The rescuers. The lifesavers. The partners. The protectors. The detectives. Dogs have special powers, and Smithsonian Channel’s new series Dogs with Extraordinary Jobs shows how they’re put to incredible use through the profiles of canines who do everything from saving lives to helping us conquer our greatest fears. Narrated by renowned dog behaviour expert and best-selling author Victoria Stilwell, Dogs with Extraordinary Jobs premieres on June 30th at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. In this five-part … [Read more...] about New Smithsonian Channel series ‘Dogs With Extraordinary Jobs’ features dogs working to make the world a better place
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Singapore International Film Festival appoints new programme director
The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) has appointed Singapore film programmer, Thong Kay Wee as its new Programme Director to lead the artistic elements of the Festival alongside Executive Director, Emily J. Hoe. Kay Wee takes over from Kuo Ming-Jung, to deliver the Festival’s film curation and programming strategy. Chairperson of SGIFF, Boo Junfeng commented, “Through the years, SGIFF has championed and celebrated independent Southeast Asian films, and served as a platform that … [Read more...] about Singapore International Film Festival appoints new programme director
V-Nova teams with D-Orbit, Unibap to demonstrate VC-6 for on-orbit satellite imagery acceleration
V-Nova, a leading provider of video compression solutions announced that their SMPTE VC-6 ST 2117 data coding standard has teamed up with D-Orbit, experts in the field of in-orbit transportation, in partnership with intelligent automation specialists Unibap, to demonstrate next-generation hyper-spectral imaging from Polar orbit. VC-6 high-performance AI-powered software library will be integrated into Unibap’s SpaceCloud® computing platform onboard a satellite scheduled for launch in Q2 … [Read more...] about V-Nova teams with D-Orbit, Unibap to demonstrate VC-6 for on-orbit satellite imagery acceleration
South Asian streaming content platform ZEE5 to launch in the US on 22 June
After having won the hearts of millions of South Asians across the globe, ZEE5, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, has announced its launch in the United States on 22 June. The platform is currently under beta testing in the market. The U.S. is the final and largest launch for ZEE5, setting the stage for its rapid growth in a market with a ready 5.4 million diaspora audience that has a deep cultural and language connect to this content. This direct-to-consumer … [Read more...] about South Asian streaming content platform ZEE5 to launch in the US on 22 June
Viu offers a special treat to frontline food delivery heroes of Singapore
It is undeniable that food delivery riders play a big role in making life easier. While most Singaporeans are staying safe at home, delivery riders and drivers are braving it all to deliver essentials and cravings to our doors. It is in appreciation of these unsung heroes for their service that Viu Singapore is announcing an initiative to deliver entertainment to these riders and drivers as they wait, eat and rest. Starting on 9 June, Viu Singapore will be rolling out free 90 Days Viu Premium … [Read more...] about Viu offers a special treat to frontline food delivery heroes of Singapore
Francois Vaillant joins Dejero from CBC
Dejero has appointed Francois Vaillant as its new senior technical product manager. Vaillant joins Dejero from CBC (Canada Broadcasting Corporation), where he spent the last 15 years at the helm of innovation and standards, last serving as executive director of engineering solutions for the national broadcaster. Having led CBC’s IP transformation, which started in 2017, Vaillant ensured consistency of capital investment and the unification and standardization of the company’s technical … [Read more...] about Francois Vaillant joins Dejero from CBC