Disney Sues Sling TV Over One-Day Cable Streaming Passes
Disney sues Sling TV over its one-day cable passes, claiming they violate licensing agreements with its networks.
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Disney Sues Sling TV Over One-Day Cable Streaming Passes Disney sues Sling TV over its one-day cable passes Disney sues Sling TV over its one-day cable passes, marking the latest clash in the streaming wars. The entertainment giant alleges that Sling violated licensing agreements by offering short-term streaming options that included Disney-owned channels like ESPN and Disney Channel. Image : Google What sparked the Disney vs. Sling TV lawsuit? Earlier this month, Dish-owned Sling TV rolled out new one-day, weekend, and weeklong passes starting at just $5. These passes let viewers stream major networks—including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, and Disney Channel—without committing to a monthly subscription. Sling positioned the passes as a flexible option for fans wanting to catch a single sporting event, awards show, or special broadcast without paying for a full cable or live TV package. Disney’s argument against Sling TV According to reports from Deadline and Variety , Disney claims Sling TV’s new passes directly violate their licensing agreement. That deal…