According to Torrentfreak.com, Game of Thrones has the honour of becoming the most pirated TV-show of 2012, with 4,280,000 downloads for a single episode. More than 80% of TV-show piracy occurs outside the U.S. and lacking availability is the top reason why people turn to BitTorrent. Airing delays and HBO’s choice not to make it widely available online are two of the top reasons why so many people pirated Game of Thrones. For instance, downloads for Game of Thrones is particularly popular … [Read more...] about 2012’s most pirated TV shows outside the U.S.
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HBO Asia presents new line up for 2013
Singapore – HBO Asia will unleash a new line up for the new year on HBO (StarHub TV Ch 601) and Cinemax (StarHub TV Ch 611). New series include Boss, starring Kelsey Grammer; Banshee, executive produced by True Blood’s Alan Ball; HBO Latin American series Profugos, and HBO Asia’s first series co-production Serangoon Road starring Joan Chen. HBO Original will be showcasing new programmes such as Behind The Candelabra, starring Michael Douglas and Matt Damon; Mary & Martha, … [Read more...] about HBO Asia presents new line up for 2013
HBO Asia and Eros International to launch two premium TV channels in India
Singapore – HBO Asia and Eros International has made a joint to launch two new premium advertising-free movie channels, HBO DEFINED and HBO HITS, in India. This alliance will provide for the development of both HBO’s existing formats for India as well as the creation of original content for the Indian television market and international distribution. “I’m very excited about building the Eros brand in Premium Pay Television, particularly with an industry leader such … [Read more...] about HBO Asia and Eros International to launch two premium TV channels in India
HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
Singapore – HBO Asia has announced the launch of two new HD channels - HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD, doubling their HD offerings to four. Recently launched in Indonesia, Mongolia and the Philippines with more territories to follow, HBO SIGNATURE HD and HBO FAMILY HD will be available on StarHub in Singapore from Friday, November 30. “With all HBO branded linear channels available in high-definition, subscribers will get to enjoy a cinematic experience on … [Read more...] about HBO Asia launches two new HD channels
Foxtel signs new HBO Deal
Foxtel has signed an output agreement which will provide its customers with exclusive first run HBO content as well as access to the HBO library. The deal gives Foxtel exclusive rights to new HBO series, miniseries, comedy specials and documentaries. HBO original programming includes titles such as the multi-award-winning Boardwalk Empire and Game of Thrones, as well as Girls, True Blood, Treme, Veep and Eastbound & Down. “HBO content will premiere on Foxtel’s premium drama … [Read more...] about Foxtel signs new HBO Deal
HBO CEO Bill Nelson to retire
New York – Bill Nelson has announced that he will step down as CEO of Home Box Office, Inc. (HBO) at the end of the year. Under Nelson's tenure, HBO has enjoyed record revenues and profits, experienced a resurgence in its original programming and expanded its international businesses, resulting in over 100 million subscribers worldwide. Under the new management structure, Eric Kessler will serve as President and COO and Michael Lombardo will serve as President, Programming, and both will … [Read more...] about HBO CEO Bill Nelson to retire