Tokyo Broadcasting System Holdings (TBS HD) announced that as a part of its efforts to drive actions on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and combat climate change, the electricity consumed at the company’s TBS Midoriyama Studio will be 100% renewable for FY2021. This will be accomplished by the utilization of the Japanese Government’s J-credit certificate(*1), and will make TBS Midoriyama Studio one of the largest "100% renewable energy studios" in Japan. The "J-credits" that … [Read more...] about Tokyo Broadcasting System Holdings’ Midoriyama Studio to go fully renewable in FY2021
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Former Disney executive teams up with CAKE and Kickstart Entertainment’s new production company
Leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE and international animation and live-action producer Kickstart Entertainment have announced their new venture CakeStart, a full-service production company that will develop and produce kids’ and family live-action projects for the global market. Former Head of Current/Vice President Original Series at Disney Branded Television, Kory Lunsford will take the helm at CakeStart as President and Partner. Responsible for developing and producing some of … [Read more...] about Former Disney executive teams up with CAKE and Kickstart Entertainment’s new production company
Evergent announces support for AWS for Media and Entertainment initiative to support agile monetization for content providers
Evergent, the market-leading provider of revenue and customer-lifecycle management solutions, today announced its support for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Media & Entertainment initiative to enhance the deployment of its agile monetization solutions. Through the collaboration, Evergent will leverage AWS capabilities and services to improve customer management and monetization solutions on behalf of its Media & Entertainment customers around the globe. Founded in 2007, Evergent … [Read more...] about Evergent announces support for AWS for Media and Entertainment initiative to support agile monetization for content providers
Mezzo Live HD to exclusively launch on K+ in Vietnam
THEMA, a Canal+ Group company in association with VSTV and Mezzo, both member companies of Canal+ group is proud to announce the official launch of Mezzo Live HD on K+ platform in Vietnam, K+ being a brand of the Vietnam Satellite Television (VSTV), the leading national Pay TV platform in Vietnam. As of May 7th, Mezzo Live HD, the worldwide reference for classical music, jazz and dance on television, is airing on K+ platform on channel #95, bringing the best international performances to its … [Read more...] about Mezzo Live HD to exclusively launch on K+ in Vietnam
JW Player acquires VUALTO to strengthen comprehensive video platform success
JW Player, the leading video software and data insights platform, announced it is acquiring VUALTO, a leading provider of live and on-demand video streaming and Digital Rights Management (DRM) solutions. The acquisition deepens JW Player’s already robust offering to global broadcasters and further accelerates its vision to empower customers with independence and control in today’s Digital Video Economy by offering easy-to-use, scalable video technology. This acquisition arrives as the … [Read more...] about JW Player acquires VUALTO to strengthen comprehensive video platform success
ViacomCBS consumer products bolster Asia team with new hires
ViacomCBS Consumer Products (VCP) has added two more appointments to its team in Asia, as it continues to build on its business in the region. Masakazu Soeda has been named Vice President and Head of Licensing for Japan, Southeast Asia and India; and Kim Hyowon joins as Creative Director for Asia. Mark Kingston, Senior Vice President, International Licensing, VCP, said, “We believe that there is a great opportunity for growth of our consumer products business in Asia. We have underscored the … [Read more...] about ViacomCBS consumer products bolster Asia team with new hires