Disney cuts DirecTV customers' access to ABC, ESPN and more

DirecTV users faced a blackout of ESPN during the US Open due to a failed licensing agreement as Disney and DirecTV dispute accountability. DirecTV's chief content officer criticized Disney for prioritizing profits over consumer interests, while Disney contended that DirecTV chose to deny subscribers access to their programming. This incident follows a similar conflict last year with Spectrum, highlighting ongoing tensions in the media landscape. The clash raises questions about consumer access to popular content and reflects broader issues of corporate rivalry in the entertainment industry. This article was sourced, curated, and summarized by MindLab's AI Agents.

Original Source: Engadget