The video industry plays a critical role in the health and vibrancy of Asian economies, from employing large and skilled work forces, investing in local talent and productions, to entertaining and informing the citizens of our countries during these difficult times. And there is no time more important than now for the industry to work together to further support these countries as its people suffer the brunt of what the pandemic is bringing in its wake. Many initiatives across Asia Pacific … [Read more...] about How the video industry supports Asian economies during COVID-19
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Grabyo helps Network 10 deliver the unique #LoveAustralia Project TV experience to Facebook Live
To create an engaging stay-at-home experience for Australians during COVID-19, Grabyo provided the tools for Network 10, in partnership with Tourism Australia, to deliver a special interactive live broadcast of its special television show, The Love Australia Project, to Facebook Live. The #LoveAustralia Project, celebrating Australia’s culture and beautiful landmarks, was simultaneously broadcast live to Facebook using Grabyo’s cloud video platform. In order to comply with advertising … [Read more...] about Grabyo helps Network 10 deliver the unique #LoveAustralia Project TV experience to Facebook Live
The entertaining game show ‘Home Quiz’ is now represented by Global Agency
Leading independent TV content distributor Global Agency has acquired the international rights of the entertaining game show, Home Quiz. The agency has announced that there is a huge interest in the format and there are ongoing negotiations for the format in several territories because it is ideal for the time of coronavirus. Home Quiz is an exciting game show that reinforces the “stay at home” message, where celebrities compete over a video link from home for cash prizes which will be … [Read more...] about The entertaining game show ‘Home Quiz’ is now represented by Global Agency
Discovery officially launches support in Japan through local partnership with Save the Children
Discovery Japan GK announces that it will enter into a local partnership with Save the Children Japan, an international NGO that advocates for the welfare of children, to officially commence support in Japan. It is aligned with Discovery's global “RISE” (Reducing Inequality and Supporting Empowerment) initiative, which includes emergency support during the COVID-19 crisis. In addition to the three major domestic initiatives of Save the Children Japan, “Prevention of Child Abuse”, “End Child … [Read more...] about Discovery officially launches support in Japan through local partnership with Save the Children
GlobalData: Cancelled sporting events due to COVID-19 boosts esports content and introduces licensing issues
The cancellation of most major sporting events due to COVID-19 has led to uncomfortable negotiations regarding licensing rights. It has also provided an opportunity for esports, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Tammy Parker, the Senior Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “Content rights holders and pay-TV providers must sort out license fee issues due to cancelled sporting events as soon as possible to insulate against customer enmity and defections. Despite cancelled live … [Read more...] about GlobalData: Cancelled sporting events due to COVID-19 boosts esports content and introduces licensing issues
UK SVoD market to grow 100% over next five years, says GlobalData
The UK’s solid growth in subscription video on demand (SVoD) adoption is set to continue over the next five years, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. The total number of SVoD subscriptions is expected to double between 2019 and the end of 2024, rising from 22.4 million to 44.6 million. Total market revenue, exclusive of VAT, is expected to also double from £1.5bn in 2019 to £3bn in 2024. Joel Cooper, Senior Director, Telecoms Market Data and Intelligence at … [Read more...] about UK SVoD market to grow 100% over next five years, says GlobalData
