Tokyo – Rakuten Inc (4755:Tokyo), one of the world’s largest Internet services companies, announced on February 14 its acquisition of pioneering messaging and VoIP company, Viber. Rakuten will acquire Viber for a total consideration of US$900 million. The acquisition represents another bold step for Rakuten into the digital content space, following its acquisitions of Kobo, Wuaki.tv, and Viki. As people continue to shift from traditional content and communications platforms to … [Read more...] about Rakuten acquires Viber for $900 million
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Viki announces new deals at ATF
Singapore - Viki, the global TV site powered by fans, announces major new content deals with Chinese and Taiwanese content partners at the Asia TV Forum. “Chinese and Taiwanese shows are fast becoming one of the most popular content genres on Viki,” said Razmig Hovaghimian, CEO and co-founder, Viki. “While over 30% of the viewing audience for these shows comes from North America, we know this content has global appeal with top shows being translated into over 40 … [Read more...] about Viki announces new deals at ATF
MIPCOM: Viki launches ‘Brand Channels’ for broadcasters and content providers
Cannes, France – Viki, the global TV site powered by fans, announced the launch of Viki Brand Channels for top broadcasters and content providers. The product placement that this will allow will help partners build brand awareness among new global audiences. SBS Brand Channels page Launch partners include: SBS Content Hub, TV Asahi, Tezuka Productions - founded by manga writer Osamu Tezuka, Taiwanese cable TV operator and content producer Sanlih E-Television, … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Viki launches ‘Brand Channels’ for broadcasters and content providers
BREAKING: Rakuten to acquire global video streaming service Viki
Tokyo and San Francisco – Rakuten, Inc., one of the world’s largest internet services companies, has announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire global video streaming platform Viki. The acquisition represents a significant step forward for Rakuten as it continues to add to its digital content offerings and launch its internet services ecosystem into new markets. Viki CEO and co-founder Razmig Hovaghimian said that Viki operates independently and that there … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Rakuten to acquire global video streaming service Viki
Viki recognised as World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneer”
New York – The World Economic Forum announced its latest selection of Technology Pioneers, consisting of 36 of the world’s most innovative technology start-ups. These companies are being recognised for their potential to transform the future of business and society. Their achievements will be honoured at the Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2013 in Dalian, People’s Republic of China, from 11 to 13 September. Viki was recognised for its groundbreaking … [Read more...] about Viki recognised as World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneer”
Singapore’s M1 launches internet TV service
Singapore - M1 Limited (M1) has announced the launch of MiBox, a new internet TV service that offers video-on-demand (VOD) entertainment and educational titles, games, e-books and apps. The service comes bundled with an Android set-top box and a selection of free dramas, variety shows and other content. Content offered will include movies and music videos from Viki, music concerts, Korean variety shows and news content on-demand from Channel NewsAsia and AsiaOne. MiBox also offers 46 … [Read more...] about Singapore’s M1 launches internet TV service
