YouTube, Fox Reach Agreement to Keep Fox Channels Available on YouTube TV
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jueves, 28 de agosto de 2025, 9:34 pm ET2 min de lectura
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The agreement comes just in time for the college football season, with Fox set to air a highly anticipated matchup between top-ranked Texas and reigning national champion Ohio State on Saturday. YouTube TV subscribers had risked missing out on this game and other content if a new agreement was not reached by 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday [2].
The dispute between YouTube and Fox centered around the latter's demand for payments that were significantly higher than what comparable providers receive. YouTube argued that these terms were "out of step with the marketplace" and would result in additional costs being passed on to subscribers [3]. Fox, on the other hand, expressed disappointment with Google's proposal, stating that it was "exploiting its outsized influence" [2].
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr also weighed in on the dispute, urging Google to reach a deal and avoid a "terrible outcome" for millions of Americans relying on YouTube TV for news and sports content [2]. Carr's intervention highlighted the broader implications of the carriage dispute, which could have led to a significant disruption in live programming.
This short-term agreement buys time for the parties to continue negotiations and reach a new distribution agreement. While the specifics of the agreement are not yet disclosed, it is clear that both YouTube and Fox are committed to finding a solution that benefits their subscribers and viewers [4].
In the meantime, Fox has launched its own streaming service, Fox One, to provide an alternative for subscribers who may choose to switch to avoid potential disruptions. Fox One costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually [3].
YouTube TV subscribers who may be affected by the ongoing negotiations will be given a $10 credit if Fox content becomes unavailable for an extended period. The base plan for YouTube TV costs $82.99 per month and includes over 100 live channels and unlimited cloud DVR [3].
While the short-term agreement is a welcome relief for now, the broader implications of carriage disputes in the streaming industry remain a concern for both content providers and subscribers. As more consumers shift towards streaming services, the ability to negotiate fair and sustainable agreements will be crucial for maintaining the quality and variety of content available.
References:
[1] https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/telcos-media-tech/youtube-reaches-short-term-extension-fox-prevent-disruption
[2] https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/youtube-tv-subscribers-lose-access-fox-content-including-125040021
[3] https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/27/whats-at-stake-youtube-tv-fox.html
[4] https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5474249-fox-youtube-tv-deal/
YouTube has reached an agreement with Fox to keep Fox News, Fox Sports, and other Fox channels available to YouTube TV subscribers. The agreement prevents disruption to YouTube TV's services, which had been at risk due to a previous dispute between the two companies.
YouTube TV subscribers can breathe a sigh of relief as the streaming service has reached a short-term agreement with Fox to keep Fox News, Fox Sports, and other Fox channels available. This agreement prevents potential disruption to YouTube TV's services, which had been at risk due to a previous dispute between the two companies [1].The agreement comes just in time for the college football season, with Fox set to air a highly anticipated matchup between top-ranked Texas and reigning national champion Ohio State on Saturday. YouTube TV subscribers had risked missing out on this game and other content if a new agreement was not reached by 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday [2].
The dispute between YouTube and Fox centered around the latter's demand for payments that were significantly higher than what comparable providers receive. YouTube argued that these terms were "out of step with the marketplace" and would result in additional costs being passed on to subscribers [3]. Fox, on the other hand, expressed disappointment with Google's proposal, stating that it was "exploiting its outsized influence" [2].
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr also weighed in on the dispute, urging Google to reach a deal and avoid a "terrible outcome" for millions of Americans relying on YouTube TV for news and sports content [2]. Carr's intervention highlighted the broader implications of the carriage dispute, which could have led to a significant disruption in live programming.
This short-term agreement buys time for the parties to continue negotiations and reach a new distribution agreement. While the specifics of the agreement are not yet disclosed, it is clear that both YouTube and Fox are committed to finding a solution that benefits their subscribers and viewers [4].
In the meantime, Fox has launched its own streaming service, Fox One, to provide an alternative for subscribers who may choose to switch to avoid potential disruptions. Fox One costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually [3].
YouTube TV subscribers who may be affected by the ongoing negotiations will be given a $10 credit if Fox content becomes unavailable for an extended period. The base plan for YouTube TV costs $82.99 per month and includes over 100 live channels and unlimited cloud DVR [3].
While the short-term agreement is a welcome relief for now, the broader implications of carriage disputes in the streaming industry remain a concern for both content providers and subscribers. As more consumers shift towards streaming services, the ability to negotiate fair and sustainable agreements will be crucial for maintaining the quality and variety of content available.
References:
[1] https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/telcos-media-tech/youtube-reaches-short-term-extension-fox-prevent-disruption
[2] https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/youtube-tv-subscribers-lose-access-fox-content-including-125040021
[3] https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/27/whats-at-stake-youtube-tv-fox.html
[4] https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5474249-fox-youtube-tv-deal/
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