Summary
Disney and Google are in a dispute that has left YouTube TV users without access to Disney channels like ABC and ESPN since October 30. Disney CEO Bob Iger claims they offered Google a deal comparable to other agreements, which Google rejected. Meanwhile, YouTube TV has partnered with NBCUniversal to launch NBC Sports Network exclusively on its platform.
Key Facts
- Disney and Google are in a disagreement over the rights to show Disney channels on YouTube TV.
- YouTube TV subscribers have been unable to watch ABC, ESPN, and other Disney networks since October 30.
- Disney CEO Bob Iger stated their proposed deal to Google is similar to agreements made with other companies.
- Google allegedly turned down Disney's deal, leading to the ongoing dispute.
- NBCUniversal has launched NBC Sports Network exclusively on YouTube TV.
- NBC Sports Network aims to offer a wide range of sports programming to YouTube TV subscribers.
- The NBC Sports Network deal is part of NBCUniversal’s strategy to expand both linear and streaming options.
- The standoff between Disney and Google has lasted for more than two weeks.
