"Google-owned YouTube TV says that "Fox is asking for payments that are far higher than what partners with comparable content offerings receive," while Fox claims that "Google is attempting to use its market power to pressure FOX to agree to unfavorable and one-sided terms, prioritizing their own interests over a fair agreement for its customer." Channels at risk include Fox News, Fox Business, Fox Sports, and the Big Ten Network."
"Other than navigating the shrinking reach and influence of traditional cable TV, another complication for a new deal could be Fox's just-launched Fox One direct-to-consumer streaming package, which currently includes access for pay TV subscribers at no additional charge to them over their existing bill. It's unclear how that might affect the negotiations, or outbursts from Trump and other politicians if Fox News is unavailable to YouTube TV's subscribers, which analyst MoffettNathanson recently estimated at 9.4 million."
YouTube TV and Fox warned their carriage contract could expire on August 27 at 5PM ET, potentially removing Fox channels from YouTube TV. YouTube TV says Fox demands payments far higher than those paid to comparable partners. Fox claims Google is using its market power to force unfair, one-sided terms that favor Google’s interests. Channels at risk include Fox News, Fox Business, Fox Sports, and the Big Ten Network; local Fox broadcasts could deprive viewers of NFL games. Fox One, a new direct-to-consumer streaming package available to pay TV subscribers at no extra charge, complicates negotiations. YouTube TV says it will credit members $10 if Fox content is unavailable for an extended period.
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