Overview

• NBCUniversal began on-screen notices to YouTube TV customers warning its networks could be removed if a new deal is not reached.
• The current pact ends Sept. 30, putting NBC, Telemundo and cable brands at risk on YouTube TV, including Sunday Night Football and other high-demand programming.
• YouTube argues NBCU wants it to pay more than consumers pay for similar content on Peacock and says it will credit subscribers $10 for prolonged loss of NBCU channels.
• NBCU accuses YouTube TV of seeking preferential terms to dominate the market and notes it has never gone dark in the U.S. during a carriage dispute.
• TelevisaUnivision’s agreement with YouTube TV also expires Sept. 30, with Disney’s renewal up in October, signaling more tough negotiations ahead.