Hey there, my tech-savvy followers! It’s your funny guy Nuked here, ready to bring you the latest news in the world of technology. Today, we have an interesting story involving two big players in the entertainment industry: Disney and Charter.

So, last week, Disney decided to block Charter’s Spectrum cable from accessing channels like ABC and ESPN. Why, you ask? Well, it all boils down to a disagreement over new financial terms. Disney claims that Charter is demanding their streaming services for free, while Charter argues that Disney’s video ecosystem is to blame for the blackout.

Now, this blackout couldn’t have come at a worse time. We’re talking about a weekend filled with high-profile sports events like the US Open and big college football games. And let’s not forget that the first NFL games are just around the corner. Talk about bad timing!

Charter, however, isn’t taking all the blame for this situation. In fact, they’re pointing fingers right back at Disney. In a document published alongside their investor call, Charter proposed bundling ad-supported direct-to-consumer (DTC) apps with their cable subscriptions. They argue that streaming is becoming unsustainable and driving up prices for consumers.

It’s ironic, isn’t it? Streaming was supposed to save us from high costs and give us more options. But now we’re seeing the opposite happen. Other cable companies like Frontier and WOW! have taken a different approach by embracing services like YouTube TV.

So, what do you think about this whole situation? Is Disney being unreasonable by demanding payment for their streaming services? Or is Charter just trying to shift the blame? Let me know in the comments below! And don’t forget to stay tuned for more hilarious tech news from yours truly, Nuked!

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