“Playboy TV’s distribution via mobile in the region has worked successfully in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Korea and Japan with erotic content, and the Playboy TV Channel streaming as a 24/7 channel on the mobile platforms,” explains Lanny Huang, general manager, Playboy TV Asia and Japan. “For example in Hong Kong,” she says, “the same pay-TV channel has been shown on Hutchison 3G for more than three years as the exact same feed on PCCW Now TV. Playboy TV is … [Read more...] about Playboy pushes all the right buttons
Channel: Distribution
Labour exchange
Based upon public perception, some broadcasters would appear to have weathered the last year better than others. Some have had their restructuring played out very publically, others have been more covert in their non-replacement of staff, while others claim, and some seemingly rightly so, that operational leanness has seen them through this, and previous downturns. The biggest story of the past few months, and the worst kept secret given that TVAplus reported it back in January 2009, was the … [Read more...] about Labour exchange
SPENA’s E! trip
At a socialite-studded occasion in Singapore, Comcast International Media Group (CIMG) and Sony Pictures Entertainment Networks Asia (SPENA) celebrated the latter’s appointment as regional ad sales rep for E! Entertainment Television in South East Asia, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. Christine Fellowes, managing director, Asia Pacific, CIMG said, “Having reached a milestone in growth and distribution, the next logical step for E! is partnering with a regional ad sales group. Asian … [Read more...] about SPENA’s E! trip
Newly-expressed interest delays ProtoStar auction
The 14 October 2009 auction-date of ProtoStar 1 became the deadline for bidders to express preliminary interest. At press time, bids were due 23 October, with the auction rescheduled for 29 October. Industry sources say interest has been such that the ProtoStar 1 satellite could sell for at least double its original estimated price, and the auction of ProtoStar 2 could also be delayed. Auction was organized after Bermuda-based ProtoStar filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July 2009. July … [Read more...] about Newly-expressed interest delays ProtoStar auction
How was your market?
Amidst the air-kissing affectation of events along Cannes’ La Croisette, a couple of things stand out in my MIPCOM memories for 2009. Attending AETN International’s party to celebrate its distribution, as well as international format and short form rights, of the film ‘The People Speak’, were co-directors Chris Moore and Dr Anthony Arnove. Dr Howard Zinn’s ‘A People’s History of the United States’ was the original inspiration for ‘The People … [Read more...] about How was your market?
Endemol partners with Seven Network in Australia for Jerry Seinfeld’s The Marriage Ref
London - Endemol announced it has secured more international deals for Jerry Seinfeld's The Marriage Ref. Leading Australian broadcaster Seven Network has commissioned a major prime time run of the show, which will be locally produced by Southern Star Entertainment. Seven has also acquired the NBC version of The Marriage Ref from Endemol Worldwide Distribution. The deal follows the announcement that Abu Dhabi Media Company has bought both the format and the NBC series. The Marriage Ref will … [Read more...] about Endemol partners with Seven Network in Australia for Jerry Seinfeld’s The Marriage Ref