Wowza adds DASH to stream engine
Wowza Media Systems today announced support of Dynamic Adaptive Streaming over HTTP (MPEG-DASH) nDVR to its award-winning Wowza Streaming Engine™ software, with a new update to version 4.7.6. The support…
HbbTV releases Version 2018-2 of conformance test suite
The HbbTV Association, a global initiative dedicated to providing an open standard for the delivery of broadcast and broadband services through connected TVs and set-top boxes, has announced that its…
BBC: ‘2018 most live-streamed World Cup’
A massive 44.5 million tuned in to watch one of the most entertaining World Cup tournaments to date on the BBC this summer, according to figures released by the Corporation.…
HbbTV Association releases DASH DRM Reference Application
The HbbTV Association, a global initiative dedicated to providing an open standard for the delivery of broadcast and broadband services through connected TVs and set-top boxes, has announced the release…
Halton to step down as YouView CEO
UK hybrid digital television platform YouView has confirmed that Richard Halton will stand down as CEO at the end of 2018. Having led YouView from launch to being in three…
LOVEStv goes live in Spain
LOVEStv, a joint HbbTV platform created by Spanish broadcasters RTVE, Atresmedia and Mediaset, has commenced transmissions. The FTA platform – that will become an OTT service in a later phase…
UK broadcasters secure FTA TV future
The UK’s major broadcast companies have signed a new five-year agreement to accelerate digital terrestrial TV service Freeview’s transition to a fully hybrid platform, providing the best in free-to-view live…
Spain: New HbbTV FTA platform launches in June
LOVEStv, a joint HbbTV platform created by Spanish broadcasters RTVE, Atresmedia and Mediaset, will launch on June 14th. The FTA platform – that will become an OTT service in a…
Czech Republic: Space for Internet video ads on TV increasing
HbbTV technology has opened the door for Internet video ads on TV. Since its arrival, classic video ad blocks are no longer the only way to show viewers ads. Space…
Beenius acquires Castoola
Beenius, a provider of an advanced interactive TV platform, has confirmed the acquisition of Castoola, a platform based on HbbTV technology that is applicable for broadcasters, TV operators, and advertisers.…