Disney's Carriage Dispute with DirecTV

Disney and DirecTV are currently involved in a carriage dispute that has resulted in the blackout of Disney's networks on DirecTV. This standoff highlights a trend in Disney's approach towards customer relations, which some argue has become less focused on consumer needs. DirecTV is seeking more flexibility in packaging Disney's channels, wanting to create tailored bundles that reflect viewer preferences, while Disney appears to be sticking to a traditional bundling strategy that includes less popular channels. Such disagreements underscore the ongoing tension in the pay-TV industry, where blackout situations commonly arise when negotiations break down.