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India’s ACT launches 4K TV streaming service
ACT Fibernet has launched a new 4K Android TV box with ultra-high definition entertainment to its customers with Netflix and Google Play streaming support.
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Fox pushes D2C strategy with $265M acquisition of Credible Labs
Fox Corporation has unveiled plans to buy a 67% stake in leading consumer finance firm Credible Labs, as part of the American TV broadcasting company’s digital strategy.
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CBS and Viacom merger “moves closer” with management agreement
CBS and Viacom have reportedly reached an agreement on the management structure should the two companies agree to a merger.
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Disney, Viacom and News Corp release company results
5 - 9 Aug: Your guide to what’s happening this week in the media, entertainment and technology industry.
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BT Sport offers “Ultimate” HDR experience for Premier League coverage
BT Sport has launched a new channel which will deliver ultra-high definition, high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound for live sport.
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Leader acquires test and measurement firm Phabrix
Leader Electronics has acquired Phabrix, a manufacturer of video and audio broadcast test and measurement instruments.
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Adobe AR, iPlayer and Locast lawsuit
29 Jul - 2 Aug: Your guide to what’s happening this week in the media, entertainment and technology industry.
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OTT: Challenges and opportunities
The pressure is on to deliver OTT services that meet the expectations of consumers – platforms with great usability, high quality of experience and essential features. Second best won’t cut it in this cutthroat and competitive market. But where do you start?
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Avid appoints new board director
Aspera founder and Emmy Award winner Michelle Munson has joined Avid’s board of directors.
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Pluto TV launches three UK channels from stablemate Channel 5
Viacom-owned Pluto TV is set to launch three new UK channels based on content from stablemate Channel 5.
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Frot-Coutaz: YouTube’s priority is tackling harmful content
YouTube’s “number one priority” is making sure it protects its users from harmful content, according to Cecile Frot-Coutaz, head of EMEA at the platform.
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CTA boss: US and China are in artificial intelligence “battle”
The US is caught up in a “battle” with China over the future of artificial intelligence, according to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA).
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CBS agrees carriage deal with Altice
CBS has struck a carriage deal with cable provider Altice, but its blackout on AT&T looks set to continue.
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Tokyo broadcasters to trial simultaneous OTT news
Five major TV networks in Tokyo are set to trial simultaneous online streaming of their primary evening news shows in January.
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Tesla to offer in-car Netflix and YouTube
Tesla drivers will soon be able to watch Netflix and YouTube on their vehicles’ dashboard display, according to company founder Elon Musk.
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Ofcom adds TV participant protection rules
Ofcom wants broadcasters to take better care of people who take part in factual and entertainment shows amid growing concern about the welfare of those who appear on TV.
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Indian government holds consultation on National Broadcast Policy regulation
India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has opened talks with members of the India broadcasting and media industry about creating a National Broadcast Policy.
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Andy Serkis honoured with IBC’s highest accolade
The IBC2019 International Honour for Excellence will be awarded to director, producer and actor Andy Serkis.
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DISH to enter mobile fray with $5bn deal for Sprint’s assets
DISH Network has reached a deal with Sprint to buy its pre-paid businesses in the US, paving the way for the mobile operator to complete its merger with T-Mobile.
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SoftBank unveils $108bn tech investment fund
SoftBank Group has launched a second investment fund as it looks to back further development of market-leading, tech-enabled growth companies.