News channel, euronews, together with FFL Paris, has made a renewal of its brand. From 20:00 CET on 4 June, euronews revealed a new logo, a new signature, a new look, a new identity for the programmes, a new website and a new marketing campaign of unedited communication. The principle of the new platform is to highlight the relevance of the euronews model and demonstrate that prioritising facts over perspectives is a virtue at a time when society is experiencing increasing media corruption. … [Read more...] about euronews, everything is changing
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PCCW deal, new applications for Accedo Broadband
Hong Kong – Following Accedo Broadband’s deal with PCCW’s now TV in Hong Kong the company is expanding its portfolio of interactive and on demand applications for IPTV and online consumer electronics. Gamers on the now Game channel can access a wide selection of casual games from Accedo’s Funspot range. The selection is being constantly updated based on interest and demand from now TV users. PCCW’s now TV service is one of the world’s leading IPTV services … [Read more...] about PCCW deal, new applications for Accedo Broadband
Music Matters ends on high note
Hong Kong – The third annual Music Matters Asia-Pacific forum at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong concluded June 5 on a high note, following some heated comments that telecommunication firms are making huge profits at the expense of musical artists and record companies. “The problems and solutions with the mobile music industry lie right here in Asia,” said Warner Music Asia CEO Lachie Rutherford. “They do not lie in the West. Asia has the most successful mobile music market … [Read more...] about Music Matters ends on high note
Post-mortem called for anti-piracy pooch
Hong Kong / Kuala Lumpur – Manny, the Labrador who was part of a sniffer dog duo belonging to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA) passed away on Saturday, May 31 approximately 2p.m. local time. Manny was donated to the MDTCA’s anti-piracy canine (K-9) unit, alongside another Labrador Paddy, by the Motion Picture Association (MPA) in March this year. Four MDTCA officers from the K-9 unit were traveling with the dogs at the time. The dogs were in Johor for … [Read more...] about Post-mortem called for anti-piracy pooch
Newly-created STAR post for Sumantra Dutta
Hong Kong/Dubai - Sumantra Dutta (Sumo) has been appointed STAR’s country head, Middle East, Africa and Pakistan. In this newly created Dubai-based position, from July 1 Dutta will be responsible for spearheading STAR’s business in those three markets and will report to Laureen Ong, chief operating officer STAR. Dutta rejoins STAR from News Outdoor India, where he served as the company’s MD. Prior to that, he was CEO of STAR India’s Radio Joint Venture, Radio City. Before … [Read more...] about Newly-created STAR post for Sumantra Dutta
Kahng joins ABS
Hong Kong - Asia Broadcast Satellite (ABS) has announced the appointment of Arlene Kahng as general counsel. She assumes responsibility for all legal matters associated with developing and operating satellite-based businesses. Prior to joining ABS, Kahng was associate general counsel with Intelsat Corporation and for PanAmSat since 1997. During her tenure at PamAmSat, she was responsible for the company’s legal affairs from negotiation and management of the company’s customer … [Read more...] about Kahng joins ABS