FRANCE 24 has concluded a new distribution agreement in Asia, launching on HyppTV, a Telekom Malaysia IPTV offering. FRANCE 24, French version, is now available “à-la-carte” for 20 Ringgits per month (6.50 euros) and will be available on channel 128. During a press conference held this morning in Kuala Lumpur, Brice Bertrand, Asia-Pacific Distribution Director commented: “This agreement with Telekom Malaysia, the largest Internet provider in the country, is a … [Read more...] about FRANCE 24 launches in Malaysia
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Ricky Ow promoted to EVP, Networks, Asia for SPT
Singapore – Ricky Ow has been promoted to executive vice president, networks, Asia, for Sony Pictures Television (SPT). In this role, Ow will continue to oversee the networks business across Asia and will expand his oversight by managing SPT’s two Korean joint ventures, AXN Korea and Animax Korea, as well as develop new channel opportunities in the region. Ow will continue to work closely on these businesses with George Chien, senior vice president, networks, Asia, SPT. … [Read more...] about Ricky Ow promoted to EVP, Networks, Asia for SPT
AMC/Sundance Channel Global expands footprint in Asia
Jimbaran, Bali/New York, NY– Ahead of the company’s participation at this week’s Asia Pacific Pay-TV Operators Summit, AMC/Sundance Channel Global announced new distribution deals across Asia and a slew of new programming acquisitions for Sundance Channel and WE tv. As part of AMC Networks commitment to the region, Bruce Tuchman will participate in a panel at the Asia Pacific Pay-TV Operators Summit this week to discuss growth strategies for media companies across the … [Read more...] about AMC/Sundance Channel Global expands footprint in Asia
Cartoon Network HD debuts in Indonesia
Jakarta – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific expanded its channel footprint in Indonesia today with the debut of Cartoon Network HD on national cable platform, First Media. The launch of Cartoon Network HD is part of a regional rollout plan that kicked off in the Philippines in January. The new channel complements Turner’s existing portfolio of news and entertainment channels currently available in Indonesia including CNN, Cartoon Network, Turner Classic Movies, truTV and … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network HD debuts in Indonesia
Mobile the media of choice in Thailand
Bangkok – InMobi, the independent mobile advertising network, has revealed the results of its media consumption research for Thailand. The ad network reported that for mobile web users in Thailand, mobile has surpassed TV and traditional online in terms of time spent. Some of the key research findings revealed that on average mobile web users in Thailand consume 6.6 hours of media daily, 44 percent of Thailand’s mobile web users say the mobile device is their preferred method of … [Read more...] about Mobile the media of choice in Thailand
CTE concludes several deals
Hong Kong – Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE) announced today several first and exclusive content deals for its channels. CTE has secured two multi-year output deals with mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter Bellator Fighting Championships and kickboxing promoter It’s Showtime for KIX. The company also concluded a volume deal with CJ E&M Corporation (CJ E&M) that includes action series and thrilling dramas on a first-run basis for all CTE channels in Asia. Bellator … [Read more...] about CTE concludes several deals