CNN announced on 14 July the appointment of award-winning journalist Selina Wang as an international correspondent based in Asia. Wang will report on key stories from the Asia-Pacific region for CNN’s television and digital platforms. “I am delighted to welcome Selina to CNN as we continue to strengthen our commitment to Asia,” said Ellana Lee, Senior Vice President and Managing Editor, Asia Pacific, and Global Head of Features. “The Asia story has never been so critical and Selina’s deep … [Read more...] about CNN International announces Selina Wang as new Asia-based correspondent
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The Singapore High Court has blocked dozens of illicit streaming sites
The Singapore High Court ordered Singapore internet service providers to block the access to 17 sites associated with piracy streaming, and 41 domains that are linked to illicit streaming device (ISD) applications. The ruling comes as networks including BBC Studios, Discovery, the Premiere League, La Liga, and TVB sought an order from the Singapore High Court on 19 June. According to a press release from the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA), “piracy streaming websites and illicit … [Read more...] about The Singapore High Court has blocked dozens of illicit streaming sites
5 reasons why AXN’s ‘Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector’ needs to be on your watchlist
Binge-watched a ton of shows during the Circuit Breaker and on the hunt for a new show? Here are five reasons why AXN’s Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector needs to be on your watchlist. The crime drama series is based on the novel The Bone Collector by Jeffrey Deaver and will premiere on 21 July 2020 on AXN, with episodes available every Tuesday at 9:45 p.m. 1. You’re obsessed with a murder mysteries and crime dramas You’ve got a taste for the macabre and have seen more crime … [Read more...] about 5 reasons why AXN’s ‘Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector’ needs to be on your watchlist
Synamedia appoints Deepak Bhatia as General Manager, India
Synamedia recently announced that it has appointed Deepak Bhatia as General Manager and Head of Sales, India. Deepak will drive Synamedia’s business in India with responsibility for the company’s sales and pre-sales teams. Deepak joins Synamedia following 13 years at Technicolor, most recently as Vice President and Business Head of Sales in South Asia with responsibility for sales, marketing and operations. Prior to this, Deepak worked at Bharti Enterprises for over 10 years as General … [Read more...] about Synamedia appoints Deepak Bhatia as General Manager, India
A+E Global Content Sales releases summer catalogue featuring high profile first-run projects and returning hits
Highlighting a vast breadth of first-run original content and proven ratings hits from its domestic channels A&E, History, and Lifetime, as well as from its international channels, A+E Networks® revealed its June 2020 Global Content Sales catalogue. Presented by Steve MacDonald, President of Global Content Licensing and International, the catalog features 380 new hours of programming across multiple genres, speaking to the company’s continued success remaining open for business during a … [Read more...] about A+E Global Content Sales releases summer catalogue featuring high profile first-run projects and returning hits
John Casey appointed President and Managing director of CNBC International
CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, today announced John Casey has been appointed President & Managing Director, CNBC International, effective immediately. In this role, he will oversee CNBC International’s business operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and continue to be based in London. He will report to Satpal Brainch, President of CNBC Business News Worldwide and join CNBC’s executive leadership team. He replaces KC Sullivan, who is moving to NBCUniversal … [Read more...] about John Casey appointed President and Managing director of CNBC International