Washington- National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) will launch the Nat Geo Adventure channel in more than 40 countries worldwide including Italy, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Australia, Israel, Africa and the Middle East on May 1. Nat Geo Adventure programmes focus on the signature themes of National Geographic of adventure and exploration, which appeal to the younger audience. The channel aims to balance localized content with overarching story lines … [Read more...] about Nat Geo Adventure to debut in 40 countries from May
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POP Networks and Gapit Communications to help deliver Vietnam Idol
Ho Chi Minh- Mobile media services company i-POP Networks and Vietnamese mobile content provider Gapit Communications have been appointed by FremantleMedia, Vietnam Advertising Company (VAC) and Ho Chi Minh Television (HTV), as exclusive mobile service provider for the inaugural Vietnam Idol debuting this summer. According to FremantleMedia, the Idol franchise has generated more than 2 billion votes across 50 countries. Local versions have aired in more than 35 territories. Vietnam Idol is … [Read more...] about POP Networks and Gapit Communications to help deliver Vietnam Idol
US- Korea free trade agreement under fire
Seoul - Cable companies and some content providers fear the newly signed US-Korea free trade agreement will result in a deluge of U.S. investment in the cable sector and warn that U.S. programming will be more costly and command more screen time. The Korean Cable TV Association slammed the U.S.’s demand to open the market as “cultural imperialism,” which would result in massive U.S. investment that would swallow the cable TV industry. Under South Korean law, foreigners cannot … [Read more...] about US- Korea free trade agreement under fire
BBC Worldwide plans production co-venture in India
London- BBC Worldwide has flagged that it’s looking to form a production partnership in India, similar to its alliance in Australia with the Freehand Group to develop new formats. BBC Worldwide Director of Content and Production, Wayne Garvie, said, “Local productions and formats are key to our growth plans. With BBC Worldwide’s vast programme offering, there are fantastic opportunities to extend this to local versioning, not just with our entertainment formats but also with … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide plans production co-venture in India
Nine Chinese digital TV channels cautioned
Beijing- Chinese authorities have warned nine digital pay TV channels they face fines or closure unless they cease broadcasting commercials, films and dramas in violation of their permit conditions.The Tourism Channel, run by Guangdong Southern Media Group (GSMG), had failed to meet the minimum 90% requirement for its program content and had aired advertisements in breach of its license, according to the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (SARFT)."This practice … [Read more...] about Nine Chinese digital TV channels cautioned
Hurray! for Beijing TV Media
Beijing- Chinese mobile music distributor Hurray! has signed an exclusive agreement with Beijing TV Media to create interactive services for the broadcaster's channels and TV programs. Beijing TV is one of top five TV networks in China, operating one national channel and twelve local channels, reaching 250 million viewers. QD Wang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Hurray!, said, "This event is a breakthrough for us in developing new distribution channels and gaining … [Read more...] about Hurray! for Beijing TV Media
