Hong Kong - Tens of thousands of consumers of illegal TV services in Asia have lost their connections in recent weeks, as enforcement action against networks operating through illicit streaming devices picks up speed. Asian regional pay-TV association CASBAA applauded recent police actions in Thailand and Malaysia, which resulted in takedowns and arrests of operators of ISD networks. “The criminal syndicates selling ISDs have defrauded many consumers into believing their services were … [Read more...] about Illicit streaming services
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SPI/FILMBOX launched FUNBOX UHD channel in Spain
SPI International has launched FUNBOX UHD on Vodafone TV in Spain. World’s first global TV channel with native Ultra HD content is now available to Vodafone TV viewers. FUNBOX UHD, the global general entertainment channel carries a mix of native Ultra HD documentaries, performing arts programming, extreme adventure / lifestyle content as well as movies and TV series. The channel presents highly acclaimed programs such as cinematic opera La Boheme and The Sea Chef – hosted by two … [Read more...] about SPI/FILMBOX launched FUNBOX UHD channel in Spain
Collaboration with law enforcement agencies
Amsterdam – The Spanish National Police and Europol have publicly announced the successful raid of one of the largest European illegal IPTV streaming businesses. In a collaborative operation with Europol, Eurojust, Spanish specialized computer crimes prosecutors, Premier League and Irdeto, 12 locations were raided in Spain and Bulgaria. Dubbed “Operation Casper,” eight individuals were arrested for the illegal distribution of 1,000 pay TV channels across two Internet Service Providers (ISPs) … [Read more...] about Collaboration with law enforcement agencies
ZooMoo launches with Fetch TV
Locally owned children’s television channel ZooMoo expands its presence in Australia with its launch on IPTV service with Fetch TV. ZooMoo is ‘all animals, all the time’ and offerings include audience favourites such as animated series Dinosaur Train , as well as ZooMoo’s original programming which combines spectacular wildlife footage with a range of charismatic puppets, and animations, to create a unique viewing and learning experience for viewers aged 3 to 7 years. The channel is … [Read more...] about ZooMoo launches with Fetch TV
Ideal Systems partners Exterity
Singapore - Ideal Systems South East Asia announced that it has qualified as an Exterity Stream Force Premier channel Partner. Exterity is a market-leading provider of IP video and digital signage technology that helps organizations to harness the power of video to communicate, educate and entertain. This Premier partner status means that Ideal Systems can now provide, architect and deliver end-to-end Exterity solutions that enable customers to capture TV and video content … [Read more...] about Ideal Systems partners Exterity
Korean IPTV to exceed US$7 billion by 2020
South Korea’s never-ending repertoire of Korean drama never fails to bring multitudes of audiences to their screens. Its pay-TV’s continuous growth in IPTV is flourishing, with an expected exceed revenue of US$7 billion by 2020. Many global dramas are still entering the market, with some being localised. Zenith Media expects the global advertising market to grow by US$77 billion from 2015 to 2018, with Indonesia in fourth place contributing to 5% of this extra advertising … [Read more...] about Korean IPTV to exceed US$7 billion by 2020
