Singapore - Preventive monitoring company Pixelmetrix received the Engineering Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) for its DVStation Transport Stream Analysis products. The award was presented Jan 8 at the 59th Annual Technology Hotel, Las Vegas. The award defines the automated compliance testing to the multi-channel transport stream standards as defined by the DVB and ATSC. The DVStations are deployed to monitor MPEG transport streams and measure parameters against standardized conformance … [Read more...] about Pixelmetrix scoops Singapore’s first Emmy
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Motorola to acquire Soundbuzz
Singapore - Mobile handset manufacturer Motorola will acquire Soundbuzz Pte Ltd, a privately held pan-Asian music provider to enhance music delivery capabilities in Asia. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The deal, subject to customary conditions, is expected to close in Q1 2008. Motorola, through its MOTOMUSIC service, has delivered mobile music to consumers for over two years through its carrier customers in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The acquisition of Soundbuzz will allow … [Read more...] about Motorola to acquire Soundbuzz
ESPN STAR Sports to offer mobile cricket content from India’s tour of Australia
Singapore - ESPN STAR Sports (ESS) has acquired mobile rights to the Indian cricket team's ongoing tour of Australia which features 4 test matches, 15 ODIs and a Twenty20 International from Cricket Australia, to be exclusively available on mobileESPN and STAR Sports Mobile. It is the first time that a "comprehensive range" of mobile content from cricket played in Australia will be available on mobile in India. mobileESPN and STAR Sports Mobile will provide video clips, wallpapers, animations as … [Read more...] about ESPN STAR Sports to offer mobile cricket content from India’s tour of Australia
Broadcast Australia goes for Hostworks
Broadcast Australia, provider of terrestrial broadcast transmission services, will acquire all shares in Hostworks Group Ltd, a provider of managed services for online media and entertainment companies. The acquisition will provide Broadcast Australia with a new platform to connect customers to content owners and expand its service offering. It also allows Hostworks to build its capacity and services capabilities as well as access the international contacts available through Broadcast Australia … [Read more...] about Broadcast Australia goes for Hostworks
Peter Iacono joins ITV as President and MD of ITV Worldwide
ITV plc has appointed Peter Iacono as President and Managing Director of ITV Worldwide, which includes ITV's international exploitation and ventures divisions. ITV Worldwide is part of ITV's Global Content Division, led by Managing Director Dawn Airey. Iacono oversees the growth of ITV Global Content's worldwide sales, distribution, merchandising, publishing and licensing arm ITV Worldwide including Granada International and Granada Ventures. He will also work with the respective heads of each … [Read more...] about Peter Iacono joins ITV as President and MD of ITV Worldwide
Discovery HD to debut in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV
Hong Kong – Discovery Networks Asia will launch Discovery HD on PCCW’s now TV IPTV service in Hong Kong from Jan 31. The high definition network’s debut in Hong Kong extends the service to 15 international markets including South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Canada, Germany, Austria, Ireland, UK, Poland, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. Offering exclusive programs from Discovery's library of HD content from 29 television brands, Discovery HD provides independently … [Read more...] about Discovery HD to debut in Hong Kong on PCCW’s now TV