Paris– MIPTV is launching Brands@MIPTV, a full programme dedicated to brands which underlines their growing crossover with the entertainment content industry. Following an introductory session from YouTube entitled the Future of Online Video Strategy, brand representatives will hear from the digital studios taking part in MIPDigital Fronts, the showcase specially tailored for Multi-Channel Networks and Digital Studios takes place in Cannes from 4-6 … [Read more...] about Brands@MIPTV announced
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Viddsee engages first offline event
Singapore / Indonesia- Viddsee held a series of offline events in Indonesia with creator communities in Yogyakarta, Malang, Bandung, Surabaya and Semarang, culminating with the Viddsee Juree Awards ceremony. Viddsee Juree Awards Indonesia 2016 is the online platform’s first initiative with creator communities, with a short film competition component and a jury of international filmmakers. It kicked off this year with a roadshow in six cities, culminating in an awards ceremony in Jakarta. … [Read more...] about Viddsee engages first offline event
ABS-CBN’s net income jumps
The Philippines- ABS-CBN Corporation reported P2.545 billion (S$75 million) in net income for 2015. Revenue and net income targets were exceeded for 2015, with revenues from the TV and studio sect growing over 11%, compared to the previous year. What contributed to the success was creating major hits such as Pangako Sa ‘Yo, On the Wings of Love and more, attracting significant ad revenues. ABS-CBN maintained its leadership in terms of national total day audience share, which jumped to 43% … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN’s net income jumps
BTI Studios and Medi-Lan merge
A year after acquisition of Medi-Lan by BTI Studios, both companies will officially operate as BTI Studios from April 2016. The two companies celebrated this new era for a new BTI Studios with a party during Hong Kong FILMART. More events are expected after the official name change in April. The acquisition announced in April 2015 brought a partnership that offered a variety of media solutions to different media companies, especially those of subtitling, dubbing and more. The name change is a … [Read more...] about BTI Studios and Medi-Lan merge
Astro launches Tribe
Kuala Lumpur– Astro has just announced the launch of Tribe, a differentiated over-the-top (OTT) online video service for the region. This launch marks crucial for Astro, as Tribe is premised on Astro’s aspiration to build on customer reach and content scale. They are working with Axiata Digital Services in Indonesia, for the first launch Tribe. Tribe will start by offering live and on-demand content such as Korean dramas, sports and Asian movies. … [Read more...] about Astro launches Tribe
Red Arrow announces new VP
Munich- Red Arrow International has hired Shirley Bowers as VP Sales and Acquisitions, North America. Based in Red Arrow’s New York office, Bowers will report directly to Bo Stehmeier, SVP Global Sales, and will be responsible for leading Red Arrow’s sales activities in the US and Canada. She will also work across North American acquisitions, alongside Red Arrow’s Scripted and Non-Scripted acquisitions teams. Shirley’s previous roles include her recent work as Director, … [Read more...] about Red Arrow announces new VP