Los Angeles – Media marketplace organiser NATPE has announced that more than 250 companies from 50 countries are confirmed to attend the inaugural NATPE||Budapest content market, formerly known as DISCOP East, taking place June 26 to 28. Close to 250 buyers representing 150 companies are already signed to attend the three day market at Budapest’s Sofitel Chain Bridge Hotel and organisers expect this to increase to more than 300 registered buyers by the event opening. … [Read more...] about NATPE goes to Europe
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Iron Man 3 to be co-produced in China
Shanghai/ Beijing and Los Angeles – The Walt Disney Company China, Marvel Studios and DMG Entertainment have made an arrangement to co-produce Iron Man 3 in China. DMG Entertainment will make an investment in the production of Iron Man 3, manage the Chinese co-production process, and jointly produce the film in China. The Chinese portion of the film’s production will run through DMG Entertainment in coordination with Marvel Studios’ production and creative teams. DMG will also … [Read more...] about Iron Man 3 to be co-produced in China
MediaCorp presents Olympics in Singapore
Singapore – MediaCorp has been appointed as the official Free-to-Air broadcaster for the London 2012 Olympic Games, and will provide extensive free coverage on its multiple platforms including television, radio, newspaper and magazines. The terrestrial TV station will broadcast Singapore's favourite Olympic events and highlights from July 27 to August 12 over its eight TV channels. With at least 21 hours of daily coverage on Channel 5 and HD 5, there will be Olympic sporting … [Read more...] about MediaCorp presents Olympics in Singapore
Discovery expands in the Philippines
Manila – Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) has launched Discovery Kids on SKYCable in the Philippines. In addition, its global lifestyle channel TLC, will now reach a broader subscriber base with its move to SKYCable’s Silver Pack. Rodrigo P. Montinola, chief operating officer, SKYCable, said, “SKYCable takes pride in being one of the first to launch Discovery Kids in the Philippines. We are now the only operator in the country to carry all of the Discovery networks … [Read more...] about Discovery expands in the Philippines
Bloomberg TV brings back Singapore Sessions
Hong Kong – Bloomberg Television is presenting the return of Singapore Sessions on April 18. A special two-part series airing globally on the network, the show features discussions among renowned global business leaders on challenges facing Asia and the world today. Hosted by Bloomberg Television anchor Betty Liu, it is developed in partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board and the Ministry of Manpower. The first session addresses the challenge: "How should companies … [Read more...] about Bloomberg TV brings back Singapore Sessions
FRANCE 24 covers French presidential election
The newly unified newsrooms of FRANCE 24, Monte Carlo Doualiya and RFI will bring viewers LIVE coverage of the French presidential election 2012 from every angle, broadcast across a variety of platforms: television, radio, multimedia. From 7pm to 11pm (Paris time) on April 22 and May 6, FRANCE 24 will broadcast special coverage of the two electoral rounds, allowing the international community to follow all the results, reactions and commentaries. On FRANCE 24, François Picard and Marc … [Read more...] about FRANCE 24 covers French presidential election
