Hong Kong - CASBAA announced a powerful expansion of its Indian agenda with the addition of three market leaders as members of the Association. The new CASBAA Corporate members are telecoms-to-media services specialist Bharti Airtel, leading news content provider NDTV and media and entertainment giant Star TV India. In line with this market growth, as a regional body with a domestic agenda, CASBAA continues to increase its commitment to India through undertaking conferences, issuing reports and … [Read more...] about CASBAA expands Indian footprint
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ESPN STAR Sports scores with AFC Asian Cup 2011 rights acquisition across its footprint
Singapore - ESPN STAR Sports (ESS) announced the successful acquisition of exclusive pay-TV rights for the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup Qatar 2011, the continent’s top football event, across its footprint covering 24 countries in Asia. Through this deal, managed by World Sport Group (WSG), the AFC’s exclusive marketing and media partner, fans will enjoy a comprehensive and engaging experience on ESPN STAR Sports with the AFC Asian Cup 2011 available live on multiple … [Read more...] about ESPN STAR Sports scores with AFC Asian Cup 2011 rights acquisition across its footprint
CABLE TV to launch Disney Channel and Playhouse Disney Channel
HONG KONG – Hong Kong Cable Television Limited (CABLE TV) and Disney Media Distribution jointly announced that they have entered into a distribution agreement to launch a Disney Channel Pack on CABLE TV. The Disney Channel Pack, comprising the renowned Disney Channel and Playhouse Disney Channel, was launched on 15 July 2010, on Channel 135 and Channel 136 respectively. Disney Channel offers an unparalleled blend of quality Disney entertainment and originally produced programs that kids … [Read more...] about CABLE TV to launch Disney Channel and Playhouse Disney Channel
Food Network whets Asia’s appetites
Channel name: Food Network Asia Ownership in Asia: Scripps Networks Interactive Senior executive for Asia: Greg Moyer, President, Scripps Networks International Hud Woodle, Acting GM, Food Network Asia Greg Ang, Head of Sales Mary Ellen Iwata, VP, Programming Overview: Food Network Asia features premium content from its U.S. counterpart as well as original programming produced for the Asian market. This content – hosted by world– class chefs and culinary experts – makes Food … [Read more...] about Food Network whets Asia’s appetites
Asia – the 1 billion TV set market
I was impressed to see recent industry analyst figures stating that TV set penetration in the Asia Pacific region is set to pass 1 billion in 2011 and that Digital TV homes are forecasted to almost triple by 2015. There is no doubt that Asia offers huge opportunities and challenges across a rich tapestry of emerging, high growth and mature TV markets. Television within the Asia– Pacific region is also changing dramatically, moving away from a one–way analog service to become a … [Read more...] about Asia – the 1 billion TV set market
A wealth of app–ortunity
Edwina Ngao, Vice President, Affiliates Sales and Partnerships, Asia, Fox International Channels FIC currently has three types of digital media deployed in the region. The first, and indeed an industry first in the entertainment space, are National Geographic Applications for Blackberry. Developed locally in Hong Kong, it is currently available in Hong Kong (through PCCW Mobile) and Australia (through Foxtel), and is set to launch in Southeast Asia very soon. Features include basic mobile … [Read more...] about A wealth of app–ortunity