News – Page 81
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NewsDPP unveils report on localisation
The DPP has released a new report challenging the media and entertainment industry to collaborate more on localisation.
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NewsCharter to launch AMC SVoD and ad-free services
AMC Networks has announced a deal with Charter Communications to boost the distribution for its ad-free AMC Premiere and subscription streaming services.
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NewsMachine learning audio software firm secures $3.3m funding
Audio repair software developer Accusonus has raised $3.3 million in Series A funding.
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NewsCommanding the future with next-generation voice control
Optimising voice control for a seamless and authentic user experience whilst driving new TV revenues is explored in the latest IBC365 webinar, with experts from Liberty Global, BBC and Nuance.
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NewsApple TV+ launches 1 Nov & Niantic’s Pokemon Go surpasses $3bn
28 Oct - 1 Nov: Your guide to what’s happened this week in the media, entertainment and technology industry.
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NewsPinewood ends Wales studio deal
Pinewood Group is to end its involvement with the studio complex in Wales as the facilities firm continues to focus on developing its south east England sites.
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NewsHaivision to buy LightFlow from Epic Labs
Video steaming solutions provider Haivision has struck a deal to acquire AI and cloud orchestration firm LightFlow from Epic Labs.
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NewsVivendi readies for DTH launch in Ukraine
French conglomerate Vivendi is preparing to launch its own direct-to-home (DTH) service in Ukraine by signing a preliminary agreement with Eutelsat to provide services for the platform.
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NewsUS DoD partners Verizon to deliver Forces network over IP
The United States Department of Defense has agreed a multi-year partnership with telco giant Verizon and the Defense Media Activity (DMA) to deliver content to overseas service members and their families.
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NewsBelden confirms plans to divest Grass Valley
Belden has announced its plans to sell live media business Grass Valley in a bid to save $40 million annually after strategically reviewing its business portfolio.
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NewsHBO and Sky strike new EU programming deal
Comcast-owned European pay-TV giant Sky and WarnerMedia’s HBO have renewed their long-running output deal.
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NewsViacom inks short-form content production deal with Facebook
Facebook Watch will showcase a slate of new commissioned short-form content after inking a deal with Viacom Digital Studios “to drive engagement.”
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NewsSony shutters PlayStation Vue platform amid streaming competition
Sony has scrapped video streaming service PlayStation Vue amid increased competition in the global streaming market.
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NewsNetflix responds to viewing speed criticism
Netflix has responded to criticism from filmmakers over a feature it has been testing that allows viewers to vary the speed at which they watch TV and films.
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NewsSVoD and pay-TV thrive in Spain
Consumer spend is forecasted to exceed €3 billion in 2019 for the first time in the Spanish entertainment market, according to a report by Futuresource.
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NewsDAZN inks boxing content deal with Snapchat
OTT sports streaming service DAZN has confirmed its partnership with Snapchat including two new series and behind the scenes access, highlights and recaps for boxing fans in the US.
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NewsEndemol Shine Group acquired by Banijay
French production group Banijay has acquired global production company Endemol Shine Group to create a worldwide premium player in content production and entertainment.
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NewsNASA and AWS demo astronaut video call
SMPTE 2019: NASA and AWS carried out a live video call from the International Space Station to the SMPTE 2019 conference using cloud data storage and video origination from space.
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NewsCEBIT Australia showcase & Apple to release earnings
28 Oct - 1 Nov: Your guide to what’s happening this week in the media, entertainment and technology industry.
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NewsNHK to “mass produce” 8K content
SMPTE 2019: NHK developed its own 8K camera system after the Japanese broadcaster decided to shoot upcoming sports broadcasts in the country in the format. At SMPTE 2019, NHK spoke about the key elements of the format.
