SiriusXM set to acquire music streaming service Pandora 25 September 2018

Satellite radio company SiriusXM  has agreed to buy music streaming company Pandora at about $3.5 billion. With the deal, Sirius can tap into the mobile strength of Pandora while helping it in areas such as making personalized listening recommendations. The … Continue reading

Revenue from music streaming posts sharp rise in H1 2018 24 September 2018

According to research reports, music industry market recently has seen an upsurge in revenue generation. Music streaming has contributed 75% of all the industry revenue. Revenues grew from $4.2 billion to $4.6 billion, up at 10% on a yearly basis … Continue reading

Bengali OTT platform Hoichoi enters foreign markets 24 September 2018

Bengali OTT Platform content provider, Hoichoi is all set to roll out its regional video on demand offerings to global audiences particularly the Bengali speaking diasporas. Hoichoi is entering UAE and Bangladesh market with original web-series. Backed by SVF, eastern … Continue reading

TV OS War: Are Apple, Microsoft & Google really interested? 24 September 2018

The world is getting smarter. Holding an iPhone X can be a status symbol, but if you don’t have a smart TV in your living room, then an Apple flagship can hardly defend you against the troll. The global smart … Continue reading

Hulu live TV subscribers crosses 1 million 21 September 2018

Streaming giant Hulu has surpassed 1 million subscribers for its Live TV service. The live streaming service was launched in May 2017 and it offers more than 60 live and cable channels. Packaged at $40 for month, Hulu with Live … Continue reading

Video streaming platform Netflix and Amazon spark UK TV boom 21 September 2018

According to research reports, the British TV production sector has witnessed a boost in content consumption thanks to number of programs commissioned by online video streaming platform such as Amazon Prime and Netflix. Netflix and Amazon Prime have altogether spent … Continue reading

Netflix available on Sky after much speculation 20 September 2018

Video streaming giant Netflix finally debuts on Sky as a direct link six months after its partnership with the satellite TV operator. The OTT platform will be available to Q bundle. Sky’s most expensive package for an extra £10 monthly … Continue reading

Online content consumption to clock $129 billion by 2023 20 September 2018

Global OTT revenue is estimated to touch $129 billion in 2023 if reports are to believed. The forecast is more than double than the numbers recorded in 2017. In fact, $16 billion will be only added this year alone. According … Continue reading

ProSiebenSat.1 choose MPP Global to drive OTT platform sales 19 September 2018

German media house ProSiebenSat.1 has chosen UK-based subscription and billing solutions provider MPP Global to drive its new OTT platform sales. ProSiebenSat.1 provides free-to-air commercial TV channels, radio stations, pay TV channels, and related print businesses. 7TV, the new OTT … Continue reading

BT extends partnership with UKTV for enhanced selection of VOD shows 19 September 2018

UK telecom group, BT has announced a long term partnership with UKTV for enhancing catch-up VoD offering for its TV customers. UKTV has a vast portfolio of channels including Gold, W, Alibi, and Eden. with this deal, users can get … Continue reading