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YouTube TV and Disney are close to resolving their dispute that led to Disney channels, including ESPN, being removed from the platform, but a key disagreement over the cost of Disney's non-sports networks remains, delaying the return of popular programming like Monday Night Football.
YouTube TV and Disney are in a standoff over carriage fees, leading to Disney channels including ESPN and ABC being blacked out on YouTube TV for nearly two weeks, with negotiations stalled over pricing and contract terms, causing financial losses for both sides and ongoing subscriber disruptions.
Disney's top executives expressed frustration over ongoing carriage negotiations with YouTube TV, which has resulted in Disney channels like ESPN and ABC being unavailable to YouTube TV's 10 million subscribers, amid a series of disputes with major distributors. Despite offers for better terms and tailored programming, YouTube TV has refused to agree, leading to a dark sports weekend for many viewers. Disney remains hopeful for a deal, but the impasse continues.
The ESPN blackout on YouTube TV continues through 'Monday Night Football' due to a dispute over channel fees between Disney and YouTube TV, affecting around 10 million subscribers and highlighting ongoing tensions over carriage fees and market leverage.
A potential blackout of Disney channels, including ESPN and ABC, looms as YouTube TV's deal with Disney expires on October 30, with both sides citing disagreements over fair compensation. The dispute could impact viewers during a key sports season, and YouTube TV has offered a $20 credit if channels are removed. Negotiations continue amid tensions over economic terms and content rights.
President Donald Trump urged Google-owned YouTube TV to restore access to Univision, citing its favorable coverage of him and Republicans, amid a carriage dispute following Univision's content removal due to a failed deal. The dispute has raised concerns about Hispanic media access and political influence in media coverage.
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal are heading towards a potential blackout of NBCUniversal channels on YouTube TV due to a carriage dispute over pricing and terms, which could result in the loss of popular programming like Sunday Night Football and The Voice for subscribers if not resolved before the current agreement expires at the end of September.
NBCUniversal may pull its networks from YouTube TV due to unresolved contract negotiations, risking a blackout of major channels including NBC, Telemundo, and others, as the current agreement expires on September 30. This dispute is part of broader tensions between streaming services and traditional content providers over terms and compensation, reflecting ongoing challenges in the evolving media landscape.
The ongoing carriage dispute between Fox and YouTube TV is likely to be resolved soon due to the changing landscape of sports broadcasting, where streaming options have reduced the leverage of content providers like Fox. Both sides are economically incentivized to reach an agreement, as prolonged blackouts could lead to significant revenue losses and subscriber churn. The shift to streaming has empowered distributors and made negotiations more balanced, making a long-term blackout unlikely.
Google has warned it may remove Fox channels from YouTube TV due to a carriage dispute, with a deadline of Wednesday at 5pm ET, as negotiations over payments stall. The dispute highlights tensions between digital TV providers and networks, especially ahead of the football season, and could lead to viewers subscribing to Fox's new streaming service if channels go dark.
Fox Sports and YouTube TV are in a carriage dispute just before the college football and NFL seasons, risking the removal of channels like FOX, FS1, and Big Ten Network from YouTube TV's lineup, which could impact viewers and fans of college football and NFL games.
Fox Networks may be blacked out on YouTube TV as early as August 27, 2025, due to a carriage dispute over renewal terms, risking the loss of popular channels including Fox Sports and Fox News just before the NFL season begins.
Fox and Fox News are at risk of being removed from YouTube TV due to a carriage dispute, with a deadline set for August 27. The dispute could impact access to Fox's sports, news, and entertainment channels, especially during the NFL season. Fox accuses Google of unfair negotiations, while YouTube seeks a fair deal reflecting the value of Fox's content. If unresolved, viewers may lose access to Fox channels and local NFL games, but YouTube offers a $10 credit if channels go dark.
DirecTV customers in Seattle and Dayton, OH may miss CBS Super Bowl coverage due to a carriage dispute between Cox Media Group and DirecTV, impacting 12 local broadcast affiliates. The dispute remains unresolved, potentially affecting viewers' access to the game. While there are alternative ways to watch, such as streaming on Paramount+ or using an antenna, the situation could still cause inconvenience for affected customers, especially those expecting 4K coverage. DirecTV is offering one-time $10 credits to affected customers, but the resolution of the dispute remains uncertain.
DirecTV subscribers in Cleveland will be unable to watch the Browns' playoff game against the Houston Texans due to a carriage dispute between DirecTV and Tegna, the owner of Cleveland's NBC affiliate WKYC. The dispute has been ongoing for over a month, affecting subscribers in Cleveland and other markets. Impacted subscribers have the option to switch to another provider or stream the game through Peacock or NFL+. Similar blackouts may occur for other teams in the Divisional round as Tegna owns affiliates in cities with playoff-bound teams.