Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a division of Viacom Inc. (VIA, VIAB), announced a collaboration with Youku, the video streaming platform of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA), to develop and produce an original animated series with the working titleLittle Luban. A Memorandum of Understanding for a multi-year content development and distribution partnership between the two companies was signed. Little Luban will feature characters and themes that the production partners believe … [Read more...] about Viacom International Media Networks partners Alibaba Group
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High Court orders Internet service providers to block access to ISDs
The High Court ordered Singapore’s internet service providers to block access to popular illegal applications that are frequently sold pre-loaded on android TV boxes, which are also known as illicit streaming devices (ISDs). These apps . They are preloaded on TV boxes which are overtly sold in retail outlets such as Sim Lim Square, IT exhibitions and on popular e-markets. The application and illicit streaming device (ISD) ecosystem is impacting all businesses involved in the production and … [Read more...] about High Court orders Internet service providers to block access to ISDs
iQIYI signs expanded Nickelodeon deal with Viacom
BEIJING – iQIYI, innovative market-leading online entertainment service in China, has signed a new multi year Nickelodeon content deal for mainland China with Viacom International Media Networks, division of Viacom Inc. Under the new expanded agreement, iQIYI will have exclusive streaming rights for Mandarin and English Nickelodeon programs in mainland China on iQIYI’s platforms for kids, which will see an anticipated four-fold increase of content from their previous … [Read more...] about iQIYI signs expanded Nickelodeon deal with Viacom
VIMN to debut Nick Jr. on i-Cable in Hong Kong
BALI – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a division of Viacom Inc. , announced its broadened collaboration with Hong Kong Pay-TV operator, i-Cable to debut Nick Jr. linear channel on i-Cable’s platform in Hong Kong for the first time in the coming months. The existing collaboration with i-Cable already includes Comedy Central Asia and MTV China on their basic pack and Nickelodeon on their Kids pack. Details about the launch date and price plans will be announced at a later … [Read more...] about VIMN to debut Nick Jr. on i-Cable in Hong Kong
VIMN expands collaboration with Solar Entertainment
BALI – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a division of Viacom Inc. announced its expanded collaboration with Solar Entertainment Corporation, content provider and television network, to debut MTV Classic in the Philippines. This marks the first time that the 24-hour music channel will be available in Asia. Effective 2 May, MTV Classic will be offered on AGILASAT – a joint venture TV satellite service between Solar and global satellite operator ABS that delivers premium entertainment … [Read more...] about VIMN expands collaboration with Solar Entertainment
Viacom partners SK Broadband
Seoul / Singapore – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) announced the launch of the first BET Channel in Asia, through a partnership with SK Broadband (SK), a major Pay-TV operator in South Korea with 4.2 million subscribers. BET is currently viewed in more than 125 million homes in over 60 countries around the world, including the United States, the UK, France, Africa, Canada and the Caribbean. South Korea is the first Asia market to launch BET, the leading provider of quality … [Read more...] about Viacom partners SK Broadband
