This week at NEM in Dubrovnik, Warner Bros. International Television Production has secured a series of new format commissions across Central and Eastern Europe, as broadcasters continue to invest in established international brands with proven audience appeal. In Serbia, Prva TV has commissioned a first season of The Bachelor, one of the world’s most successful dating franchises. The format sees an eligible man searching for love among a group of women who are all hoping to be chosen as ‘the … [Read more...] about Broadcasters across CEE back WBITVP formats with new commissions
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Bitmovin’s Player Web X Powers Axel Springer’s New Audio News Experience on WELT
Bitmovin, a leading provider of video streaming solutions, has announced that Axel Springer SE, international media and technology company, has deployed Player Web X, Bitmovin’s next-generation web video player. This deployment sees media powerhouse Axel Springer SE using Player Web X to power audio readouts of news articles for its WELT brand, alongside its audio-only news channel. Bitmovin’s Player Web X is a high-performing video player for streaming live and on-demand video across … [Read more...] about Bitmovin’s Player Web X Powers Axel Springer’s New Audio News Experience on WELT
Crunchyroll celebrates Anime with fans in Bangkok at AFA Thailand 2026
Crunchyroll wrapped up an action-packed weekend at Anime Festival Asia (AFA) Thailand 2026, held on 30–31 May at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). The event brought together the Thai anime community through immersive Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc experiences, a live dubbing performance by seiyuu Kikunosuke Toya, Ani-May fan challenges, and a showcase of localised anime content. The weekend’s centrepiece was a special appearance by Kikunosuke Toya, the Japanese voice … [Read more...] about Crunchyroll celebrates Anime with fans in Bangkok at AFA Thailand 2026
Glensound puts practical audio connectivity centre stage at InfoComm 2026
Glensound will showcase a focused range of networked audio and intercom solutions for professional AV, broadcast AV, live events, esports, education and government spaces. Now in its 60th anniversary year, the company continues to design compact, practical products for teams who need reliable audio in the room, on the network and across wider production systems. At InfoComm, Glensound will highlight the DARK22M, a compact two-in, two-out Dante interface that brings analogue, USB and networked … [Read more...] about Glensound puts practical audio connectivity centre stage at InfoComm 2026
Broadcast Electronics Names David Sparano as Chief Technology Officer
Broadcast Electronics (BE), a global designer and manufacturer of broadcast products, has named David Sparano as Chief Technology Officer, responsible for the company’s technology strategy, product development, and innovation initiatives. The appointment, reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation, customer focus, and long-term growth, comes after BE’s recent acquisition by a growth-focused US-based investor group and winning NAB 2026’s Best of Show Award for the revolutionary AMX … [Read more...] about Broadcast Electronics Names David Sparano as Chief Technology Officer
TeamTO unveils Junichiro Jackson in collaboration with US based Martian Blueberry
Leading European animation studio TeamTO and award-winning U.S. animation studio Martian Blueberry has announced a creative collaboration on Junichiro Jackson (also known as JJ), TeamTO’s first original adult anime-inspired series under its recently announced TeamTOKO label. The psychological thriller serves as the launch title for a broader creative and strategic alliance between the two studios, with a teaser trailer and special presentation set for this year’s Annecy International Animation … [Read more...] about TeamTO unveils Junichiro Jackson in collaboration with US based Martian Blueberry
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