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
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Comcast takes a big, timely swing at holistic prepaid connectivity with NOW brand launch, says GlobalData
Following the news that Comcast is launching a portfolio of low-cost prepaid internet, mobile, and pay-TV services under the “NOW” brand umbrella in the US; Charles Garrett, Principal Global Telecom Consumer Services Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “With the fixed wireless access (FWA) challengers sucking up much of the oxygen in the US home internet space these days and the impending demise of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) broadband … [Read more...] about Comcast takes a big, timely swing at holistic prepaid connectivity with NOW brand launch, says GlobalData
Kanal 7 renews Winds of Love
Eccho Rights-distributed Turkish Drama series Winds of Love has been renewed for a second season, coming in September 2024. The first season premiered in January 2024 and, currently airing daily, has continued a string of recent successes for commissioner Kanal 7, whose latest title Behind the Veil, was launched by Eccho Rights during the recent MIPTV market in Cannes. The broadcaster also renewed another daily drama hit, Redemption, just two weeks ago. “We first brought Winds of Love to … [Read more...] about Kanal 7 renews Winds of Love
Shift2Stream and Tolka announce technology partnership for NextGen TV Solutions and STB Development
Shift2Stream and Tolka have announced a global technology partnership. The first project will enhance the Vélo set-top box, a NextGen TV hybrid OTT/OTA Google-certified STB powered by Android TV. Shift2Stream will utilize Tolka’s ATSC 3.0 certified software stack in Vélo. “We aim to offer the ultimate NextGen TV experience in a compact yet powerful set-top at an affordable price point,” says Mark Jensen of Shift2Stream. “We have taken great care in selecting the features for Vélo based on … [Read more...] about Shift2Stream and Tolka announce technology partnership for NextGen TV Solutions and STB Development
Tiny Desk Concerts Come to NHK WORLD-JAPAN
JAPAN is set to produce and air tiny desk concerts featuring Japanese musicians. "tiny desk concerts JAPAN" will be an adaptation of the series originated by the American public broadcaster, NPR. Artists perform in an intimate setting with acoustics that match the atmosphere. Audiences around the world have embraced the format, which now attracts superstars such as Taylor Swift and BTS as well as up-and-coming entertainers. With a platform license from NPR, NHK WORLD-JAPAN will introduce … [Read more...] about Tiny Desk Concerts Come to NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Jeromy Young returns as Atomos CEO
Jeromy Young, Co-founder of Atomos, has returned to the business as Managing Director and CEO. Young, who was previously CEO of Atomos for over 10 years, retired from executive duties in November 2021 to pursue other business and personal interests. Several of his subsequent business activities were aligned with the broader video technology industry, and he will bring that wider perspective to his existing knowledge of Atomos and its markets. “I feel privileged and very excited to be back at … [Read more...] about Jeromy Young returns as Atomos CEO
