BBC Sites (consisting of all BBC sites visited by APAC audience) have been named the #1 international news website in APAC for the fourth straight quarter in 2020, posting a substantial year-on-year organic growth of 41% in unique visitors in November 2020 across the region. BBC Sites was also named the #1 international news website in Hong Kong seeing a 19% growth year-on-year in unique visitors in November. Overall, the BBC saw more growth in APAC than anywhere else in the world with a … [Read more...] about Comscore ranks BBC as the #1 international news website in APAC
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VOOT launches interactivity for Colors fiction shows
Viacom18’s advertising-led digital arm VOOT has been at the forefront of creating the most diverse interactivity and engagement experiences for its users. With many categories of first concepts, the leading OTT player has unleashed the power of fandom and bridged the gap between the fans and artists. With 14 Million players engaging on the platform over the last year on immersive experiences like Fantasy League, Play-Along, Live Voting, Quizzes & Polls and Call for Entries, the interactivity … [Read more...] about VOOT launches interactivity for Colors fiction shows
nxtedition remotely brings to life the UK celebration of Australia Day 2021
Production automation specialists nxtedition worked with Talbot Productions and Broadcast Solutions to create a virtual, streamed gala evening for the UK’s celebration of Australia Day 2021. The event, streamed live to invited guests, included music, special messages from famous Australians living in the UK and even a wine tasting. The Australia Day Foundation, which raises funds to provide financial help for Australians to further their education in the UK, holds an annual gala, on Australia … [Read more...] about nxtedition remotely brings to life the UK celebration of Australia Day 2021
Flame bids farewell to its founder John Caldon
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of inspirational John Caldon, Chairman and CEO of Flame Media (parent company to Flame Distribution). A prominent TV industry leader, John passed away on Tuesday 16th of February following an 11 month courageous battle with cancer at the age of 73. British born, and a proud Yorkshire man with a big heart, he was based in Australia for many years with his life and business partner Lyndey Milan, (Creative Director of Flame Media, and an … [Read more...] about Flame bids farewell to its founder John Caldon
Discovery, Inc. names Selina Govan as Director of Corporate Communications for APAC region
Discovery, Inc., the global leader in real life entertainment, announced that Selina Govan has been promoted to Director, Corporate Communications, APAC. She previously oversaw Corporate Communications for the company’s Australia and New Zealand business. Govan is based out of Sydney, Australia, and will report directly to Simon Robinson, President and Chief Transformation Officer, APAC, at Discovery, Inc. “Selina has been central to Discovery’s communications strategy in her region since … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. names Selina Govan as Director of Corporate Communications for APAC region
Astro is offering its customers a free preview of its biggest movie hits from 11 to 21 February
In appreciation of its recent win at the Putra Brand Awards 2020, Astro is pleased to extend free preview of selected movie channels on TV and Astro GO* to all Astro customers from 11 to 21 February 2021. Astro customers will be able to enjoy endless entertainment of the biggest blockbuster movies on HBO (CH411 HD/CH431), FOX Movies (CH413 HD/CH433), FOX Action Movies HD (CH415), FOX Family Movies HD (CH414), CINEMAX (CH412 HD/CH432) and tvN Movies HD (CH416). These include popular Hollywood … [Read more...] about Astro is offering its customers a free preview of its biggest movie hits from 11 to 21 February