Rakuten TV has launched its new linear channel Rakuten Stories. The Rakuten Stories channel – which is available for free through ad-support – is the home of original and exclusive content on Rakuten TV. Covering subject matters that aim to inspire and excite viewers through a range of stories told through a sporting lens, the […]
Rakuten TV has continued its free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel expansion through the latest addition of two channels: the Lego channel in the UK and Planeta Junior TV in Spain. The Lego channel is available immediately in the UK, featuring hours of content varying in genres and animation styles, and series based on some […]
Four out of five households have access to some pay-TV platform in Spain, with a pemetration rate of 80.9 per cent according to the latest Barómetro report published by consultancy firm Barlovento Comunicación. Streaming services Netflix, Amazon and HBO are the dominant players reaching 58.3 per cent of households, 53.7 per cent and 22.8 per […]
Wurl has appointed James Grant to the newly created role of SVP, Strategy & Partnerships, Europe. Grant is based in London and will report to Wurl CEO Sean Doherty. In his new role with Wurl, Grant will spearhead the streaming TV company’s EU expansion plans while also overseeing its current distribution platform and content provider […]
WildEarth has agreed a deal with Rakuten TV to make its content available in 40 territories in Europe and in Japan. WildEarth will further extend its coverage by being available on the VoD and streaming platform which is accessible on Smart TV devices from Samsung and LG. Initial rollout of WildEarth on Rakuten TV is […]
Rakuten TV continues to expand its free ad-supported channel offering and strengthens its sports content proposition with the addition of Tennis Channel and USGA Golf. With these latest acquisitions, Rakuten TV now offers over 100 free linear channels. Sports fans can now watch USGA Golf and Tennis channel 24/7 alongside the broad portfolio of content […]
Rakuten TV, the European VoD platform, has announced the stars of their new sports free documentary series Champions, which features six European leading women’s football players. With women’s football enjoying a sharp rise in popularity in recent years, the documentary series will explore the highs and lows of the sport. Leading players from a selection […]
SPI International has announced the launch of their ad-supported movie service Filmstream on Rakuten TV. Filmstream will initially be available via Rakuten TV in 42 European countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Sweden. Viewers will be able to watch Filmstream on Rakuten Smart TV app through Samsung and […]
Rakuten TV has announced the expansion of its AVoD offering with the launch of more than 90 free linear channels in 42 European markets. The line-up will vary in each territory, comprising a variety of categories, including Movies, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Music, Sports, News, TV Shows and Kids. The offer will bring together top global brands, […]
ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) and Rakuten have announced the signing of a broad long-term agreement, which includes the launch of Nick+, Nickelodeon’s kids’ streaming service, on Rakuten’s VoD platform Rakuten TV in Japan, covering mobile, STB/dongle, web and Smart TV devices. The partnership also includes the creation of a dedicated Nickelodeon zone on Japan’s leading […]