MSG and Optimum strike deal to end carriage dispute
This dispute, running since January 1, has finally ended.
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Optimum subscribers angry top execs get raises amid MSG Networks blackout
“These pay increases are funded at the expense of Altice’s customers …"
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul takes action on MSG Networks-Optimum dispute
"Enough is enough!”
MSG Networks’ arbitration offer to Optimum for short carriage extension refuted as ‘PR stunt’
""We believe it is unfair to charge customers for something they do not watch..."
Nexstar stations restored to Altice’s Optimum packages just ahead of NFL divisional playoff games
This deal will make it easier for Optimum customers to watch local networks through that MVPD during this round of playoff games.
MSG Networks claims Optimum parent walked away from negotiations (Updated)
The shutdown won't do any favors for MSG Networks as bankruptcy looms.
MSG Networks officially go dark on Optimum despite efforts at resolution
A source familiar says MSG Networks offered a reduction in carriage fees, but was rejected.
MSG Networks likely going dark on Optimum TV amid carriage dispute
As per usual, the carriage dispute centers around pricing and tiering.
Altice USA chairman steps back from roles and resigns from board amidst Portugal corruption investigation
"Alexandre Fonseca is looking to fully protect and safeguard the Altice Group’s best interests and all its brands, in an ongoing public process, where allegedly, there are facts under investigation which occurred in the timeframe where he was the CEO of Altice Portugal."
What the Altice/Disney deal means for the other pay TV providers
Expect more pay TV providers to pony up for ESPN.
Altice and Disney reach agreement, prevents blackout of ABC, ESPN networks in New York market
It means New York area viewers will be able to watch the New York Yankees on ESPN this Tuesday without interruption
Optimum releases dramatic attack ad accusing ESPN, Disney of price-gouging
The latest ESPN carriage dispute is getting ugly.
Was ESPN sending a message to Altice in College GameDay’s visit to NYC?
Was there a method to ESPN’s madness to sending College GameDay to New York?
New York area cable viewers could lose ESPN in yet another silly carriage dispute
Another cable blackout is looming this time for ESPN and the Disney networks.