Tag: Disney Plus

Disney ended fiscal 2025 with strong streaming gains, up 39% in DTC income and record Hulu growth, but its longest-ever blackout with YouTube TV exposed deep structural risks. The standoff underscores a bigger problem: Disney’s streaming momentum can’t offset the…

California has passed a law banning streaming commercials from being louder than the main content, requiring platforms like Netflix and Disney+ to comply by July 2026. The legislation builds on the federal CALM Act and follows a rise in consumer…

Fubo shareholders approved a merger with Hulu Live TV, advancing a deal that gives Disney a 70 percent stake in the combined streaming business. The merger still requires regulatory approval but would create a stronger competitor to YouTube TV. Both…

ESPN launched its flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service and a revamped ESPN App, providing full access to all 12 ESPN networks and services outside the traditional cable bundle for the first time. The Unlimited Plan offers more than 47,000 live events…

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has opened an inquiry into Comcast's NBCUniversal over concerns that its affiliate agreements may undermine the independence of local broadcast stations. Carr cited reports of NBC demanding harsh concessions under threat of ending long-held affiliations, potentially…

ESPN has struck a multi-platform deal to bring The Rich Eisen Show to its radio network and streaming platforms starting September 2. The show will air weekdays on ESPN Radio and stream simultaneously on Disney+ and ESPN+, while also expanding…

Disney and Charter have expanded their 2023 carriage deal, restoring eight previously dropped linear channels to Spectrum TV and adding ad-supported Hulu to Spectrum TV Select at no extra cost. The agreement extends the companies' multiyear partnership and deepens a…

Disney is integrating shoppable storefronts into Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, allowing users to buy products tied directly to the content they're watching. The initiative, built with Shopsense and Gopuff, expands Disney's retail media strategy and aims to enhance ad personalization…

Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed the company has no plans to shut down Hulu, instead aiming to expand it globally and deepen bundling opportunities. This comes amid speculation that Hulu was being sidelined, following its integration into Disney Plus and…

Disney has finalized its acquisition of Hulu, buying Comcast’s remaining 33% stake for $438.7 million, bringing the total valuation to $9.2 billion. This ends a years-long valuation dispute and gives Disney full financial control, allowing deeper integration of Hulu with…