Disney agrees to pay $50 million to YouTube TV and DirecTV subscribers (opens original article in a new tab)

Disney has agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it forced YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream to raise subscription prices, with eligible subscribers potentially receiving cash payouts.

• Disney agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it forced YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream to increase subscription prices.
• Subscribers between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2026, may be eligible for a cash payout.
• The settlement follows a class action lawsuit alleging Disney had pricing power over the streaming market through its ownership of ESPN and Hulu.