Broadcasting giant Fox and YouTube TV reach agreement to keep channels streaming online
In a relief for millions of viewers, Alphabet-owned YouTube TV and Fox have reached a distribution agreement, ensuring that Fox News, Fox Sports, and other Fox channels will remain available on the popular streaming platform.
The tense negotiations, which took place earlier this week, saw Fox seeking higher payments than other content providers. Failed talks briefly threatened the removal of these channels, drawing political attention and concerns from Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr.
Chairman Carr urged both companies to resolve the dispute to avoid affecting viewers' ability to watch news and sports, particularly in light of the upcoming Big Game between Texas and Ohio State. He wrote on X, without specifying the platform, expressing his concerns about the potential impact on viewers.
This marks another carriage dispute resolved by YouTube TV, following the deal with Paramount Global in February that kept channels such as CBS, Comedy Central, and Nickelodeon on the platform.
The financial terms of the new deal were not disclosed. However, the agreement will keep Fox News, Fox Sports, and other Fox channels available to subscribers, maintaining YouTube TV's status as one of the largest online streaming bundles in the United States.
YouTube TV had announced a temporary extension to avoid an immediate blackout while talks continued. The new deal was reached between the two companies, averting a potential loss of Fox channels that could have affected millions of Americans relying on YouTube for uninterrupted access to Fox programming.
This marks the latest in a series of carriage disputes involving YouTube TV. Despite the occasional disagreements, the platform continues to provide a diverse range of content to its subscribers, ensuring they can watch their favourite shows and live events without interruption.
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