Smartphone use in India is quickly becoming the dominant way many of the country’s 900 million mobile phone users stay connected, according to Nielsen’s Indian Smartphone User study. In fact, the country may have as many as 40 million of these devices in use by early this year. The dramatic growth is driven by a desire among users to stay connected and have instant access to social networking sites—a global trend that represents an exponential growth opportunity in developing … [Read more...] about Nielsen: Smartphones keep Indian users connected
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ITV recommissions “Mr Selfridge”
Mr Selfridge season 1 ITV has commissioned Mr Selfridge for another series, following season 1’s strong ratings. According to the broadcaster, since its debut last month, Mr Selfridge has achieved a peak episode audience of 9.4 million viewers, making it the most watched new ITV drama series, by top episode, since Scott and Bailey in May 2011. Mr Selfridge is currently averaging 8.5 million viewers, based on consolidated data. The second series, produced by ITV Studios, will see Jeremy … [Read more...] about ITV recommissions “Mr Selfridge”
700 buyers to attend BBC Worldwide Showcase
Natural History Unit's Africa BBC Worldwide Showcase, an international TV market hosted by BBC, will be welcoming 700 TV buyers from around the world when it opens its doors on February 24 at Liverpool's Convention Centre. This year it will be hosting special events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who and to spotlight the BBC Natural History Unit's highly acclaimed series Africa, which the distributor has already sold to 12 countries including Singapore (Mediacorp), Germany (WDR), … [Read more...] about 700 buyers to attend BBC Worldwide Showcase
ABS-CBN Philippine adapts global TV formats
ABS-CBN Corporation has successfully launched local versions of three global TV formats, Shine International’s MasterChef and Minute to Win It, and Endemol’s Deal or No Deal. Chef Jayps, host Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, Chef Ferns, and Chef Lau of MasterChef Pinoy Edition MasterChef Pinoy Edition premiered in November last year during the channel’s morning timeslot to consistently high ratings, says ABS-CBN. The broadcaster gave the cooking reality show a Filipino flavour by … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN Philippine adapts global TV formats
StarHub reports revenue increase for pay-TV business
Singapore – StarHub Ltd has announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended 31 December 2012. Operating revenue for the quarter rose 7% to S$654.1 million compared to S$612.6 million year-on-year (YoY). The Group’s EBITDA decreased 5% to S$175.9 million for the quarter. On a full year basis, operating revenue increased 5% to S$2,421.6 million while EBITDA was 7% higher at S$719.8 million from S$676.0 million previously. EBITDA margin as a percentage of service … [Read more...] about StarHub reports revenue increase for pay-TV business
Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia
Sydney – The former Director of Marketing for the Seven Network, Melissa Madden, has been appointed to the role of Director of Brands and Marketing at BBC Worldwide Australasia. She will start at BBC Worldwide Australasia in March. In her new role, Madden will be responsible for the effective management of BBC Worldwide Australasia’s marketing department, delivering marketing and brand management services across all business areas, from channels, global brands and consumer … [Read more...] about Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia