London – KidsCo, the JV channel owned by NBC Universal (NBCU), DIC Entertainment and Corus Entertainment, has launched in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV. Originall slated for Mach 20 2008, a source attributed the delay to “technical difficulties”. March 20 saw KidsCo carriage deals with regional operators including Singapore’s SingTel mio TV, the Philippines’ SkyCable and Korea’s HanaTV. KidsCo also signed on Philippines-based Cable Boss as distributor in … [Read more...] about KidsCo adds now TV in Hong Kong
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Regional telcos to bring Apple’s iPhone into Asia
Singapore – SingTel, Bharti Airtel, Globe and Optus have signed an agreement with Apple to bring the iPhone to Singapore, India, the Philippines and Australia respectively, later this year. Further information on the availability will be released at a later date. The iPhone is an Internet-enabled multimedia mobile handset with a multi-touch screen with virtual keyboard and buttons. Its functions include camera phone, portable media player, text messaging and video voicemail, as well as … [Read more...] about Regional telcos to bring Apple’s iPhone into Asia
Discovery Channel to embark on Fight Quest
Discovery Channel to embark on Fight Quest Singapore – Discovery Channel will premiere from June 3, 2008, Fight Quest, a cultural and martial arts series following rookie Doug Anderson and seasoned fighter Jimmy Smith’s trip around the world to learn various forms of hand-to-hand combat. The series follows Anderson and Smith’s learning, under instruction by local martial arts experts, of different martial arts over a few days in each country, before they fight a bout with a … [Read more...] about Discovery Channel to embark on Fight Quest
Starcut cuts NBC Universal deal
New York – Starcut, which has been working with CNBC in Asia since June 2007, has announced a deal with NBC Universal to provide tools and software for building and managing ad-supported mobile internet sites (WAP) for NBC series including “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” “The Biggest Loser,” “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Heroes” and “The Office.” These sites join existing NBC Universal WAP sites developed by Starcut, … [Read more...] about Starcut cuts NBC Universal deal
Irusta joins NBCU as SVP, programming & acquisitions, global networks
London – Martin Irusta has been appointed to the newly created role of senior vice president, programming & acquisitions, global networks, NBC Universal (NBCU). Reporting to Roma Khanna, president, global networks & digital initiatives, NBCU, Irusta is based in London to support NBCU global networks’ strategy of launching and managing local pay-TV channels worldwide. As part of the senior management team, Irusta will work directly with channel managing directors and local programming … [Read more...] about Irusta joins NBCU as SVP, programming & acquisitions, global networks
Guenther Hake heads up Disney Consumer Products Greater China
Shanghai – Guenther Hake has been promoted to senior vice president and managing director, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) and Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (WDSHE), to lead DCP Greater China. Relocating to Shanghai from July 1, 2008, Hake will drive DCP’s licensing business and lead the sales teams for DCP and WDSHE, and develop the Disney brand to create an ‘immersive experience’ for Chinese consumers. He will also build relationships with Disney’s other … [Read more...] about Guenther Hake heads up Disney Consumer Products Greater China