YouTube TV settlement
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Disney will pay $50 million to settle claims it inflated live TV streaming prices.
Eligible YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers must file claims by Sept. 8.
背景
Disney agreed to a $50 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit (Biddle v. Disney) filed in 2022, which alleged that Disney violated antitrust and consumer protection laws by forcing YouTube TV, DirecTV, and FuboTV subscribers to pay more for live TV streaming. The settlement covers YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers (including DirecTV Now and AT&T TV Now) who had active subscriptions between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2026. Disney denied wrongdoing but agreed to the partial settlement, which does not apply to FuboTV plaintiffs.
来龙去脉
- 2022Plaintiffs filed Biddle v. Disney, alleging Disney inflated streaming prices through anticompetitive practices.
- recentlyDisney agreed to a $50 million settlement without admitting liability, covering YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers.
- Sep 8, 2026Deadline for eligible subscribers to file a claim online or by mail.
- Jan 2027Final approval hearing scheduled; payments will be sent after court approval.
各方怎么说
- Plaintiffs
- Disney used its size to inflate prices marketwide, and the settlement provides compensation to affected subscribers.
- Disney
- Disney denied any wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to resolve the litigation.
待核实
Exact payment amounts and timing are unconfirmed; final approval is pending and objections could delay payments.