– Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with iQIYI, a market leading online entertainment service in China. Under the partnership, Astro has the exclusive rights to deliver iQIYI content on TV, On Demand and OTT in Malaysia including the world’s first iQIYI branded channel comprising iQIYI’s extensive slate of original content from drama to variety shows and movies. Astro will also take the lead in customer acquisition, marketing and media … [Read more...] about Astro partners with iQIYI
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Netflix acquires global rights for Astro’s first Hong Kong Original Mini Series
Astro announced that Netflix has acquired the worldwide rights for its first Hong Kong original drama series, Demon’s Path. The 13-episode drama series will be available to Netflix subscribers worldwide (except in China) from 22 December 2018. Celestial Movies Channel had earlier picked up the rights for Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines. It is also available on BOO, Astro’s Asian Horror Channel in Malaysia and the Philippines. Demon’s Path was … [Read more...] about Netflix acquires global rights for Astro’s first Hong Kong Original Mini Series
Astro introduces new UEFA football league channel
Astro introduces a new channel for UEFA football leagues with live matches, replays and other related content on beIN SPORTS MAX (CH841) and on Astro GO. The channel is available to all Sports Pack subscribers at no additional cost. Dedicated to all the exciting action from UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League, beIN SPORTS MAX offers you unparalleled access to the greatest European clubs and megastars of football as they gather to battle for supremacy. From LIVE games galore … [Read more...] about Astro introduces new UEFA football league channel
High Court orders Internet service providers to block access to ISDs
The High Court ordered Singapore’s internet service providers to block access to popular illegal applications that are frequently sold pre-loaded on android TV boxes, which are also known as illicit streaming devices (ISDs). These apps . They are preloaded on TV boxes which are overtly sold in retail outlets such as Sim Lim Square, IT exhibitions and on popular e-markets. The application and illicit streaming device (ISD) ecosystem is impacting all businesses involved in the production and … [Read more...] about High Court orders Internet service providers to block access to ISDs
Astro launches first 4K UHD broadcast in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR – Astro has achieved a historic milestone with the launch of Malaysia’s first live 4K UHD broadcast. The media company showcased live Premier League games, of Liverpool vs West Ham and Arsenal vs Man City in the country’s first 4K UHD broadcast for football fans at its partner food and beverage outlet Souled Out. Football fans can check out the list of participating outlets showing Astro’s 4K UHD here. The list is expected to grow over the next few weeks and F&B … [Read more...] about Astro launches first 4K UHD broadcast in Malaysia
Astro partners with SmartStudy
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian content and consumer company Astro has signed a strategic partnership with SmartStudy, a Seoul-based global entertainment company, for its hit animated characters including Pinkfong and Baby Shark, over multiple fronts from merchandising to character licensing and signature events in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. Astro enjoys a strong kids and parents fan base through original shows, and Pinkfong will join its list of wonderful characters such as Didi … [Read more...] about Astro partners with SmartStudy
