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The disparity in size and market influence is stark. Google’s parent company, Alphabet, boasts a valuation of around $3.5 trillion, dwarfing Disney’s approximately $200 billion market cap. This power imbalance complicates negotiations, with Google seemingly willing to risk losing revenue rather than acquiesce to Disney's seemingly exorbitant demands.
Interestingly, there are indications that Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet, may be directly involved, signaling how seriously Google views this dispute. YouTube's approach appears to be a strategic move to push back against traditional media conglomerates seeking to hold onto legacy channels and revenue streams.