LiveU, the leader in live video streaming and remote production solutions, announced that global investment firm Carlyle has acquired the Company from Francisco Partners, a global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology businesses. Details of the transaction, which is subject to regulatory approvals, are not being disclosed. Founded in 2006, LiveU is the pioneer of a bonded cellular technology-based live video transmission platform, offered to major live broadcast news … [Read more...] about Carlyle to acquire LiveU to further accelerate global growth
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Special episode of ‘Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian’ explores Luke Skywalker’s return in Season 2 finale
In last year’s Season 2 finale of Star Wars: The Mandalorian, the appearance of a young Luke Skywalker was one of the biggest reveals and best-kept secrets of the acclaimed show thus far. Reaction to the episode was emotionally charged for many, deeply resonating with generations of fans who were elated to see the Jedi Master in his post-Return of the Jedi prime. The story of the cutting-edge technology used to bring Luke back is the subject of a special extra episode of Disney Gallery: Star … [Read more...] about Special episode of ‘Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian’ explores Luke Skywalker’s return in Season 2 finale
D2N Technology Solutions joins forces with SimplyLive in Australia
Furthering their expansion in the local market, D2N has joined forces with SimplyLive, the makers of one of the world’s most intuitive, flexible and scalable multi-camera production systems, forming a new partnership with D2N becoming a value-added reseller and system integrator for SimplyLive in Australia. D2N MD, Jason Owen, explained, “SimplyLive CEO Luc Doneux and I were introduced at IBC a while ago as he was developing some very interesting products. I was immediately impressed by Luc’s … [Read more...] about D2N Technology Solutions joins forces with SimplyLive in Australia
The Singapore Tourism Board partners with Voot Kids for ‘Chhota Bheem – Adventures in Singapore’
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has joined hands with Voot Kids and Green Gold Animation to take Indian audiences on a virtual adventure in Singapore with the iconic Indian comic character, Chhota Bheem. Titled Chhota Bheem – Adventures in Singapore, the series brings the destination closer to audiences in an innovative format and engages families and children across India, who are on summer school vacation or studying from home, in a bid to keep safe indoors. In an endeavor to deliver … [Read more...] about The Singapore Tourism Board partners with Voot Kids for ‘Chhota Bheem – Adventures in Singapore’
How Asia’s biggest media organizations are driving online audience growth remotely
Since the beginning of 2020, both video production and video consumption have changed drastically. The forced move to remote production, coupled with consumers remaining at home for over a year, has led to significant changes in how audiences are acquired and retained. Media organizations across the Asia Pacific region are still figuring out how to combine the best of both worlds when it comes to on-premises and remote production. Most are opting for the hybrid approach, combining the … [Read more...] about How Asia’s biggest media organizations are driving online audience growth remotely
Japan’s J SPORTS selects LiveU’s multi-camera remote production solution for baseball games
LiveU, the leader in live video streaming and remote production solutions, has announced that renowned Japanese broadcaster J SPORTS, with its production partner Express, has selected LiveU’s multi-camera, remote production solution for all of Yokohama DeNA BayStars’ baseball home games this season. J SPORTS’ OTT service, J SPORTS On Demand, will show over 70 matches where LiveU’s technology will play a key role in enhancing the viewing experience. 2021 is the first year that J SPORTS has … [Read more...] about Japan’s J SPORTS selects LiveU’s multi-camera remote production solution for baseball games