Hong Kong – During its Council of Governors Meeting concluding the CASBAA Convention 2014, CASBAA announced the election of Frank Rittman of the Motion Picture Association to its Board of Directors. “CASBAA is looking forward to having Frank Rittman’s vast experience in dealing with IP and regulatory issues across the Asia Pacific region,” said Marcel Fenez, Chairman, CASBAA. “His perspective will inform the Association’s strategy toward these crucial areas in … [Read more...] about CASBAA announces new Board of Director
Christopher Slaughter
CASBAA urges swift uptake of HK Copyright amendments
Hong Kong – CASBAA, the Asia-Pacific Association of the pay-TV industry, has urged the Hong Kong legislature to end a decade of delay and pass amendments to Hong Kong’s copyright law to give content creators and owners the right – at least in theory – to authorise electronic dissemination of their content. At the same time, the Association – with membership including “globally-renowned broadcasters and news organisations with a strong vested interest in … [Read more...] about CASBAA urges swift uptake of HK Copyright amendments
Adopting content ‘Beyond the Box’ at CASBAA 2014
Hong Kong – The second day of the annual CASBAA Convention, 2014, saw speakers across technology, advertising and content industries take a more in-depth look at how to adapt to a future 'Beyond the Box'. As the broadcast industry moves into new forms of content delivery such as digital streaming and over-the-top services, the convention aimed to discuss these changes and how to create new business models that works for today's consumer demands. Whilst there is a need to consider content … [Read more...] about Adopting content ‘Beyond the Box’ at CASBAA 2014
Filipino documentary wins 2014 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for Television
Front Row: Orphaned, a documentary produced and broadcast by GMA Network, has won the 2014 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for Television. The programme highlights the plight of vulnerable children in the Philippines, where approximately 1.8 million children are abandoned or neglected. The Award was established by the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU), CASBAA and UNICEF in 2001. It recognises the efforts of broadcasters and producers in pursuing high quality children’s television and … [Read more...] about Filipino documentary wins 2014 Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for Television
CASBAA Convention 2014
Hong Kong – An impressive line up of heavyweight speakers from the global broadcast industry has been confirmed for this year’s CASBAA Convention 2014 (#casbaacon). Taking place at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong, from October 27 – 30, the convention’s theme this year – Beyond the Box – promises to explore how technology is changing the region’s TV consumption habits. The convention gathers key operators, content providers, satellite services, technology, … [Read more...] about CASBAA Convention 2014
CASBAA Singapore appoints Vice President
Hong Kong – CASBAA has announced the appointment of Mark Lay to the newly created position of Vice-President, CASBAA Singapore. Mark Lay “We are excited to welcome Mark to the CASBAA family and to represent the Association in Singapore,” said CASBAA CEO Christopher Slaughter. “His thorough knowledge and understanding of Asia’s multichannel TV industry and successful track record in senior management will help CASBAA build its membership base and shape its future … [Read more...] about CASBAA Singapore appoints Vice President
