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Proximus launches new STB and apps powered by 3SS

3 Screen Solutions (3SS), a provider of software solutions for set-top boxes (STB), smart TV, multiscreen and in-vehicle entertainment, has announced that Belgian telco Proximus has launched several new apps to further enhance reach and device variety for its super-aggregated Pickx service. 3SS has designed and delivered new Pickx apps for Apple TV, and iOS […]

March 14, 2024

Forecast: Cord-cutting to hit W Europe pay-TV

Western Europe will lose nearly 9 million pay-TV subscribers between 2023 and 2029 to reach 93 million – down by 8 per cent, according to the Western Europe Pay-TV Forecasts report from analyst firm Digital TV Research. This is nowhere near as bad as the US as pay-TV penetration will still be 53 per cent […]

March 11, 2024

AIMS welcomes NovaStar, CUX, Appear

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) has announced its newest members: NovaStar, an LED display solutions provider; CUX, a provider of audio, video, and environmental control solutions; and Appear, a specialist in high-capacity solutions for media processing and content delivery. “We couldn’t be more excited to name NovaStar, CUX, and Appear as the newest […]

February 14, 2024

ModernTV supports Roku TV

ModernTV, and a IPTV/OTT solution provider based in the Czech Republic, has announced its new support for the Roku TV platform. The company says its decision to support Roku TV devices is more than just a technical integration; it represents a strategic partnership aimed at enriching the content consumption experience for users of ModernTV customers […]

January 31, 2024

Jan 23 launch for France 2 UHD

Ahead of the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, PSB group France Télévisions has announced the January 23rd launch of first 4K full-time channel, France 2 UHD. It will be followed on July 10th by France 3 UHD, a part-time channel dedicated to special events. The two UHD signals, which are set to present […]

January 23, 2024From Pascale Paoli-Lebailly in Paris

Netgem TV, Sony Liv partnership

Digital video entertainment specialist Netgem TV has agreed a strategic partnership with Sony Liv, a premier content provider specialising in Asian TV content. This collaboration enhances Netgem TV’s commitment to offering diverse, high-quality programming to its customer base. With this new collaboration, Sony LIV strengthens its reach in the UK and Ireland. Netgem will be […]

December 21, 2023By Colin Mann

$25.5m DISH copyright infringement case

The International Broadcaster Coalition Against Piracy (IBCAP) has confirmed the filing of a complaint in the Eastern District of New York against ten defendants operating the Glo TV service, as well as Massive Wireless, a New York retailer, its CEO and director, and Rays IPTV, a California distributor and retailer, and its CEO. The lawsuit […]

December 14, 2023By Colin Mann

Verizon: Netflix, Max $10 streaming bundle

US multiplay telco Verizon is partnering with Netflix and Max to offer its customers savings on what it says is a first-of-its-kind streaming bundle. Starting December 7th and for the first time, ad-supported services from entertainment giants Netflix and Max will be offered together – only for Verizon’s myPlan customers – for just $10 (€9.24) […]

December 5, 2023

Ofcom consults on TV distribution

Broadcast regulator Ofcom is seeking evidence on how the TV distribution landscape could develop over the next decade and beyond. Ofcom notes that large numbers of people still rely on traditional, scheduled broadcast TV –  the so—called ‘linear’ TV – particularly for its ability to inform us about what is happening in the world and […]

October 17, 2023By Colin Mann

FACT, Sky target illegal IPTV operators

Industry partners UK intellectual property protection body FACT and Sky have teamed up with the support of regional police services to successfully target illegal IPTV service providers across the UK. Each organisation identified several operators who have been providing illegal access to premium TV and movies including from Sky.  The operators were then issued legal warnings […]

October 16, 2023