You might want to read the DMCA.
A tube owner, registered proplery with the copyright office, should enjoy protection under Safe Harbour.
A tube owner, then respecting DMCA laws, would respond properly to all DMCA take down requests. If the content provider DMCAs the tube, and the affiliate program can prove they actually do have the required rights, then there are penalties for filing false DMCA take down notices.
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