CNNs new CNNMaxlaunched last week on WBDs Max streaming platform.
WBD also insists the streaming audience skews much younger than linear.
Our partners are aware of and understand our rationale with Max, which is to reach new audiences.
(The current ESPN+ service is not a simulcast of the data pipe.)
DirecTV reps werent immediately available to for comment.
Its not clear if the company plans to escalate the matter.
