LAS VEGAS – 4K Media, the Konami Digital Entertainment subsidiary that manages the Yu-Gi-Oh! brand outside of Asia continues to expand its international inventory of merchandise, with the announcement of new licensing partnerships with Mondadori, Caseable and Cotton Division that will release new product lines introduced throughout the year. Mondadori kicked things off with the launch of the Italian version of “The Yu-Gi-Oh! Official Handbook”, originally published by Scholastic. … [Read more...] about 4K Media expands “Yu-Gi-Oh!” merchandise with new deals
Rooftop Immersive Studio signs VR deal with AMC Europe
AMSTERDAM – Rooftop Immersive Studio has announced a deal with AMC Networks International Southern Europe to aggregate and distribute VR content. This deal is the first step towards consolidating a lasting and dedicated partnership between the two companies. Rooftop Immersive Studio will aggregate VR content on a monthly basis from a wide pallet of genres with a focus on documentaries and factual VR experiences for the brand Odisea/Odisseia. Rooftop Content Group, the … [Read more...] about Rooftop Immersive Studio signs VR deal with AMC Europe
TVU Networks to provide equipment and connectivity throughout Russia for FIFA World Cup
BARCELONA – Global technology and live IP video innovation leader TVU Networks is set to provide rental packages and on-the-ground technical support throughout the FIFA World Cup in all 12 Russian cities that will be hosting matches. Over 150 pieces of TVU Networks equipment and local SIM cards are currently lined up to enable broadcasters to successfully deliver matches and tournament news to consumers across the globe. Solutions hired include the TVU One, which … [Read more...] about TVU Networks to provide equipment and connectivity throughout Russia for FIFA World Cup
Three new documentaries to premiere on HBO
SINGAPORE – Three HBO Original documentaries on the lives of three individuals – two personalities and a woman’s traumatic arrest, are set to premiere on HBO. They include an illuminating documentary that celebrates the last years of singer, songwriter and actor, David Bowie’s life in David Bowie: The Last Five Years; a funny, intimate and heartbreaking portrait of one of the world’s most beloved and inventive actor and comedian, Robin Williams in Robin Williams: Come … [Read more...] about Three new documentaries to premiere on HBO
NOVAEX Group partners with Magic Castles Incorporated
LOS ANGELES – China’s NOVAEX Group and Magic Castles Incorporated (MCI) have partnered to create a technically forward magic experience for Chinese audiences, blending the iconic Hollywood institution The Magic Castle with the rich tradition of magic in China. The announcement was made by MCI founder Milt Larsen and NOVAEX CEO Jeson Zheng. MCI has granted NOVAEX the exclusive license to use the intellectual property of The Magic Castle in themed entertainment projects, including … [Read more...] about NOVAEX Group partners with Magic Castles Incorporated
GoQuest Media Ventures establishes Digital Studios unit
MUMBAI – GoQuest Media Ventures, independent distributor of Indian content, has announced the launch of its latest content division GoQuest Digital Studios. The Studios will develop, produce and distribute high-quality, unscripted programming based on original IP or formats for an energetic and fast-moving audience. With operations in India, South East Asia, Middle East and Africa, the unit will be led by newly appointed Darshan Bhatt, Director of GoQuest Digital … [Read more...] about GoQuest Media Ventures establishes Digital Studios unit