Hong Kong – Hong Kong Customs’ successful raids on suppliers of a pirate TV box service should serve as a warning to all potential consumers of unauthorised TV services, said Asia’s pay-TV association, CASBAA. “Buying a dodgy TV box is a bad deal for consumers,” said CASBAA’s Chief Policy Officer John Medeiros. “The content is being illegally supplied and the signal is subject to interruption at any time.” Frequently, artful sales … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Customs conducts black box raid
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The 25th Golden Melody Awards presents first Global Music Festival
This year’s 25th Golden Melody Awards presents the first Global Music Festival. With the aim of bringing the iconic Awards to the international level, a series of musical events will be held to show to the world the leading spot occupied by the Golden Melody Awards on the Chinese pop music map. Music producers, singers and influential giants of the domestic and international music industries will be brought in one place. The events also serve as a platform for business meetings, … [Read more...] about The 25th Golden Melody Awards presents first Global Music Festival
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios officially opens
Nusajaya, Johor – Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios (PIMS), the largest independent integrated studio facility in South East Asia, officially opened on June 14 by Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territory of Johor Darul Ta’zim. Located in Iskandar Malaysia, in the state of Johor, the RM550 million state-of-the art facilities is set to position Johor as the regional hub for film and television … [Read more...] about Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios officially opens
Toggle launches new version with a brand new look and new features
Singapore – Toggle launched a brand new look and user experience to enhance content discoverability and navigation on June 24. With more than 20,000 on-demand titles and 30 channels to offer, Toggle V2 now gives users the ability to discover more content with innovative features that allow quick access to their programmes, add programmes to a favourite list for quick access or easily share them with their friends and family on social media. The new vibrant and colourful Feature … [Read more...] about Toggle launches new version with a brand new look and new features
MediaCorp selects Applicaster for Toggle Now
MediaCorp introduces Toggle Now TV companion application, with new design and exciting interactive and social features, developed by Applicaster. The application was successfully launched in time for one of the biggest television events in Singapore, the Star Awards 20. MediaCorp is Singapore’s largest broadcaster and one of the region’s most renowned broadcasters. Working on the new Toggle Now with Applicaster, MediaCorp’s main goal is to engage viewers via an interactive and … [Read more...] about MediaCorp selects Applicaster for Toggle Now
Screen Australia invest in six short films
Screen Australia announced on June 20 production investment of AU$446,000 in six short films through its Short Animation and Shorts Completion programmes. Screen Australia’s Head of Production, Sally Caplan, said, “Out of many applications, we are delighted to have been able to support these six projects. The filmmakers are all talented teams from diverse backgrounds, and the projects are an eclectic mix with distinctive stories. We are very much looking forward to seeing the … [Read more...] about Screen Australia invest in six short films