Dejero has appointed Francois Vaillant as its new senior technical product manager. Vaillant joins Dejero from CBC (Canada Broadcasting Corporation), where he spent the last 15 years at the helm of innovation and standards, last serving as executive director of engineering solutions for the national broadcaster. Having led CBC’s IP transformation, which started in 2017, Vaillant ensured consistency of capital investment and the unification and standardization of the company’s technical … [Read more...] about Francois Vaillant joins Dejero from CBC
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iQiyi’s SaaS solution lowers barriers for a slice of the OTT pie
Asia’s tech-savvy population is more connected than ever, with video streaming being an essential part of life. Recent research from SpotX revealed that close to 400 million people are using video streaming services across the region, with a majority of OTT viewers watching over two hours of content per day. In a crowded OTT space, iQiyi is one of the leading platforms that doesn’t just serve up content but helps other companies monetize their offerings. The brand’s white label artificial … [Read more...] about iQiyi’s SaaS solution lowers barriers for a slice of the OTT pie
Viu Thailand announces new partnership with Channel 3 and Amarin TV
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, joins hands with leading Thailand entertainment players, Channel 3 and Amarin TV, to serve up highly-anticipated Thai contents to Viu-ers across Asia including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and the Philippines. Adding to Viu’s existing content partnerships with GMMTV and CHANGE2561, Viu continues to collaborate with leading content providers to grow its ecosystem, bringing exceptional Thai contents and talents … [Read more...] about Viu Thailand announces new partnership with Channel 3 and Amarin TV
Flame Distribution closes multiple global sales with key international broadcasters, platforms
Flame Distribution has finalised multiple sales with leading international broadcasters and platforms on a broad range of premium factual content. NORTH AMERICA/EUROPE: Unbreakable (7 x 44’) which follows a group of remarkable individuals with disabilities as they pursue their life goals was picked up by Fuse TV (US). In Canada, TVO acquired the historical series about fashion A Stitch in Time ( 6 x 30’) and Season 2 of Off the Beaten Track with Kate Humble (4 x 30’) which offers an … [Read more...] about Flame Distribution closes multiple global sales with key international broadcasters, platforms
Imira Entertainment launches new animated preschool series into the global marketplace
Imira Entertainment, the leading kids and family entertainment distribution and production company, is launching a brand new animated preschool series Zoonicorn. Featuring a Zooniverse of enchanting characters, the 3D CGI series debuts with 52 original seven-minute episodes. A magical mix of zebra and unicorn, the captivating Zoonicorns inhabit the dreams of young animals, taking them on amazing adventures to help learn important social-emotional and problem-solving skills. When the dream is … [Read more...] about Imira Entertainment launches new animated preschool series into the global marketplace
Global marketplace allrites bolsters its senior management team
allrites, the global online marketplace for TV and film rights announced a number of new hires to its senior management team. Nathalie Morley has been appointed Senior Vice President Content Strategy, a role that will see her spearhead allrites’ content strategy and liaise with key buyers and sellers on their editorial plans. Nathalie was formerly Chief Content Officer at Trace Group until 2020, and prior to that co-created FashionTV where she was Chief Creative Officer for 12 years. Last … [Read more...] about Global marketplace allrites bolsters its senior management team