Hong Kong - MEASAT and JimJam Television Ltd. announced an agreement to use the MEASAT-3 satellite for the distribution of the JimJam channel throughout the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Eastern Africa regions. "Working with MEASAT is an integral part of our distribution strategy for JimJam in Asia and the channel's expansion beyond Europe and the Middle East. MEASAT-3 provides us with the means to maximize distribution across the region," said Wayne Dunsford, general manager of JimJam. … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3 brings JimJam to Asia
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Beyond into another children’s show
Beyond Productions is into production on a new children's television series, based on the best-seller Dorling Kindersley book, Crime Scene Detective. Crime Scene Detective is a children's programme where kids solve real mysteries with a hands-on approach to forensics. The series gives viewers the chance to play along and learn real-life detective skills. Beyond has pre-sold the series to Super RTL, Seven Network Australia and Television Ontario. The same three broadcasters were also onboard for … [Read more...] about Beyond into another children’s show
Launch of GlobeCast’s playout services in Singapore
CASBAA, Hong Kong - GlobeCast announced at CASBAA that its new playout facility at its regional headquarters in Singapore is open for business. Connected to GlobeCast's worldwide satellite and fibre distribution network, the Singapore facility is the latest addition to GlobeCast's London and Sunrise, Florida media management hubs. The launch of playout services in Singapore is the latest in a string of developments in Asia for GlobeCast this year, which announced the opening of its Hong Kong … [Read more...] about Launch of GlobeCast’s playout services in Singapore
Talent search
according to PricewaterhouseCoopers’ (PwC) Global Entertainment and Media Outlook 2008-2012, the overall entertainment and media market in Asia Pacific will see 11.1 percent growth in 2008. The segment experienced 9.4 percent growth in 2007, boosted by double digit growth in internet advertising, casino and regulated gaming, video games, internet access, TV subscriptions and license fees and recorded music. Growth in the number of subscription households boosted TV subscription by 11.7 … [Read more...] about Talent search
Mobile update
Qualcomm Inc.’s consumer survey in Taiwan Participants were given the opportunity to test ‘hands-on’ the latest Mobile TV technology. The survey of 200 existing cell phone users, yielded clear evidence that there is a growing demand for Mobile TV services and revealed some surprising insights into the content consumers want. Respondents were each given a chance to discuss their thoughts on Mobile TV and were questioned on their perceptions of service, content and cost. … [Read more...] about Mobile update
80 percent new content for Fox’s FX
Singapore - Fox International Channels has unveiled programming for the newly revamped FX channel. Formerly more male-skewed, the October 23-launched line-up contains 80 percent new content, including a number of first-runs for the region. Billed as ‘Edgier, Bolder, Sexier', the new line-up includes David Duchovny in Californication, Emmy-award winning Mad Men and The Riches - starring Minnie Driver and Eddie Izzard. Other shows include Family Guy, Saving Grace and Peep Show. Asked about … [Read more...] about 80 percent new content for Fox’s FX
