose access to popular sports and other content. This situation highlights the increasing tensions in the streaming industry as platforms fight for better conditions.
Disney has already started sending public messages to YouTube TV subscribers alerting them to the impending shutdown. A Disney spokesman emphasized that Google was exploiting its position at the expense of customers. YouTube TV, on the other hand, argues that Disney is demanding excessive economic conditions that would lead to price increases for customers.
The negotiations are reminiscent of a similar dispute between YouTube TV and NBCUniversal that was recently resolved. Even then, YouTube TV demanded better conditions due to its large number of subscribers. Disney is offering YouTube TV similar terms to a previous deal with Charter, which provided access to Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ at no additional cost.
An additional point of contention is YouTube TV’s demand to integrate Disney streaming content directly into its platform. This request has already been rejected by NBCUniversal and Disney also shows no willingness to comply. The situation is further complicated by a former Disney executive’s move to YouTube, which has led to legal disputes.
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