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Disney Looking to Launch Free Streaming Channels as CEO Josh D’Amaro Doubles Down on the Streaming Biz

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Disney is considering launching free streaming channels supported by advertising, Variety reports, with newly named CEO Josh D'Amaro confirming the plan during the company's quarterly earnings call. The move is designed to expand Disney's presence in the streaming advertising space and supports D'Amaro's focus on streaming as a core pillar of future growth. This positions Disney among the growing number of media companies betting on ad-supported streaming as a business model.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/disney-free-streaming-ch...

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