Manila – ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation has promoted Charo Santos-Concio as president, effective from March 1, 2008. She is the fifth president of the company. Santos-Concio was formerly head of Channel 2 where she handled full business responsibilities of the channel including sales, marketing and production, and has delivered “remarkable” business results for the past two years. Charo joined ABS-CBN as consultant since 1987 and has held positions including senior vice … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN promotes Charos Santos-Concio as president
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VeeV Interactive to launch IPTV services in Singapore and Asia
Singapore – The Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) has issued the first Niche Subscription TV Licence to VeeV Interactive Pte Ltd, a wholly-owed subsidiary of Sky Media Pte Ltd for the roll out of a commercial IPTV service focusing on educational content. VeeV is looking to establish its research and development centre in Singapore to expand its digital media business into the region. The licence allows VeeV to offer programmes including scheduled and on-demand TV services, … [Read more...] about VeeV Interactive to launch IPTV services in Singapore and Asia
Asia and Europe say hello to Hello Kitty in 3D
Hong Kong – Sanrio Digital, a JV between Typhoon Games (HK) Ltd and Sanrio Co Ltd, has announced sales of 3D CGI animation series The Adventures of Hello Kitty & Friends. The 52-episode series is the first Sanrio Digital series made in Hong Kong and is also the first to be made completely with advanced CGI technology that presents Hello Kitty and all other characters in new 3D digital bodies. Co-produced by Sanrio Digital and Dream Cortex, The Adventures of Hello Kitty & Friends is being … [Read more...] about Asia and Europe say hello to Hello Kitty in 3D
SPTI ups Kalle to SVP, int’l networks, Chien expands role
Culver City, California – Sony Pictures Television International's (SPTI) international networks group has promoted Superna Kalle to senior vice president to oversee its TV networks business in India. George Chien, vice president, international networks, expands his role to lead SPTI's international networks business in Southeast Asia and Japan, while working with Kalle on the Indian channels. Both are based at SPTI’s global headquarters in Culver City, California, and report to Andy … [Read more...] about SPTI ups Kalle to SVP, int’l networks, Chien expands role
Galleon, Guangdong TV Sports Channel and Chelsea team for Super Soccer Star
London - Galleon Holdings plc, intellectual property owner and developer, inked an exclusive co-prod deal with Guangdong TV Sports Channel and Football Association Premier League (FAPL) club, Chelsea Football Club, for multi-platform reality soccer talent search show Super Soccer Star. The show is going into production and will air on Guangdong TV Sports Channel in April 2008. The multi-platform programme will generate revenue from sponsorship, advertising, mobile participation, live events, … [Read more...] about Galleon, Guangdong TV Sports Channel and Chelsea team for Super Soccer Star
Virgin Mobile partners with Tata for India launch
Mumbai – Monday March 3 saw a rise in Tata Teleservices Maharashtra shares following latest news regarding the Virgin Mobile brand’s India launch in association with the company. Both parties say this is not a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) deal – since such status is not permitted in India. Instead, this ‘brand extension plan’ will see Tata sell some services under the Virgin brand. Revenues will be shared, and both parties reportedly retain the right to … [Read more...] about Virgin Mobile partners with Tata for India launch