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Disney agrees to pay $50 million to YouTube TV and DirecTV subscribers

Disney agreed to a $50 million class action settlement to resolve claims it artificially inflated live-TV streaming costs. Eligible subscribers of YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream may qualify for payouts. The lawsuit alleged antitrust violations and aggressive bundling tactics.

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Disney has agreed to a $50 million settlement for YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers.

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  1. Disney to pay $50 million to settle streaming price lawsuit

    Disney agreed to a $50 million class action settlement to resolve claims it artificially inflated live-TV streaming costs. Eligible subscribers of YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream may qualify for payouts. The lawsuit alleged antitrust violations and aggressive bundling tactics.

    What's confirmed:

    • Disney agreed to a $50 million settlement over claims it made live-TV streaming expensive.
    • The settlement covers subscribers of YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream.
    • The case involved allegations of antitrust violations that raised subscription prices.
    • Millions of people may qualify for payouts in the deal.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The settlement specifically relates to ESPN-driven price hikes between 2019 and 2026.
    • The settlement also covers AT&T TV Now subscribers.
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