"The increase in the number of potential buyers around the world is a great opportunity for producers but in some ways, it is also the biggest challenge. Understanding the creative needs of so many different partners and offering a suitably tailored slate could spread some companies’ teams too thinly. So, choosing which outlets to focus on will be important for both producers and platforms." -Jeremy Mills Chairman, Woodcut Media "The challenges for 2016 actually come from the … [Read more...] about Broadcast Focus, 2016
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Bridging technology
According to We Are Social’s insight on Digital, Social & Mobile in APAC in 2015, 1,436 million of the total population of 4,026 million are active internet users, and 1,088 million are active social media users. No argument here, digital media is most definitely an important part of today’s media landscape. Inspiring global fans with digital lifestyle, innovation and entrepreneurship stories, Tech Storm is fast becoming an international digital destination. Tech Storm’s business model is … [Read more...] about Bridging technology
Genre Update- December 2015
Astro Channels Parent brand: Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad Sub or sibling brands: Astro Ria, Astro Warna, Astro Oasis, Astro Bella, Astro Prima, Astro Ceria, Astro Citra, Astro Mustika HD, Astro Maya HD, Astro Awani, Astro Arena, Astro Tutor TV, Astro TVIQ, Astro Tayangan Hebat, Astro First Eksklusif, Astro Xi Yue HD, Astro AEC, Astro Wah Lai Toi, Astro Zhi Zun HD, Astro Quan Jia HD, Astro Xiao Tai Yang, Astro Shuang Xing, Astro Hua Hee Dai, Astro Vanaavil, Astro Vinmeen HD, Astro Vellithirai, … [Read more...] about Genre Update- December 2015
Asia, treasure trove for OTT players
The burgeoning interest in on-demand streaming video, driven by OTT service offerings such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Instant Video, together with the rapid proliferation of Internetenabled devices, is one of the major market trends at the moment. The broadband internet and myriad connected devices are changing the rulers of the game in TV-content development, production, licensing, delivery and viewing. By 2012, search engine giant Google, which owns the video-hosting YouTube platform, had … [Read more...] about Asia, treasure trove for OTT players
Heads up in the cloud
Cisco has unveiled its new Infinite suite of cloudpowered video solutions; Infinite Video will launch by the end of 2015, and Infinite Home will be available early 2016. The new solutions will offer full-featured linear, on-demand, and cloud DVR video experiences. The Cisco Infinite portfolio will operate across the entire range of delivery models, be it OTT or managed, and whether cable, satellite, wireline or wireless delivery. Being cloudpowered, the new technology allows service … [Read more...] about Heads up in the cloud
Producing opportunities in Asia
Unbeknownst to many, the Asian TV and film industry has been steadily growing and presents a stronger portfolio than ever before. With more Asian titles gaining recognition on a global scale, the market is rising with a palpable force. Taking place recently in October 2015, the first ever WebTVAsia Awards in Kuala Lumpur recognised the top digital creators from 12 Asian countries. The award was attended by 1500 entertainment industry partners, investors, media, celebrities and advertisers. … [Read more...] about Producing opportunities in Asia