Vietnam – BBC Worldwide kicked off the year with the launch of BBC Knowledge on the cable platform branded "HTVC" operated by HTV- TMS, a pay-TV entity owned by Ho Chi Minh Television, the second biggest state television station in Vietnam.The channel was officially launched on January 13, 2014 at a press event in Ho Chi Minh City. “We are extremely pleased to launch BBC Knowledge in Vietnam. This deal reflects our ongoing commitment to the region - delivering to our … [Read more...] about BBC Knowledge launches in Vietnam
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​Infinite Studios officially opens in Singapore
Business space solutions provider Ascendas and joint-venture partner Citramas Nusaterra announced the official opening of Infinite Studios at Mediapolis@one-north, a digital media city located in southwest Singapore. The 24,078-square metre development in Mediapolis brings under one roof a mix of local and international companies providing a full suite of digital media services — from production, post-production to transmission — to support large-scale television, film and animation … [Read more...] about ​Infinite Studios officially opens in Singapore
Sony Six to telecast 2014 FIFA World Cup and U-17 World Cup
India – Times of India reports that Multi Screen Media India’s channel Sony Six has secured exclusive broadcast rights for major international football tournaments including this year's FIFA World Cup and U-17 World Cup to be hosted by India in 2017. "We are extremely happy to build on our partnership with FIFA. It has been our constant endeavour to bring high quality sports content to our viewers. Considering the rise of youth … [Read more...] about Sony Six to telecast 2014 FIFA World Cup and U-17 World Cup
Thailand’s “FIFA World Cup Final” broadcast faces copyright issues
Thailand – The Nation reports that RS International Broadcasting and Sport Management (RS) had secured the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) World Cup Final broadcasting rights before the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC)'s "must have" rule advises that all 64 matches of this year's FIFA World Cup Final must be aired on free TV came into effect in 2012. The Administrative Court may … [Read more...] about Thailand’s “FIFA World Cup Final” broadcast faces copyright issues
StarHub to launch Singapore’s first Chinese Enrichment Channel
Singapore – Come January 17, StarHub will launch Singapore’s first dedicated TV channel to offer Chinese enrichment programmes for Primary One to Six students. Rediffusion TV, an On Demand channel, aims to boost Primary School students’ Chinese language proficiency through a week-by-week assessment that closely follows the Primary School syllabus. The syllabus on Rediffusion TV is curated and updated regularly by its educational … [Read more...] about StarHub to launch Singapore’s first Chinese Enrichment Channel
Metan launches HOLLYWOOD channel on Tudou
Los Angeles, California – In response to growth in demand by Chinese audiences for Western celebrity and content spanning films, TV and online, Metan Development Group (Metan) announced the launch of HOLLYWOOD, the first channel in China dedicated to the world of entertainment, on the premier video sharing site Tudou. Launching this January to Tudou's 400 million users, HOLLYWOOD channel will create a bridge between the Hollywood creative community and China, … [Read more...] about Metan launches HOLLYWOOD channel on Tudou