Tokyo – The New Media Group (TNMG) has unveiled World On-Demand Television (WODTv), its first IPTV initiative for the Japanese market. WODTv will focus on offering channels and content for young urban Japanese audiences. The service is expected to add in-depth presentation and information on the content to frame the offering. To be available on WODTv is Trace Tv, a channel for Japanese urbanites in their 20s interested in hip-hop along with Fox Channel, The Soundtrack Channel, B4U Music, … [Read more...] about TNMG unveils WODTv IPTV service for Japan
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ABS-CBN promotes Charos Santos-Concio as president
Manila – ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation has promoted Charo Santos-Concio as president, effective from March 1, 2008. She is the fifth president of the company. Santos-Concio was formerly head of Channel 2 where she handled full business responsibilities of the channel including sales, marketing and production, and has delivered “remarkable” business results for the past two years. Santos-Concio joined ABS-CBN as consultant since 1987 and has held positions including senior … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN promotes Charos Santos-Concio as president
Asia and Europe say Hello to Kitty in 3D
Hong Kong – Sanrio Digital, a JV between Typhoon Games (HK) Ltd and Sanrio Co Ltd, has announced sales of 3D CGI animation series The Adventures of Hello Kitty & Friends. The 52-episode series is the first Sanrio Digital series made in Hong Kong and is also the first to be made completely with advanced CGI technology that presents Hello Kitty and all other characters in new 3D digital bodies. Co-produced by Sanrio Digital and Dream Cortex, The Adventures of Hello Kitty & Friends is being … [Read more...] about Asia and Europe say Hello to Kitty in 3D
Disney-ABC Int’l TV and Korea’s EBS seal deal for Playhouse Disney preschool series
Seoul - Disney-ABC International Television, the Walt Disney Company’s international TV distribution arm, has inked an inaugural agreement with Korea’s terrestrial kids channel, Educational Broadcasting System (EBS), to air Playhouse Disney animated series for preschoolers. Under the deal, Disney preschool animation shows including Playhouse Disney's new My Friends Tigger & Pooh will debut on EBS in March 2008, while Little Einsteins, and Handy Manny will be broadcast a later date. … [Read more...] about Disney-ABC Int’l TV and Korea’s EBS seal deal for Playhouse Disney preschool series
Multi-platform distribution and revenue diversification ‘crucial’ for broadcasters in 2008
London/Sydney - The coming 12 months will see the broadcast sector addressing new business models for distribution and advertising in a bid to retain and attract new audiences. This is one of the key conclusions drawn in ‘2008 Trends to Watch: Media and broadcasting technology’ a report from independent market analyst Datamonitor. The report says the transforming communications and entertainment sector is creating a challenging new environment for traditional broadcasters. In order … [Read more...] about Multi-platform distribution and revenue diversification ‘crucial’ for broadcasters in 2008
Game on for EA in Asia
Singapore – Electronic Arts (EA) marked the relocation of its Asia Pacific regional headquarters to Singapore with a launch party at the Swissotel Helipad on March 6, 2008. Regional media and celebrities were in attendance alongside EA's top executives and producers flown in from the company’s studios and offices across North America and Europe. On the choice of relocating to Singapore, Chris Thompson, vice president and general manager, EA Asia, said, "Singapore is already an Asian … [Read more...] about Game on for EA in Asia