As over-the-top (OTT) platforms and services proliferate, the streaming market has reached a tipping point. There is no mistaking that the appetite for streaming video is only getting stronger, but the sheer extent of choice is now threatening to overwhelm consumers who are already feeling the strain to keep up, and keep track. This signals a growing need for a unified approach to providing consumers with the content that they are looking for, at the best value and with minimum friction. … [Read more...] about Brandwith brings the power of leading global brands to Streaming Bundles in Asia Pacific
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CAKE partners with Invida on ‘The Lost Bots’
Leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE has announced its partnership with award-winning Slovenian production and animation studio Invida, on brand new CG buddy comedy series The Lost Bots. Developed by Invida, The Lost Bots will be produced together with CAKE Productions. The 3D animated series will be produced with a hyperreal look, powered by cutting-edge Unreal Engine Technology. 78x7 minute non-dialogue episodes are planned. The Lost Bots tells the story of the comically misguided … [Read more...] about CAKE partners with Invida on ‘The Lost Bots’
Warner Bros. Discovery announces leadership for Japan and Australia and New Zealand
Warner Bros. Discovery announced its leadership for Japan and Australia & New Zealand [ANZ], reporting into James Gibbons, President & Managing Director, Japan & ANZ, Warner Bros. Discovery. Masami Takahashi is appointed Country Manager, Head of Studios, Japan, based in Tokyo. He will continue to oversee all theatrical activity, local production, content licensing, games and consumer products. Glen Kyne is appointed Head of Networks, Japan and Australia & New … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Discovery announces leadership for Japan and Australia and New Zealand
3D animation children’s program ‘Hello Kitty: Super Style’ secures first pre-sales
Hello Kitty: Super Style, an original 3D animated children’s program based on Sanrio’s iconic Hello Kitty franchise has secured its first presales following a raft of deals secured by producers Watch Next, Monello and Maga Animation Studio and distributor Kids First. The 52 x 11-minute 3D animated show is commissioned and co-developed with Amazon Kids+. It has been picked up by Canal+ and M6 in France in an agreement signed by Monello and Watch Next, while Maga Animation Studio … [Read more...] about 3D animation children’s program ‘Hello Kitty: Super Style’ secures first pre-sales
All3Media International announces sales for Projector Pictures and Clapperboard Studios’ ‘The Holiday’
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has announced a raft of sales for Projector Pictures’ and Clapperboard Studios’ thriller The Holiday, with broadcasters across three continents set to air the adaptation of T.M. Logan’s bestselling novel. These deals follow the four-part series ratings-winning launch in the UK, where it currently ranks as one of Channel 5’s top 10 programmes since February 2016. Jill Halfpenny (The Drowning) and Owen … [Read more...] about All3Media International announces sales for Projector Pictures and Clapperboard Studios’ ‘The Holiday’
Brightcove appoints David Beck as Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Office
Brightcove Inc., the leading intelligent video streaming, monetization, and communications platform, announced a key executive hire. David Beck will join Brightcove as its first Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer, leading strategy, business development, and corporate development for the Company. Working closely with recently appointed CEO, Marc DeBevoise, Beck will be focused on developing strategies that enhance current offerings and create opportunities to expand Brightcove’s … [Read more...] about Brightcove appoints David Beck as Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Office