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Italy averages 5 screens per household

The growing number of smart TVs in Italy indicates a growing trend towards digital viewing habits. According to Lorenzo Sassoli de Bianchi, President of Italian TV audience research company Auditel, smart TVs (22.4 million) have furthered the lead over traditional TVs (21.2 million) in Italian households. Additionally, Italy has 48.9 million smartphones, 19.7 million desktop […]

October 11, 2024From Branislav Pekic in Rome

DirecTV launching FAST platform

DirecTV has announced plans to launch a dedicated free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) platform – MyFree DirecTV – in the US on November 15th. At launch, MyFree DirecTV will provide viewers with direct access to curated FAST Channel content and an on-demand library, with additional channels slated to join the platform throughout 2025 and beyond. […]

October 11, 2024

Study: Impatience, price drive US content piracy

For most US households (88 per cent), having at least one SVoD service is commonplace; the average household pays for four subscriptions. Nevertheless, some consumers turn to other methods, such as using someone else’s SVoD password or watching pirated TV shows and movies, to access media and entertainment content. These tactics – though a violation […]

October 11, 2024By Colin Mann

FCC’s Rosenworcel speaks out on broadcast licence threats

Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has spoken out following repeated calls by former President Trump to revoke the licences of broadcast stations for political reasons. “While repeated attacks against broadcast stations by the former President may now be familiar, these threats against free speech are serious and should not be ignored,” she stated.” “As […]

October 11, 2024By Colin Mann

Apple debuts scripted film captured in Apple Immersive Video

Apple has launched Submerged, the first scripted short film captured in Apple Immersive Video, which is available to watch for free on Apple Vision Pro. Apple Immersive Video is a media format that leverages ultra-high-resolution 3D video and Spatial Audio to put viewers in the centre of the action. Submerged, written and directed by Academy […]

October 11, 2024By Nik Roseveare

ITV Studios signs drama deal with France Télévisions

ITV Studios has signed a new deal with France Télévisions, delivering a package of drama content to France Télévisions’ channels, including the thriller series The Gathering. From the producers of Line of Duty and Vigil, The Gathering (World Productions for Channel 4) was awarded Best Fiction Series, Best Actress and Best Actor at the Monte Carlo TV Festival in […]

October 11, 2024

Virgin Media launches digital payment systems

Virgin Media has become the first major UK telecoms provider to enable digital methods such as Apple Pay and Google Pay for recurring contract payments, providing an alternative to traditional direct debits. The launch, which follows a successful trial period, will mean that new customers signing up for Virgin Media broadband, landline or TV services […]

October 11, 2024

Jail sentences in NI streaming case

A man and woman from County Londonderry in Northern Ireland have been sentenced for offences in relation to supplying illegal subscriptions for streaming services that involved more than £700,000 (€836,000). Cormac McGuckin and Maura McGuckin, both from Bellaghy, were sentenced at Omagh Crown Court. The sentencing follows an investigation in relation to the sale of illegal subscriptions […]

October 11, 2024By Colin Mann

Dooya hires Hurwitz

Dooya Media Group, the OTT managed services company offering production, management and distribution for AVoD and FAST channels, has announced that Kim Hurwitz has joined the team as Head of Live Sports & Entertainment. Hurwitz’s focus will initially target live sports – especially combat sports – with distribution of free and AVoD main events, preliminary […]

October 11, 2024

Willow launches cricket-focused FAST channel in US

Willow has announced the launch of Willow Sports, North America’s cricket-focused FAST channel. Willow Sports offers fans free access to live marquee matches, classic games and more. Willow Sports is available on a number of streaming platforms, including Sling Freestream, Fubo, DistroTV, Plex, Free Live Sports, YuppTV and KaroStream, where viewers can catch select ICC […]

October 11, 2024

Recurly appoints Lakshminarayanan as CPO

Recurly, the subscription management platform, has announced the appointment of Priya Lakshminarayanan as Chief Product Officer (CPO).  Lakshminarayanan, who brings more than two decades of experience leading product organisations, will lead the company’s mission of empowering brands to stay ahead of evolving subscriber expectations. “Global brands rely on Recurly’s innovative platform and strategic partnership to […]

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