The large, avid surfing fan base in Australia and New Zealand will enjoy the ride of its life when hundreds of hours of surfing-related programming launches: SURFER. Created and serviced by acTVe, a leading independent Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) channel provider, SURFER brings the content and expertise of Surfer Magazine to millions of select Samsung smart TVs* across Australia, on Samsung TV Plus. At launch, titles will include Surfer original “Quivers,” the surfing documentary … [Read more...] about Samsung TV Plus brings SURFER FAST Channel to surfing enthusiasts in Australia
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DDish TV LLC Chooses PlayBox Neo Channel-in-a-Box for Broadcast Network Expansion
PlayBox Neo announces the completion of a new multichannel playout system for the DDish direct-to-home satellite television network in Mongolia. Based in the national capital, Ulaanbaatar, DDish broadcasts over 150 television international and Mongolian channels via Koreasat 5A, augmented by NVOD, RVOD and SVOD services. “Our operations run smoothly thanks to the efficiency of PlayBox Neo television channel management systems,” comments Ariunbold Nasanjargal, DDish TV Chief Technical Officer. … [Read more...] about DDish TV LLC Chooses PlayBox Neo Channel-in-a-Box for Broadcast Network Expansion
JioCinema set to redefine subscription market with launch of Premium Plans
With the phenomenal success of the Indian Premier League and an award-winning entertainment offering, JioCinema has established itself as a destination for premium entertainment in every Indian household. Now, solving for key consumer interruptions such as device restrictions, low-quality video and high-cost subscription plans, JioCinema announced its new subscription offering, ‘JioCinema Premium’. The new plans starting at a market-defining Rs.29/month will offer an Ad Free experience delivered … [Read more...] about JioCinema set to redefine subscription market with launch of Premium Plans
Telecom and pay-TV services revenue in Japan to increase at 2.1% CAGR over 2023-2028, forecasts GlobalData
The total telecom and pay-TV services revenue in Japan is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.1% from $97.6 billion in 2023 to $108.3 billion in 2028, primarily supported by the mobile data and fixed broadband service segments, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s Japan Telecom Operators Country Intelligence Report reveals that the mobile voice service revenue will decline over the forecast period, in line with the steady … [Read more...] about Telecom and pay-TV services revenue in Japan to increase at 2.1% CAGR over 2023-2028, forecasts GlobalData
LUX And MX Player Partner To Challenge Outdated Sexist Scenes With An Innovative Campaign ‘The End’
VML Singapore and LUX, the global beauty brand under Unilever, has partnered with MX Player, a leading OTT platform, to launch a fresh new campaign that tackles a deeply ingrained issue in Indian cinema: the normalisation of sexism. The campaign titled 'The End', shines a light on how classic Indian films, while undeniably popular on streaming platforms, often portray outdated narratives where men disregard a woman's clear refusal. This innovative campaign aims to spark conversation and … [Read more...] about LUX And MX Player Partner To Challenge Outdated Sexist Scenes With An Innovative Campaign ‘The End’
Ricky Ow Joins Viddsee’s Board of Directors, Enhancing the Entertainment Platform’s Strategic Vision
In a move to bolster its platforms, Viddsee, the leader in digital storytelling and independent filmmaking, is thrilled to welcome media veteran Ricky Ow to its Board of Directors. Ow, whose illustrious career spans numerous successful stints WarnerMedia, Turner and Sony Pictures, brings to Viddsee a deep understanding of the media landscape, particularly in areas of market development, content production and IP investment. Ricky Ow joins Viddsee's Board of Directors to steer its … [Read more...] about Ricky Ow Joins Viddsee’s Board of Directors, Enhancing the Entertainment Platform’s Strategic Vision