Charter redraws battle lines during dispute with Disney
Charter says it wants Disney to offer free access to ad-supported streaming services as part of deal for its channels.
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Charter to update shareholders after ABC, ESPN pulled from Spectrum TV
The situation involves fees, as well as Charter’s desire to have Disney’s sports channels moved out of a new, low-cost TV package.
Networks, streamers band together to oppose FCC changes
The Preserve Viewer Choice Coalition pits major broadcast network owners against local affiliate groups in the fight over the streaming television industry’s future.
Disney evaluating traditional TV business, CEO says
Disney CEO Bob Iger says the company may offload ABC, ESPN and other parts of its traditional TV business.
NBA Draft on ABC, ESPN sets viewership record
The 2023 NBA Draft telecast on ABC and ESPN grabbed nearly 5 million combined viewers, not including streaming.
Disney finishes laying off 7,000 workers, more planned
The company laid off more than 3 percent of its global workforce between March and May, mostly in its entertainment and media divisions.
Disney TV channels hit by cord-cutting, still profitable
The company saw its linear business bring in 7 percent less revenue during Q2 2023, but still posted a profit of $1.828 billion.
ABC debuts “General Hospital” free streaming channel
“General Hospital Spotlight” offer reruns of the classic ABC soap opera in celebration of the show’s 60th broadcast anniversary.
Disney drops Sinclair-owned ABC affiliates from Hulu
Hulu has been forced to pull dozens of local ABC affiliates owned by the Sinclair from its live television package.
Sling will add some ABC stations, roll out additional price hike
Sling TV will add live feeds of eight ABC-owned stations to its streaming service in March.
