Viacom18’s Video-on demand streaming service, VOOT, has won the coveted ‘International Broadcasting Convention 2017 (IBC2017) Innovation Award for Content Distribution’ for its Progressive Web App (PWA) product- VOOT Lite. IBC, which annually awards the latest innovations in media & technology, recognized VOOT’s pioneering initiative in giving mobile web users an app like experience in consuming digital video. VOOT was the only online video service that was shortlisted for the … [Read more...] about VOOT wins at IBC2017
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VOOT gets Turner content
Mumbai- In a significant move for the Indian video on demand industry, Viacom18 and Turner India have announced a strategic tie-up that will see Turner’s popular kids shows play on Viacom18’s VOOT. This deal will see VOOT add to its already existing powerhouse list of close to 100 characters that cut through broadcast affiliations. Get ready to live the experiences of The Powerpuff Girls, Ben 10, Roll No. 21 and Chotta Bheem alongside Dora, Spongebob, Motu Patlu, Shiva and Pokemon – all within a … [Read more...] about VOOT gets Turner content
Ooyala expands in Chennai
Singapore- Ooyala is expanding its business to India, and opening an office in Chennai. Conveniently located in Taramani, the company plans to hire talent spanning engineering, product development, operations, IT, professional services and technical support. The new Chennai office will be instrumental in expanding its global presence, providing another local team for its burgeoning Asia-Pacific customer base, and continuing to accelerate its rapid pace innovation. … [Read more...] about Ooyala expands in Chennai
Viacom18 Chooses Ooyala
Singapore– Ooyala is now the ad delivery provider for Voot, a new over-the-top (OTT) service from Viacom18. A joint venture between Viacom Inc. and the Network18 Group, Viacom18 is one of the fastest growing entertainment networks in India. The company is using Ooyala Pulse to manage and deliver video ad campaigns across its new mobile app and desktop experience. By moving its entire video library, including content from COLORS, MTV and Nickelodeon, to its new OTT service, Viacom18 now has a … [Read more...] about Viacom18 Chooses Ooyala
Viacom18 enhances VOOT
India- Viacom18 has announced the launch of its marketing blitzkrieg for its digital VOD service VOOT. In a massive push, VOOT will unleash a national marketing campaign with a special focus on the top six markets of Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad. The campaign has been launched with the objective of making VOOT a preferred destination for quality entertainment content consumption through over the top services. With over 17,000 hours of programming (across … [Read more...] about Viacom18 enhances VOOT
Viacom18 launches VOOT
India - Viacom18 launched its digital VOD platform VOOT. VOOT will be an advertising-led VOD platform and will be available for free on mobile platforms and the web. A first for an Indian OTT player, VOOT has launched with the largest slate of original content. VOOT Originals will roll out shows in both long and short formats across genres like comedy and drama. Furthermore, Viacom18 will move its entire content library, including COLORS, MTV and Nick, to be digitally available only on … [Read more...] about Viacom18 launches VOOT