On November 2, YouTube said on X (the former Twitter) that it will give subscribers a $20 credit if Disney content remains unavailable “for an extended period of time.” Google's pay TV platform added that it continues to negotiate with Disney and that subscribers should receive an email with more details in the coming days.

Google and Disney still haven't reached a deal, but the two sides have shown interest in bring ABC and ESPN back on YouTube TV in the meantime.

While referring to videos posted last week by ESPN hosts urging fans to visit KeepMyNetworks.com and send complaints to YouTube TV, McAfee urged his colleagues not to take their employer’s side.

Following its failed deal with Disney, YouTube TV is handing out $10 monthly credits—but not everyone qualifies, and it’s not automatic.

YouTube TV is reportedly offering some subscribers a $10 monthly credit for six months as compensation for the loss of Disney channels.

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After a year of culture wars, price hikes, and now the fury of sports fans amid the YouTube TV dispute, Disney is in its villain era.

The YouTube TV (Google) vs. ESPN (Disney) standoff is affecting subscribers but is a harbinger for fans as tech giants get involved in rights deals.

The current mess battle between YouTube TV and the Walt Disney Co. provides an opportunity to rethink having paid live television.