Disney Settles $50 Million Antitrust Lawsuit Over Streaming Price Spikes

The Walt Disney Company has reached a $50 million partial settlement in a class-action antitrust lawsuit. The lawsuit alleged that Disney engaged in anti-competitive practices through carriage agreements, leading to increased prices for streaming services. The deadline for YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream plaintiffs to submit a claim form or exclude themselves from the settlement is September 8, 2026.