ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI), a unit of ViacomCBS Inc. and Rakuten Group, Inc. announced the signing of a broad long-term agreement, which includes the launch of Nick+, Nickelodeon’s kids’ streaming service, on Rakuten’s video-on-demand platform Rakuten TV in Japan, covering mobile, STB/dongle, web and Smart TV devices. The partnership also includes the creation of a dedicated Nickelodeon zone on Japan’s leading e-commerce platform, Rakuten Ichiba. “This long-term agreement with … [Read more...] about ViacomCBS Networks International and Rakuten announce streaming, content, and e-commerce partnership in Japan
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Wag Entertainment appoints Bridget Boseley as first Creative Director
Asacha Media Group’s Wag Entertainment has hired former Spun Gold Head of Factual Bridget Boseley in the newly created role of Creative Director. The appointment is part of Wag’s strategy to expand their output in the UK market and develop business for streaming platforms. Boseley, who was instrumental in expanding Spun Gold’s documentary output over the last 3 years, will take up the position immediately. Her recent Executive Producer credits include ratings hit Inside Monaco for … [Read more...] about Wag Entertainment appoints Bridget Boseley as first Creative Director
Viu launches Viu Shorts! Thailand
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, announced Viu Shorts! Thailand, an initiative that creates opportunities for talented youth in the country to learn about professional OTT media production. Partnering with the School of Digital Media & Cinematic Arts (BUDC) and the Master of Communication Arts in Digital Marketing Communications (DiMC), School of Communication Arts, Bangkok University, Viu Shorts! will nurture a new generation of filmmakers and entertainment … [Read more...] about Viu launches Viu Shorts! Thailand
Jiangsu Broadcasting Corp. brings China’s stories to the international stage
Nanjing-based Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation (JSBC) offers truthful, objective, and empathetic news that resonates well with the international audience. A testament to this is the broadcaster’s recent win at the 25th Asian Television Awards for the category of Best Single News Story (10 mins or less) for the documentary Canadian Girl Writes A Song of Peace for Nanjing. JSBCI President Ms. Yuanyuan Qiu told Television Asia Plus that prior to the National Memorial Ceremony for the … [Read more...] about Jiangsu Broadcasting Corp. brings China’s stories to the international stage
BBC News announces coverage plans for the funeral of HRH Prince Philip
BBC World News, the BBC’s global 24-hour news channel, announced its coverage plans around the funeral of HRH Prince Philip. This special live coverage from Windsor Castle will air at 1700, 1800 and 1900 HKT, and the coverage of the ceremonial Funeral of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh will be live from 1930 - 2320 HKT. Her Majesty The Queen, together with other members of the Royal Family will attend the Funeral Service. A full military procession and members of the Royal Family will accompany … [Read more...] about BBC News announces coverage plans for the funeral of HRH Prince Philip
ABP Network goes live in Tamil Nadu
ABP Network has announced its entry into the Tamil Nadu market with the launch of its brand new digital platform, ‘ABP Nadu’. With this launch, the network plans to make major headway in the ultra-competitive Tamil digital news space. Extending its belief in empowering the audience with unbiased and credible news, ABP Nadu enters the market with the determination to create an informed and open society. Over the course of its journey, ABP Network has emerged as a pioneer within the regional news … [Read more...] about ABP Network goes live in Tamil Nadu