Ericsson has completed the acquisition of Microsoft’s Mediaroom business and TV solution. Together with Ericsson’s existing capability, the acquisition places the firm as the world’s largest, by market share, and brings to Ericsson a skilled team with deep experience in the development and delivery of innovative IPTV services. With a global market share of around 25%, Mediaroom-powered TV services are offered by nearly 60 of the world’s leading operators, delivering … [Read more...] about Ericsson closes acquisition of Microsoft Mediaroom
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BREAKING: Rakuten to acquire global video streaming service Viki
Tokyo and San Francisco – Rakuten, Inc., one of the world’s largest internet services companies, has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire global video streaming platform Viki. The acquisition represents a significant step forward for Rakuten as it continues to add to its digital content offerings and launch its internet services ecosystem into new markets. Viki CEO and co-founder Razmig Hovaghimian said that Viki operates independently and that there … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Rakuten to acquire global video streaming service Viki
Kit Digital emerges from bankruptcy and relaunches as Piksel
NEW YORK, NY – August 29, 2013 marks the first day of operations for Piksel, Inc - an integrated global business dedicated to helping clients maximise reach and return with video. With a new name, new leadership team (Peter Heiland as Piksel’s interim CEO), and a new ethos, Piksel draws upon deep expertise from some of the most accomplished people in online video solutions. Nicknamed ‘televisionaries’ by the company, the Piksel team works with some of the leading media … [Read more...] about Kit Digital emerges from bankruptcy and relaunches as Piksel
Accedo announces full Android support for Sphere®
Stockholm – Accedo, the provider of TV application solutions, today announced official support for Android in its award winning app store platform, Accedo Application Sphere®. The Accedo Application Sphere® provides a professional, carrier grade platform for any application offering on any device. It’s been specifically developed to handle the specific requirements for TV devices, including integrated set-top boxes and Smart TVs. The platform offers unparalleled … [Read more...] about Accedo announces full Android support for Sphere®
ABS-CBN to receive pitches for online content from the public
ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III said on August 30 that the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate is opening its doors to Filipinos who have ideas for online shows and dream of having their concepts produced into new programmes and content material on the internet. ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio 'Gabby' Lopez III at the 7th Internet and Mobile Marketing Summit In his keynote presentation at the 7th Internet and Mobile Marketing Summit titled “Insights About … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN to receive pitches for online content from the public
CCTV and Shixi TV acquire NORDIC WORLD formats
Oslo – Nordic World, the programme-sales alliance established by the Nordic region’s key broadcasters, reports licence deals in China for three of its top-performing formats: Farm Factor, 2 Minutes of Fame, and Hotel Zimmerfrei. The deals, which were brokered by Ann Christin Siljan, director of sales and acquisition, reflect the Nordic distributor’s growing presence across Asia, which is currently experiencing an explosive growth in formats activity. Farm Factor Cwmni Da/Good … [Read more...] about CCTV and Shixi TV acquire NORDIC WORLD formats