Over The Top (OTT)

Roku reveals key trends for Streaming Day 22 May 2017

A survey by Roku was released to celebrate Streaming Day on 20 May that was based on finding who and what influences people most when it comes to deciding what to watch. Some of its findings were: 56% of respondents … Continue reading

Music on Demand service launched by PEO TV in Sri Lanka 22 May 2017

New Music on demand – (MOD) service is being introduced by Sri Lankan service provider PEO TV. MOD gives users the opportunity to click on the MOD option on the main menu and enables them to purchase their favorite music … Continue reading

Standalone SVOD service on Claro Video launched by Fox in MÉXICO 22 May 2017

Fox Networks Group (FNG) Latin America announced introduction of its SVOD platform FOX Premium on Claro Video (América Móvil) service in Mexico. Through Mexican OTT, broadband users can subscribe to FOX Premium, without having to subscribe to pay TV services. … Continue reading

Technological and Monetization Challenges – Live Streaming Summit 22 May 2017

Sourced from an article authored by Nadine Krefetz where she looks at the technological and monetization challenges discussed at the Live Streaming Summit held at Streaming Media East, here’s a summary of the highlights of the event. The four panelists … Continue reading

Canada’s Bell becomes the latest telecom to move towards OTT 19 May 2017

The latest from North American telecom: Canada’s Bell, is that it will deliver an over-the-top (OTT) video service with an app-based mobile platform from $14.95 a month and will include 30 channels plus all major Canadian and U.S broadcast network’s … Continue reading

VOD regulation debate ongoing in Brazil 19 May 2017

Recommendations on a national video-on-demand (VOD) regulation that would affect every over-the-top (OTT) player delivering video in the country have been announced by Ancine (Brazilian audiovisual agency). This regulation will affect every OTT player providing video in Brazil. It comes … Continue reading

Hulu seeks to enhance the TV experience with it’s live TV service 18 May 2017

During its newfront presentation as reported by Streaming Media, two weeks ago, Hulu launched its live service, which offers subscribers over 50 live channels and the company’s on-demand library for $40 per month. Although it looked like a simple combining … Continue reading

VOD included in Pluto TV’s OTT Mix 18 May 2017

Pluto TV is adding on to its linear-style OTT offering a free ad-based VOD service which will include movies and TV shows from partners like Lionsgate, MGM and Warner Bros. This will bring it to closer competition with on-demand services … Continue reading

Is the world and our wallets ready to welcome hi-fidelity streaming? 18 May 2017

Tidal was one of the first streaming services to support high-fidelity audio streaming. It promoted hi-fi audio streaming by assuring its listeners of better audio quality. However the problem is that, despite Jay Z’s best efforts, Tidal still continues to … Continue reading