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The war of words between Disney and Google continues — on the fourth day of the blackout of ESPN, ABC and other Disney networks on YouTube TV amid a fee dispute. On Monday, Disney asked Google to offer ABC to YouTube TV customers on Tuesday,
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YouTube TV-Disney blackout a sign of future rights deals. The real losers are the fans
The YouTube TV (Google) vs. ESPN (Disney) standoff is affecting subscribers but is a harbinger for fans as tech giants get involved in rights deals.
Following its failed deal with Disney, YouTube TV is handing out $10 monthly credits—but not everyone qualifies, and it’s not automatic.
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Google calls out ABC over latest YouTube TV request, counters with offer for ESPN networks
Google requested that Disney restore not only ABC, but also ESPN networks to YouTube TV while the parties continue to negotiate a new deal. It also promised to get channels back on the streaming service “within hours” if Disney agrees.
YouTube TV subscribers lost access to ESPN, ABC and other Disney networks, but alternative streaming options remain ahead of college football weekend.
YouTube TV subscribers could lose access to ESPN and ABC at midnight on Thursday. Sling TV offers SEC fans relief.
In the media conglomerate’s latest attempt to generate support for its content following a blackout on the Google-owned TV service, Disney has proposed that YouTube TV put its ABC back on the air on Nov. 4, when the nation heads to the polls for Election Day.