Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a division of Viacom Inc. (VIA, VIAB), announced a collaboration with Youku, the video streaming platform of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA), to develop and produce an original animated series with the working titleLittle Luban. A Memorandum of Understanding for a multi-year content development and distribution partnership between the two companies was signed. Little Luban will feature characters and themes that the production partners believe … [Read more...] about Viacom International Media Networks partners Alibaba Group
tvN movies continues expansion in Indonesia
First Media, the leading TV Cable & Fixed Broadband Cable Internet provider in Indonesia operated by PT Link Net Tbk (LINK), and CJ ENM, Asia’s leading entertainment and merchandising company, have signed a partnership agreement to launch tvN Movies, allowing First Media viewers in Indonesia access to Korean blockbusters from all-time favorites to box office hits featuring the biggest Korean stars. tvN Movies will be available at #343 channel for free preview to all First Media’s Home Cable … [Read more...] about tvN movies continues expansion in Indonesia
Media Ranch and Quebecor Content announce Horsepower 2.0 Candidates
Media Ranch, Founder, President and Executive Producer, Sophie Ferron, announced the 8 chosen candidates (5 women, 3 men) who applied and earned a chance to participate in Horsepower 2.0 the French-Canadian Format incubation project. Over 80 applications were received by Media Ranch and Quebecor Content, who formed a partnership for the initiative. The incubation process will begin in January with six months of intense workshopping with the goal to create eight fresh formats for … [Read more...] about Media Ranch and Quebecor Content announce Horsepower 2.0 Candidates
Award winners and nominees discussed trends in the industry
The final day NAM Zagreb welcomed Frank Spotnitz, a Golden Globe winner for his work on X-Files, Allan Starski, an Oscar winner for his work on Schindler’s List, Billy Campbell, Cardinal lead actor and Emmy nominee and many more. Some of TV industry's key decision makers shared their input on quality content creation. Discussing the role of production in executing an original idea at the panel “Developing your world of atmosphere”, Oscar winner Allan Starski pointed out the impact … [Read more...] about Award winners and nominees discussed trends in the industry
ZEE5 now available on the Huawei App Gallery in international markets
Further expanding its accessibility around the globe, ZEE5 has recently partnered with leading global smart device provider Huawei. The partnership makes ZEE5’s Android App available on the Huawei App Gallery, thereby reaching the platforms 570+ million global monthly active users across international markets. This partnership will reinforce and strengthen ZEE5’s presence not only in the Middle East as one of Huawei’s strongest markets, but also in the other markets as well. Huawei app … [Read more...] about ZEE5 now available on the Huawei App Gallery in international markets
StreamGuys releases SGplayer 3.0
Pioneering SaaS-based streaming and podcast solutions provider StreamGuys announced a significant new version of its SGplayer HTML5-based multimedia player. Enhancements in SGplayer 3.0 include a fully redesigned user interface; greater continuity between desktop and mobile experiences; and additional GDPR and CCPA compliance tools for media enterprises leveraging targeted advertising. Hosted and managed by StreamGuys, SGplayer offers content providers such as broadcasters and … [Read more...] about StreamGuys releases SGplayer 3.0
