Globo will be in London November 13-18 for the 6th edition of the Focus Brasil and Press Awards UK, events dedicated to discussing matters of interest to the Brazilian community living in the UK. With a presence spanning over 40 years on the international market and 7 international channels created for Portuguese-speaking communities abroad, the company takes advantage of this opportunity to further strengthen its close ties with Brazilians living in that region, promoting the exchange of ideas … [Read more...] about Globo supports Brazilian entrepreneurs
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Laduma launches licensable VR content
United Kingdom - Virtual Reality content company Laduma leads the VR offering at 2017's MIPTV, allowing delegates to travel further than they would have ever expected, with the Laduma 360° World Tour. MIPTV is the global marketplace for TV and digital content for all genres and all screens, with thousands of decision-makers and executives travelling to Cannes to do business. This year sees Virtual Reality taking centre stage for the first time, following the dramatic growth of the VR industry … [Read more...] about Laduma launches licensable VR content
SPI launches two new Networks
United Kingdom - The newly added SPI networks are Gametoon and FilmBox Art House. They are now available to viewers in the U.S. as part of the English bonus pack. Gametoon is a worldwide entertainment TV channel for millennials revolving around gaming and eSports. The channel gives its viewers a unique opportunity to play games on their mobile devices and share scores along with avatars on air. Gametoon features game reviews, tournaments (eSports), popular streamers, viral content fueled with … [Read more...] about SPI launches two new Networks
Fashion One launches original series in London
Fashion One is set to launch the six-episode original series titled Fashion Correspondent Search: London. The television series seeks to find a fashion savvy personality that will host fashion and lifestyle events in their hometown of London for the network. With numerous casting hopefuls, only nine qualify for a chance to compete and become Fashion One’s London correspondent. “We are heading to the fashion capitals of the world in search of the perfect fashion correspondent to … [Read more...] about Fashion One launches original series in London
eOne completes acquisition of Alliance
Entertainment One (eOne) has completed its previously announced acquisition of Alliance from affiliates of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Investissement Québec, following the announcement on January 3, 2013, regarding clearance having been received from the Canadian Competition Bureau and the remaining conditions having been met. Alliance is a leading independent distributor of filmed entertainment products in Canada, the United Kingdom and Spain. The board of eOne believes that the … [Read more...] about eOne completes acquisition of Alliance
KidsCo acquires five new titles from Nelvana
London, United Kingdom – KidsCo, the international children’s television channel, has licensed a slate of new content from Nelvana, including Beyblade, Grossology, Rolie Polie Olie, Jacob Two-Two and Babar. The content acquired from Nelvana, which is owned by KidsCo joint-venture partner, Corus Entertainment, will form part of the channel’s January 2013 schedule when the refreshed brand debuts on-air. Hendrik McDermott, Managing Director of KidsCo, … [Read more...] about KidsCo acquires five new titles from Nelvana