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AIMS adds Kakadu Software, 7thSense

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) has announced its newest members: Kakadu Software, provider of JPEG 2000 development toolkits, and 7thSense, a specialist in pixel generation, processing, and management technology. “We’re thrilled to announce Kakadu Software and 7thSense as the newest AIMS members,” said Andrew Starks, board of directors’ member and marketing working group […]

April 16, 2024

TelevisaUnivision partners with LTN for IP distribution

LTN, a specialist in transformative media technology and video transport solutions, has announced a partnership enabling Spanish-language media and content company, TelevisaUnivision, to migrate to IP-based video distribution. The long-term agreement provides TelevisaUnivision greater flexibility, scale, and intelligence in live video distribution with LTN’s fully managed, IP-based transmission solution, LTN Wave. As part of the […]

April 11, 2024

Forecast: E Europe to add 9m digital pay-TV subs

The number of pay-TV subscribers in Eastern Europe will decline by 8 million from 81 million in the peak year of 2018 to 74 million in 2029 according to the Eastern Europe Pay TV Forecasts report from analyst firm Digital TV Research. However, 2018 included 17 million analogue cable subscribers, which will drop to zero […]

March 21, 2024

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