In a significant reshaping of the global media landscape, the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) has announced the election of its Executive Committee for the 2024-2026 term, comprising a diverse and experienced group of leaders from some of the world’s most significant broadcasting organisations. The newly elected members are set to steer the AIB through a period of rapid change and challenges in international broadcasting. Members from across the AIB voted, with a 71% turnout, … [Read more...] about AIB members elect new Executive Committee
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Taicca present Taiwan Pavilion at FILMART to foster international sales of Taiwan TV & Film content
The Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART), acclaimed as Asia's premier event for the film and television industry, will run from March 11 to 14. This year, Taiwan's trio of spotlight projects — the series "Hello Marriage, Goodbye Love," the movie "Haunted For Rent," and the TV series "Love On a Shoestring," spearheaded by TAICCA. At the Taiwan Pavilion, 92 companies are presenting a total of 250 projects, providing a rich landscape for buyers and executives to explore. This … [Read more...] about Taicca present Taiwan Pavilion at FILMART to foster international sales of Taiwan TV & Film content
Fremantle Scores Multiple Deals with Asia’s Biggest Broadcasters for Leading Documentaries & Dramas
Fremantle has unveiled its latest raft of deals across Asia for a selection of its flagship docu and drama series. With a spotlight on star-studded shows in the natural history, documentary, and drama genres, the content powerhouse successfully closed key sales deals across Asia’s premiere pan-regional and territory broadcasters. The year opened with key sales in the blue-chip nature documentary category, which continues to shine across diverse territories and languages. The centrepiece is a … [Read more...] about Fremantle Scores Multiple Deals with Asia’s Biggest Broadcasters for Leading Documentaries & Dramas
Mediacorp’s meWatch Mobile App Picks up TechStorm Originals for the Young Urban Audience
TechStorm has inked yet another brand new distribution partner in Singapore with the national broadcaster’s Mediacorp’s meWatch mobile app. As part of this exciting new partnership, meWatch will stream TechStorm’s original productions, made-for-mobile series curated for Singapore’s young urban audience. “This is a perfect start for Singapore audience on Mediacorp’s meWatch streaming and mobile app to enjoy a fresh new original content slate, exclusively from TechStorm and specially curated by … [Read more...] about Mediacorp’s meWatch Mobile App Picks up TechStorm Originals for the Young Urban Audience
Fremantle acquires majority stake acquisition in Beach House Pictures
Fremantle has announced that they have taken a majority stake investment in one of Asia’s largest independent TV and Film production companies, Beach House Pictures - the hit making company behind Emmy-nominated Netflix lifestyle series Mind Your Manners and the Buzzies-winning documentary series for Amazon Prime & Curiosity, Evolve. The acquisition of Beach House Pictures further underlines Fremantle’s strategic growth plans to invest in and partner with premium production companies and … [Read more...] about Fremantle acquires majority stake acquisition in Beach House Pictures
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