News of the firm’s ambitions in South Korea was revealed in May, with sources confirming Netflix was recruiting local language experts to provide localisation for the Netflix experience. Netflix, which launched in Japan last month will now make its foray in Korea in January 2016 according to a report in The Korea Times. The newspaper said the company is looking to form strategic partnerships with Korean mobile carriers and leading terrestrial broadcasters. The three largest … [Read more...] about Netflix in South Korea
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Twitter Strengthens Leadership in Indonesia
Singapore - Twitter strengthens its commitment in Indonesia with the appointment of Business Head, Roy Simangunsong. Since the office opening in March 2015, Twitter has had successful initiatives in Indonesia: from launching Peta Jakarta with Jakarta City government, Ramadhan campaign that resulted in 20% of the global conversation originating from Indonesia, to “Nyalakan Indonesia” Independence Day campaign that resulted in more than 440,000 Tweets using #RI70. “Indonesia is … [Read more...] about Twitter Strengthens Leadership in Indonesia
Nevision and About join forces
London - Independent producer Nevision announces that it is expanding its international business, taking a majority stake in boutique financing and distribution company About Premium Content (APC), which has offices in Paris and London. The deal will give Nevision a strengthened presence in Europe and will bring increased support and funding access to APC, which will continue to be run by joint CEOs and founders Emmanuelle Guilbart and Laurent Boissel. James Cabourne, Executive Chairman of … [Read more...] about Nevision and About join forces
Mr. Bean heads to Buckingham Palace
Singapotre – British comedy icon Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson) headed to Buckingham Palace to celebrate 25 years of success and new animated Mr. Bean episodes airing on Boomerang, this September. Commuters and tourists alike were witness to a unique and rare display of live comedy from the funny man as he rode down The Mall in London, on the roof of his ever reliable lime green car, to celebrate in extra-special fashion. Racing down the world-famous road, weaving in and out of St James’s … [Read more...] about Mr. Bean heads to Buckingham Palace
Scripps Networks UK & EMEA expands HD offering
London – Scripps Networks UK & EMEA, a division of the world’s leading producer of engaging lifestyle content, announces that as part of their pan-regional deal with Liberty Global, Food Network has launched in HD in the Czech language on UPC Czech Republic, the largest provider of pay TV services in the country. Food Network HD, the global food, entertainment and lifestyle brand, will be available this September as part of the digital basic package. Viewers tuning … [Read more...] about Scripps Networks UK & EMEA expands HD offering
Full Nomination – StarHub TVB Awards 2015
Singapore – TVB fans can start voting for their favourite artistes, characters, dramas and more, as the StarHub TVB Awards 2015 kicks off a six week-long voting campaign today, with the release of its full list of nominations. The sixth edition of this prestigious Awards Presentation will be held at the Marina Bay Sands (MBS) on 24 October 2015. In celebration of Singapore’s Jubilee year, a special commemorative award—Star of the Stars—will be presented to … [Read more...] about Full Nomination – StarHub TVB Awards 2015