Singapore - Head spinning, death-defying, magical and breath-taking: aspiring stars emerged from all corners of Asia in May as AXN’s producers embarked on their search to discover the next generation of super stars for Asia’s Got Talent. The leading entertainment giant held open auditions in six major cities including Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Bangkok, Taipei and Jakarta. Over 5000 performers attended the auditions for their chance to take the spotlight on the world’s biggest … [Read more...] about AXN discovers mesmerising talent
New Study on quality of video streaming experiences
Singapore – Akamai Technologies, Inc., the world’s largest and most trusted cloud delivery platform, released new research demonstrating how quality of video resolution and playback affects viewers’ engagement with and loyalty to over-the-top (OTT) video streaming services. Conveyed through advanced biometric measurement tools including facial coding and skin conductance, the findings underscore the importance of delivering consistent, high-quality video across any OTT business model. According … [Read more...] about New Study on quality of video streaming experiences
Great Indian Railway Journeys
BBC Two has commissioned Great Indian Railway Journeys, a brand new series from Boundless, part of FremantleMedia UK.This follows the success of Great British Railway Journeys, Great Continental Railway Journeys and Great American Railroad Journeys, all presented by Michael Portillo. With a century-old Bradshaw’s Handbook of Indian, Foreign and Colonial Travel tucked under his arm, Michael will embark on a brand new railway adventure through a land of majestic mountains, scorching desert and … [Read more...] about Great Indian Railway Journeys
Brilliant Chinese is a Ratings’ Hit
Shanghai, China & U.K.- LU Wei, vice-president of Canxing - Star China announced the great ratings of its new original talent show Brilliant Chinese-Path to Glory. For the past two weeks, over 120 Million people have watched episodes 5 and 6 of the series, earning a 4.2% market share and this week officially ranked #1 across China. The show airs in primetime on CCTV-1 Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm CST. On its way to be the next major global Format hit, Brilliant Chinese – Path To Glory, is … [Read more...] about Brilliant Chinese is a Ratings’ Hit
Gordon Ramsay Keynote at MIPCOM
Paris – Award-winning chef and TV host Gordon Ramsay and National Geographic’s Global Networks CEO Courteney Monroe are the first two keynote speakers announced for MIPCOM 2017. The global entertainment content market, MIPCOM takes place in Cannes, France from 16-19 October 2017. Gordon Ramsay , the world’s most famous chef and television personality celebrates 25 years in the industry this MIPCOM. 2017 sees Studio Ramsay, represented by all3media international, producing the new “F Word” and … [Read more...] about Gordon Ramsay Keynote at MIPCOM
Turner A-Pac invests in POPS Worldwide
Hong Kong - Turner Asia Pacific has announced an investment in POPS Worldwide (POPS) which sees Turner take a significant minority stake in the leading Vietnamese digital media and creator network. This investment represents an opportunity for Turner to participate in the rapid growth of one of Asia’s most successful digital entertainment companies, reaching new audiences and further extending its existing partnership with POPS. Turner’s Boomerang brand launched in Vietnam in April 2016 on … [Read more...] about Turner A-Pac invests in POPS Worldwide