SINGAPORE – NBCUniversal International Networks has launched DreamWorks, the 24-hour HD channel dedicated to kids and family entertainment, on Medianet, the largest pay TV broadcaster in the Maldives. DreamWorks will be available in English, and the channel will be offered in high definition as part of the kids and family package on Medianet (Channel 838). The channel is carried exclusively on Medianet's pay TV platform in conjunction with its 13th Anniversary. In … [Read more...] about DreamWorks launches on Medianet in the Maldives
Netflix launches new K-drama “Life”
SEOUL – Netflix has licensed Life, a new Korean original drama written by Lee Su-yeon and directed by Hong Jong-chan and Lim Hyun-wook. Netflix will release Life in Asia-Pacific markets (excluding Japan) and English speaking regions (excluding US). The first four episodes premiered on August 4 at 12AM PST. Episodes 5 and 6 will stream on the same day as the Korean broadcast on August 6 and 7 at 9:30AM PST followed by a regular weekly schedule. All other territories … [Read more...] about Netflix launches new K-drama “Life”
Nippon TV establishes AX Entertainment, creates first eSports team
TOKYO – Nippon Television Network Corporation (Nippon TV), Japan’s leading commercial broadcaster network and production powerhouse, has established AX Entertainment, a new eSports subsidiary company that will create its first eSports team AXIZ, a multi-gaming team comprised of professional gamers from various genres. The first competition will be card games where the team will participate in RAGE Shadowverse Pro League, a professional online card game battleground. In … [Read more...] about Nippon TV establishes AX Entertainment, creates first eSports team
August edition of CNN’s “Talk Asia” features Mahathir Mohamad
HONG KONG – At 93, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is the world’s oldest leader. Dubbed the father of modern Malaysia, he is the country’s longest serving prime minister, serving his first term for 22 years from 1981 to 2003. In May, he made a stunning return to political power, coming out of retirement to save his corruption plagued country. It forced the first change of government since Malaysia’s independence from British rule more than 60 years ago. This … [Read more...] about August edition of CNN’s “Talk Asia” features Mahathir Mohamad
“MindPalace” enters the Venice International Film Festival’s VR competition
LUDWIGSBURG – With its world premiere, MindPalace will be the first virtual reality short film of Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg to be shown in a competition of the Venice International Film Festival. The film created by Animationsinstitut students Carl Krause, Dominik Stockhausen, Nikolai Maderthoner and Malte Stehr, will be presented in the selection of the Venice Virtual Reality competition of the 75th edition of the Biennale Cinema. "The MindPalace project is a … [Read more...] about “MindPalace” enters the Venice International Film Festival’s VR competition
Reuters puts utility at heart of latest news app
HONG KONG – Reuters, the world’s largest international multimedia news provider, has unveiled a personalised news app designed to help business professionals make better decisions. The new Reuters news app – currently available on iOS devices – has been built to provide users with an indispensable ‘news utility.’ The design puts an emphasis on topic-based feeds, providing fast, accurate and relevant information that will quickly inform business professionals’ judgement … [Read more...] about Reuters puts utility at heart of latest news app