Hong Kong - PCCW Media’s OTT video service, Viu, has achieved four million unique users just one year after its launch. Reputedly a game-changing video platform for Asian premium content, Viu is launched in the Philippines today as part of its regional expansion, offering viewers easy access to content on the web and on mobile while on-the-move. Regional success with rapid growth and strong traction in Asia, Viu is now present in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Indonesia and the … [Read more...] about Viu expands to the Philippines
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Cartoon Network to air on TV5
Manila, Philippines – Cartoon Network’s two most popular and highest-rating shows will be localised– We Bare Bears and The Powerpuff Girls – and aired on the Philippines’ free-to-air TV channel TV5. Filipino kids and families nationwide will be treated to a line-up of cartoon network's new series featuring recent animations from the country’s number one kids’ channel. From October, every Saturday at 8am on TV5, catch the hilarious Grizzly, Panda and Ice Bear in We Bare Bears. Immediately … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network to air on TV5
Sony Pictures appoints SVP
Manila - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Networks, Asia has appointed of Georgette Tengco as Business Head of Philippines. Based in Manila and reporting to Ang Hui Keng, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Ms. Tengco will oversee the strategic management of SPT Networks’ Philippines portfolio comprising entertainment powerhouses Animax, AXN, GEM, ONE and Sony Channel. “SPT Networks, Asia has enjoyed a long history in the Philippines and the market remains a top priority for our … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures appoints SVP
Inside Malaysia and Philippines
Malaysia's unrelenting ascend According to PwC’s Malaysia Entertainment and Media Outlook 2015-2019, the country’s entertainment and media industry is expected to experience an above average growth rate over the next five years. It is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over 2014 to 2019, compared to the global CAGR of 5.1%. Internet access is growing at a rapid rate with a CAGR of 13.4% over 2014-2019, likely resulting from the deployment of 3G and LTE networks … [Read more...] about Inside Malaysia and Philippines
Mezzo Live HD launches in Philippines
Hong Kong - Lagardère Active and Lightning International have announced a new agreement that sees the premier classical music, jazz and dance channel, Mezzo Live HD, launch on SKYCable and Destiny Cable in the Philippines. Mezzo Live HD becomes available 24/7 to subscribers of the cable network and its affiliate. This marks the first agreement for the channel in the Philippines and a major step in the channel's development in South-East Asia. Jean-René Aucouturier, SVP, Business … [Read more...] about Mezzo Live HD launches in Philippines
Pinoys heart E!
E! Entertainment Television’s consistent ratings growth registered significant increases with the launch of the I Heart Pinoy block on 27 July on E! in the Philippines. The block featured back-to-back premieres of hit original reality series It Takes Gutz To Be A Gutierrez Season Three and the brand new E! Philippines-exclusive series The StyleList, Inc. Viewing of the block was dominated by a young and affluent demographic, which improved significantly from historical averages. Ratings … [Read more...] about Pinoys heart E!