Max’s expansion in Asia marks a significant move in the global streaming market, reinforcing its availability in 69 countries. Since its launch in the U.S. in May 2023, followed by Latin America and the Caribbean in February, and Europe in May 2024, Max now strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia, covering Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Competing with Local Giants in Asia With its arrival in Asia, Max demonstrates a keen adaptation … [Read more...] about Max Expands its Presence in Asia
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BBC Studios announces global sales of Big Cats 24/7 ahead of MIPCOM 2024
Ahead of Mipcom later this month, BBC Studios has confirmed its first global sales for Big Cats 24/7 from its world-renowned Natural History Unit. Co-produced by PBS in the US who are also on board for Series 2, Big Cats 24/7 has sold to bilibili, iQiyi, Tencent, Youku and linear channel CCTV World Geography (China), YLE (Finland), France Televisions (France), Sky Deutschland (Germany), Movistar Plus+ (Spain). Big Cats 24/7 will also be available on the BBC Earth channel in: Albania, … [Read more...] about BBC Studios announces global sales of Big Cats 24/7 ahead of MIPCOM 2024
WildBrain inks new content distribution deals in China
WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, is growing the profile of its beloved brands Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake and Caillou in China with a varied slate of content distribution deals in the region. As part of the expanding presence of the Teletubbies in the Chinese market, Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po were invited to perform on China’s national broadcaster CCTV’s International Children’s Day gala on June 1. Broadcast nationwide, the gala celebrated childhood … [Read more...] about WildBrain inks new content distribution deals in China
Video Industry Sees Optimism Amidst Rationalisation, the Continued Importance of Asian Content and AI Everywhere
The Asia Video Summit, the marquee conference for the video industry, kicked off in Hong Kong this year from 13 – 14 March, as part of the HK Entertainment Expo. The Summit opened with an overview on the state of video in Asia, and how scale had redefined the industry. Vivek Couto, Executive Director, Media Partners Asia, shared that the ecosystem had changed, and a new pecking order was in place, with the global digital giants dominating video action in APAC, with a total video and screen … [Read more...] about Video Industry Sees Optimism Amidst Rationalisation, the Continued Importance of Asian Content and AI Everywhere
The Future of Thai Content Shines Brightly with Thai Soft Power Enabling it to Travel the World
Over 150 industry leaders gathered in Bangkok for the Asia Video Industry Association’s (AVIA) Thailand in View conference, for a day of discussions centered around the State of Video in Thailand, the Supremacy of Content and Boosting Advertising Revenue, before closing off with a keynote address on the Big Picture. There was much optimism on the future of video and content, with many speakers agreeing that it was indeed Thailand’s time on the world stage. In his welcome address, Sompan … [Read more...] about The Future of Thai Content Shines Brightly with Thai Soft Power Enabling it to Travel the World
Asia’s media & entertainment industry returned in full force at ATF 2023
The 24th edition of Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF), Asia’s global and leading entertainment content market and conference, closed its doors for 2023 on an exceptional note this December 8, with a congregation of 4,511 trade professionals, including 911 buyers from 55 countries and regions, reflecting the industry’s continued confidence in the annual Asian event. Yeow Hui Leng, Group Project Director of ATF said, "Despite industry uncertainties, Asia remains an important region. The … [Read more...] about Asia’s media & entertainment industry returned in full force at ATF 2023
