Bitmovin, a leading provider of video streaming solutions, and bunny.net, a next-generation content delivery network, announced today that Thinking Media, Inc., pioneers in AI-native TV UX, UI, and audience viewing experiences, has integrated Bitmovin’s Player, VOD Encoder and Analytics to power its newly acquired service, STIRR. The collaboration will support Thinking Media’s future goal of rolling out brand new features for audiences, including hyper-local news using AI, Server-Guided Ad … [Read more...] about Thinking Media selects Bitmovin’s solutions to power STIRR’s transformation
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FIFTH SEASON inks multi-title partnership with Hulu
Global film and TV studio FIFTH SEASON has secured a multi-title deal with Hulu in the US across a raft of its premium scripted and unscripted titles – which has begun rolling out on the service earlier this month and mark the US premiere of each show. The titles included in the deal are Roughcut TV’s critically acclaimed and BAFTA-nominated comedy Big Boys (seasons 1 & 2 are now streaming), which is created, written and narrated by BAFTA-winning Jack Rooke and will also return to … [Read more...] about FIFTH SEASON inks multi-title partnership with Hulu
DHD Sets the Scene for Hamburg Open 2025
DHD will demonstrate examples from its wide range of digital audio studio equipment and systems at Hamburg Open 2025, Hamburg Messe & Congress Centre, Wednesday January 15th through Thursday 16th. Highlight exhibits on DHD Stand 207 in Hall B6 will include the recently introduced RM1 all-in-one audio interface. “The RM1 is a compact and highly versatile desktop unit which allows fully professional audio content to be created in practically any location for onsite recording or IP-linked … [Read more...] about DHD Sets the Scene for Hamburg Open 2025
Larry Dean Launches New Special on YouTube Channel
Award-winning Scottish comedian Larry Dean’s new special Fudnut will launch 13th December on YouTube ahead of his appearance at this month’s Royal Variety Performance. Rolling out on the Larry Dean YouTube Channel, operated by Banijay Rights – the global distribution arm of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, the hour-long special revolves around Larry's loving tribute to his best friend, director Paul Byrne. The special was produced by Chambers Productions & Low Lean … [Read more...] about Larry Dean Launches New Special on YouTube Channel
AVTpro Launches Cantonese and Traditional Chinese Certification with HKU
OOONA, a leading provider of professional management and production tools for the media localization industry, announces the expansion of the AVTpro certification program to include exams in two additional languages, Cantonese and Traditional Chinese, with the support of the School of Chinese at The University of Hong Kong (HKU). Launched in 2023, AVTpro is the first ever professional qualification dedicated to media localization. It offers certifications in Subtitle Translation and Subtitle … [Read more...] about AVTpro Launches Cantonese and Traditional Chinese Certification with HKU
Anima Kitchent and Able & Baker Team Up For ‘Monkeys & Dinos’ Animation Studio
Independent Spanish animation powerhouses Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker have teamed up for Monkeys & Dinos, a cutting-edge animation service studio based in the Canary Islands. Building on a history of successful collaborations Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker are combining their decades of industry experience to establish a premier animation studio focused on delivering world-class animation. The decision to join forces in forming Monkeys & Dinos reflects their shared vision … [Read more...] about Anima Kitchent and Able & Baker Team Up For ‘Monkeys & Dinos’ Animation Studio
