[1] The channels are part of Scripps's strategy to increase perception among cord cutters that do not have traditional pay TV packages.

[4] On June 17, 2024, Scripps quietly announced on Defy's social media platforms that a refreshed version of Ion Plus would return on Defy TV's channel space on July 1, 2024.

ET the same day, nixing its plan to launch under the originally announced Dare name.

The "TV" portion of the original Defy name was removed prior to its immediate relaunch.

[7] The network's schedule is mainly made up of repeats of unscripted shows from the library of A&E Networks (mainly A&E and History channels), including reality programs: Swamp People, American Pickers, Ax Men, Counting Cars, UFO Hunters, Forged in Fire and Pawn Stars.