Inmarsat (LSE:ISAT.L) and Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ, TASE: GILT), announced that, in selected regions, fixed VSAT operators can now access a new wholesale, fully-managed, high-speed satellite broadband service, delivered over Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) Ka-band network in partnership with Gilat Satellite Networks. Inmarsat and Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. are offering a fully-managed service designed for Internet Service Providers (ISPs), telcos, network operators and other … [Read more...] about Inmarsat’s new wholesale service
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80th anniversary of NHK’s International Broadcast
Tokyo – 1st June is the 80th anniversary of NHK’s international broadcasting service. The international service, which began with radio broadcasts in 1935, conveys the latest stories from Japan and Asia to the world via television, radio, and the Internet. NHK broadcasted a variety of domestic and international programmes for this 80th anniversary. These programmes will provide a lucid presentation of the work of NHK WORLD to both Japanese and overseas audiences. Radio Japan Focus … [Read more...] about 80th anniversary of NHK’s International Broadcast
Imagine upgrades digital production facility
Hong Kong – Imagine Communications announced it has implemented an end-to-end newsroom solution built around its Nexio® NewsForce™ platform for the Thai News Network (TNN), part of the True Corporation. TNN provides 24-hour rolling news coverage in the Thai language both in Thailand and to international markets. It also broadcasts news and feature programming from CNN. Working with local distributor B.E.C. Co. Ltd. and systems integrator Advanced Broadcast Corporation, Imagine … [Read more...] about Imagine upgrades digital production facility
Piracy of Satellite TV signals busted
Mumbai − In a major breakthrough, Delhi Police, acting on the FIR No. 243/2014 lodged by Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) and after carrying out a detailed initial investigations raided premises in Kalyanpur area of Lucknow on 22 May and found illegal tapping and unauthorised uploading of live-content of all popular Indian Television Channels − viz., ZEE TV, Star Plus, Colors, Sony TV, etc on pirated websites. During the raid, more than two dozen workers were caught … [Read more...] about Piracy of Satellite TV signals busted
Irdeto selected for Genflix
Singapore − Irdeto announced that PT Mega Media Indonesia Group, owner of satellite pay-TV service, Orange TV, has selected Irdeto’s end-to-end Multiscreen services to support the launch of Genflix, Indonesia’s first-ever commercial over-the-top (OTT) content delivery service. Genflix, also under PT Mega Media Indonesia Group, was established in September 2013 as the first OTT service in the country. Genflix offers streaming services for cable TV channels and video-on-demand in … [Read more...] about Irdeto selected for Genflix
Launch of The Media Foundation plan
Beijing, China — In a continued effort to grow the infrastructure and digital television business, China’s Global Broadcasting Media Group (GMG) and Novel-SuperTV (STV) jointly announced the preliminary plan to launch The Media Foundation, which will provide relevant technological, professional and support services to selected broadcasters and operators in countries part of the “Belt and Road” initiative. When implemented, The Media Foundation will assist in accelerating … [Read more...] about Launch of The Media Foundation plan