California - The Walt Disney Company and Electronic Arts Inc. have announced a new multi-year exclusive licensing agreement to develop and publish globally new games based on Star Wars characters and storylines. Under the agreement, EA will develop and publish new Star Wars titles for a core gaming audience, spanning all interactive platforms and the most popular game genres, while Disney will retain certain rights to develop new titles within the mobile, social, tablet and online game … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company and EA announce multi-year Star Wars games agreement
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The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia appoints television and digital media leadership team
Singapore – The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia has announced the appointment of the senior management team that will be reporting to Robert Gilby, Managing Director of The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia. In November 2011, Disney announced the creation of an integrated Disney Southeast Asia (TWDC SEA) organisation to harness the market opportunity of this dynamic region. Mr Gilby commented then that they were focused on accelerating the growth of the Disney brand, delivering a rich … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia appoints television and digital media leadership team
Disney interested in India
Burbank, Calif. and Mumbai, India – The Walt Disney Company is acquiring a controlling interest in UTV, one of India’s premier media and entertainment companies. Additionally, UTV CEO Ronnie Screwvala has been named Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company India reporting to Andy Bird, Chairman, Walt Disney International. “Increasing our brand presence and reach in key international markets is a cornerstone of our growth strategy. This acquisition expands our footprint … [Read more...] about Disney interested in India
New Distribution Director at KidsCo
KidsCo has appointed Kimberly Huttenstine as its Distribution Director. Huttenstine will focus on exploring and developing opportunities in the Nordic market, assisting the existing team with European opportunities, as well as identifying and developing opportunities in Latin America. She joins KidsCo from The Walt Disney Company where she was Senior Manager for six years, working to negotiate content distribution agreements across Europe. … [Read more...] about New Distribution Director at KidsCo
No go for Hulu
Hulu, the US catch-up TV portal is no longer up for sale. In a joint statement from its owners News Corp., Providence Equity Partners, The Walt Disney Company and the Hulu senior management team, the company said the sale process had been terminated. “Our focus now rests solely on ensuring that our efforts as owners contribute in a meaningful way to the exciting future that lies ahead for Hulu.” The partners said they looked forward to working together towards greater success. … [Read more...] about No go for Hulu
The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern
Mumbai - The Walt Disney Company in India officially announced its first locally developed studio project aimed specifically at Southern audiences, a yet to be named epic fantasy adventure, scheduled for release in January 2011. The film, which commenced production in November 2009, features a host of leading local talent. A fantasy adventure film set in the fictitious teardrop shaped land of Sangarashtra, the film explores the inseparable bond between man and the myths that remain relevant even … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern