GatesAir (“GatesAir”), a global leader in wireless, over-the-air content delivery solutions for radio and TV broadcasters, announced that Thomson Broadcast completed its acquisition of GatesAir from an affiliate of The Gores Group (“Gores”). “The acquisition of GatesAir is an excellent and significant step for Thomson Broadcast to further reinforce its worldwide leadership in the fast-evolving world of broadcast technology,” said Ylias Akbaraly, Chairman of Thomson Broadcast. … [Read more...] about Thomson Broadcast becomes global leader as it acquires GatesAir
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Carlyle to acquire LiveU to further accelerate global growth
LiveU, the leader in live video streaming and remote production solutions, announced that global investment firm Carlyle has acquired the Company from Francisco Partners, a global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology businesses. Details of the transaction, which is subject to regulatory approvals, are not being disclosed. Founded in 2006, LiveU is the pioneer of a bonded cellular technology-based live video transmission platform, offered to major live broadcast news … [Read more...] about Carlyle to acquire LiveU to further accelerate global growth
Malaysians get wacky with Bomanbridge
Singapore – Bomanbridge Media, announced that it closed a deal with Malaysia’s Media Prima for Japanizi, the hilarious, family-themed Format from Small World IFT, and the international game show series, Splatalot by Marble Media from Canada. “Bomanbridge is well known in Asia for family-friendly, fun shows. We are thrilled to introduce Media Prima to the shiny crazy programme, Japanizi which will keep families coming back for more! Additionally, Media Prima’s … [Read more...] about Malaysians get wacky with Bomanbridge
Ten Sports acquires rights for Capital One Cup and Sky Bet Football League
New Delhi – South Asia’s sports broadcaster Ten Sports Network has strengthened its football portfolio with the acquisition of two English football properties in the Capital One Cup and the Sky Bet Football League from sports media rights agency, MP & Silva. Both events kick off this weekend, and the additions bolsters its already stellar line up of football content, which includes the UEFA Champions League & Europa League, Copa Del Rey, French League among others. The … [Read more...] about Ten Sports acquires rights for Capital One Cup and Sky Bet Football League
Telstra to acquire Ooyala
Telstra announced on August 12 it will acquire Silicon Valley-based company Ooyala. The US$270 million investment increases Telstra’s ownership in Ooyala from 23 percent (fully diluted) to 98 percent and is in addition to the US$61 million previously invested in Ooyala over the past two years. This transaction is subject to customary closing conditions including the receipt of U.S. regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed in the next 60 days. Telstra Chief … [Read more...] about Telstra to acquire Ooyala
Foxtel acquires content from FremantleMedia International
London – FremantleMedia International (FMI) announced on August 6 a colossal distribution deal with Foxtel Australia. The multi-genre package deal will see Foxtel acquire over 450 hours of FMI content for its Bio, History, CI, Lifestyle and Arena channels. From FMI’s world-class catalogue, Foxtel has acquired a mix of factual content, including the first two seasons of the Ovation Studios production, The Art Of (26 x 30’), which explores creative art forms that fall outside the … [Read more...] about Foxtel acquires content from FremantleMedia International
