CASBAA, Hong Kong– Alon Shtruzman, CEO of Keshet International (KI) announced the hire of veteran Asian TV Executive Gary Pudney in the newly created position of KI Head of Asia and the opening of a new KI office in Hong Kong. The former Head of Asia Pacific at Sparks Eccho Group will report to Shtruzman and work closely with KI Sales Director for Asia and Latin America, Kelly Wright. Gary Pudney, Head of Asia, Keshet International says, “KI’s drive, ambition and enthusiasm to … [Read more...] about Keshet’s HK office led by Gary Pudney
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Netflix to launch in Hong Kong & Taiwan in early 2016
Los Gatos, Calif - The world's leading Internet television network, announced today it will expand into Hong Kong and Taiwan in early 2016 as it moves to complete its global rollout by the end of 2016. Once launched, Internet users will be able to subscribe to Netflix and instantly watch a curated selection of popular TV shows and movies in high-definition or even Ultra HD 4K on nearly any Internet-connected screen. Additionally, younger viewers will find a wide selection of programming for … [Read more...] about Netflix to launch in Hong Kong & Taiwan in early 2016
now TV wins rights to La Liga
Hong Kong – PCCW Media Limited, which operates Hong Kong’s pay-TV service now TV, has been awarded exclusive rights to broadcast Liga Nacional de Futbol Profesional (“La Liga”) in Hong Kong for the next three football seasons to 2017/18. The Spanish La Liga is one of the best and most popular football leagues in the world, currently featuring some of the world’s top players including Barcelona’s strikers Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr and Luis Suárez, Real … [Read more...] about now TV wins rights to La Liga
People are more concerned about world events now
Hong Kong/London − BBC World News announced the findings of a new global survey into changing attitudes towards international affairs. The global study showed that an average 69% of people are more concerned about world events now than they have ever been before. In Hong Kong, this figure rose slightly to 73%, with more than two thirds (67%) of those polled in the territory agreeing that news stories from other parts of the world are more relevant to them now than ever before. … [Read more...] about People are more concerned about world events now
Strong Hong Kong showing set for Cannes
Hong Kong filmmakers will showcase their latest cinematic projects at Marché du Film, the world’s largest film market, which opened on 13 May and continues through 22 May in France. Marché du Film is part of the concurrent 68th Festival de Cannes (Cannes Film Festival). This year, the Hong Kong Pavilion includes four Hong Kong exhibitors organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), namely, All Rights Entertainment Ltd, China 3D Digital Distribution Company … [Read more...] about Strong Hong Kong showing set for Cannes
Singapore pavilion at FILMART
The Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) will be leading 34 Singapore media companies to the 19th edition of the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART), bringing over 180 hours of film and TV programmes. The Singapore delegation offers content from a wide range of genres – romance, drama, comedy, television documentaries, lifestyle travelogues, to food and cultural programmes, appealing in particular to Asian audiences. These will … [Read more...] about Singapore pavilion at FILMART
