Future plc, the global platform for specialist media, announced that Barcroft Studios, the leading factual content business it acquired in December 2019, has now rebranded as Future Studios and revealed two team promotions following a strong period of growth. Al Brown, becomes Vice President of Future Studios and is responsible for overseeing internal development and commissioning and distribution. Al previously oversaw Barcroft’s factual output for Channel 4’s True Stories brand as Executive … [Read more...] about Barcroft Studios rebrands as Future Studios
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LiveU transforms national live basketball coverage in Australia
For the first time, the National Basketball League (NBL) of Australia has succeeded in live streaming every state basketball game, significantly increasing the popularity of NBL1, Australia's professional semi-elite basketball league in a year impacted by the pandemic. This is due to the deployment of LiveU Solo wireless video encoders at arenas across Australia, using LiveU's cloud platform to stream to online video platforms, enabling fans to watch over 900 NBL1 live games, including final … [Read more...] about LiveU transforms national live basketball coverage in Australia
Vuulr and Kanal D International partner to expand distribution of premium Turkish content
Vuulr, the global online content marketplace for film and T.V. rights that connects buyers and distributors worldwide, announced that it has partnered with Kanal D International (KDI), the global business arm of Kanal D, the leading TV channel of Turkey broadcasting under Demirören Media Group, Europe’s leading media organization, creating world-class premium content as one of the top content providers in the world for 26 years. Kanal D International will list 24 titles on the Vuulr platform … [Read more...] about Vuulr and Kanal D International partner to expand distribution of premium Turkish content
iQiyi Original K-series ‘Jirisan’ set for global premiere on 23 October
iQiyi is all set for the global premiere of its newest Original K-series Jirisan on 23 October. The event kicked off with a highlight video of Jirisan, with the sneak preview showcasing the different seasons of Jirisan peak. The K-series follows a team of national park rangers who are responsible for the search and rescue on Jirisan. Experienced ranger (played by Gianna Jun) and rookie ranger (played by Ju Ji-hoon) are set to unravel the secrets of the peak. Present at the global press … [Read more...] about iQiyi Original K-series ‘Jirisan’ set for global premiere on 23 October
ABS-CBN’s top-grossing films to be adapted for the Indian film market
Bollywood is getting its first taste of Philippine cinema. ABS-CBN Film Productions, the Philippines’ leading movie outfit, is forging a deal with India’s Global One Studios for the adaptation of five of its box office hits in one of the world’s largest cinema hubs. The deal, which will involve five movies top-billed by Philippines’ box office stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, marks the first time for Filipino movies to be adapted in India, where its multi-billion-dollar cinema market … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN’s top-grossing films to be adapted for the Indian film market
Disney+ showcases ambitious new content slate from Asia Pacific
At a regional press and partner event, The Walt Disney Company showcased an extensive slate of global, regional and local language content for Disney+, and unveiled over 20 new APAC content titles including 18 Originals. Consumers can look forward to a wide range of original stories by top content creators from the region, in addition to the vast library of branded content from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic and Star. The streaming service is currently available in … [Read more...] about Disney+ showcases ambitious new content slate from Asia Pacific