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
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NBCUniversal and Viacom18’s JioCinema enter into an extensive, multi-year partnership
NBCUniversal (NBCU) and JioCinema, Viacom18’s streaming service, have entered into a multi-year partnership bringing thousands of hours of NBCU films and TV series to India. This partnership significantly bolsters JioCinema’s program offering and ensures that their viewers will be able to enjoy titles from NBCU’s world-renowned content portfolio. That portfolio is fueled by Comcast NBCUniversal’s powerhouse production entities and brands, which includes Universal Television, UCP, … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal and Viacom18’s JioCinema enter into an extensive, multi-year partnership
CJ ENM announces the launch of its branded zone, CJ ENM Picks on NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock
Leading entertainment company CJ ENM announced the launch of its branded zone ‘CJ ENM Picks’ on NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock. Peacock subscribers will have access to enjoy CJ ENM’s vast library of hit K-content including binge-worthy dramas, films, and unscripted entertainment content. In addition, CJ ENM is planning to expand the service by including VOD business model that will further captivate users' attention. ‘CJ ENM Picks’ will encompass a wide array of CJ ENM’s original … [Read more...] about CJ ENM announces the launch of its branded zone, CJ ENM Picks on NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock
Wolf Entertainment and Universal Studio Group create sales boutique focusing on Wolf Entertainment formats
Wolf Entertainment, producer of some of the most successful television brands in history (Law & Order, One Chicago, FBI) and a leading producer of global content, is teaming with partner Universal Studio Group to create a new sales boutique focusing on international format distribution of Wolf Entertainment titles, CEO Dick Wolf and USG Chairman Pearlena Igbokwe announced. Leslie Jones, a veteran studio executive, is leading the unit which is designed to capitalize on the continued success … [Read more...] about Wolf Entertainment and Universal Studio Group create sales boutique focusing on Wolf Entertainment formats
John Casey appointed President and Managing director of CNBC International
CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, today announced John Casey has been appointed President & Managing Director, CNBC International, effective immediately. In this role, he will oversee CNBC International’s business operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and continue to be based in London. He will report to Satpal Brainch, President of CNBC Business News Worldwide and join CNBC’s executive leadership team. He replaces KC Sullivan, who is moving to NBCUniversal … [Read more...] about John Casey appointed President and Managing director of CNBC International
NENT Group and NBCUniversal extend exclusive content partnership
Nordic Entertainment Group (NENT Group) and NBCUniversal (NBCU) have extended their long-term exclusive content partnership in a multi-year deal. New films from NBCU will reach viewers in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland first on NENT Group’s Viaplay streaming service and Viasat pay-TV channels, along with an extensive range of popular NBCU library titles. A broad selection of NBCU’s TV series will also be available on NENT Group’s free-TV channels. The line-up of new and upcoming films … [Read more...] about NENT Group and NBCUniversal extend exclusive content partnership
