Beijing – The Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) and China’s State Administration for Radio, Film and Television (SARFT) have signed 11 out of 17 Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate bilateral government cooperation, media research, business projects, and academic exchanges. MDA values the deals at $S33.4 million ($US22.9 million). An MOU aims to facilitate information exchange; co-production of film and TV projects between Chinese and Singaporean companies, and … [Read more...] about Singapore and China strengthen media ties
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Singapore Tourism Board boost for The Contender Asia
Singapore – The Contender Asia has received a timely endorsement from the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) with its inclusion into the Film in Singapore! Scheme. Initiated by the STB, the scheme aims to encourage filmmakers and TV producers to film and produce quality movies and TV programs in the Lion City. Winnie Pua, STB’s Director, Brand Management said, “The combination of Imagine OmniMedia, Mark Burnett Productions and DreamWorks SKG coupled with the proven US Contender … [Read more...] about Singapore Tourism Board boost for The Contender Asia
Television and video “unbundling”
Scottsdale, Arizona- As consumers are being afforded more choice and control when it comes to content, whether via PVRs, User Generated Content or TV shows online, the process of “unbundling television/video entertainment" has started, according to a new study by In-Stat. This redistribution of control will likely come to dominate the overall consumer landscape in years to come, the research firm says. “Online video will likely continue to function as a strong complement to broadcast … [Read more...] about Television and video “unbundling”
Traditional media holds strong in Singapore
Singapore – Traditional media continue to sustain their mass audience presence in Singapore, according to the Nielsen Media Index 2007 survey. Meanwhile Internet and cable television, traditionally seen as ‘new’ or ‘alternative’ media, have moved a step closer to ‘mainstream’ media status with about half the population viewing cable TV weekly and slightly more than half using Internet daily. The Nielsen Media Index survey interviewed 4,723 respondents … [Read more...] about Traditional media holds strong in Singapore
Resurgent ATV challenges TVB in Hong Kong
Hong Kong- Asia Television (ATV), main rival of Television Broadcasts Ltd (TVB) in Hong Kong, has unveiled a new logo and programs in a bid to win more market share and younger audiences, especially 14-35 year-olds whom advertisers are targeting. ATV’s new bright orange logo has replaced its tri-colored label, while local press reported the broadcaster will offer one in-house produced, primetime series each weeknight, totalling 260 hours of original programming a year. ATV will also … [Read more...] about Resurgent ATV challenges TVB in Hong Kong
Ban on Live India lifted
New Delhi- The Indian government has lifted the one month ban on TV news channel Live India (formerly known as Janmat) imposed by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sept. 20 for airing an allegedly ‘fake’ sting operation against government school teacher Uma Khurana on Aug. 30. That was the first time a news channel had been banned. According to the ministry, Live India pleaded it did not defame any party and had “exercised all due diligence and care”. The … [Read more...] about Ban on Live India lifted