Internet transforming traditional TV viewing habits in MENA 08 May 2017
The increased usage of smartphone and internet has transformed TV viewing patterns in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), according to Frost & Sullivan. According to research conducted by the business consulting firm, the large, young population present in … Continue reading
Low bandwidth streaming technology to be introduced by Netflix for developing countries 08 May 2017
Netflix is all set to improve video delivery in India by introducing a new technology that will work with slow internet connections without compromising on the quality. This new technology will let consumers stream massive amounts of video content (upto … Continue reading
Spending on VOD to hit $32.3 billion in 2017! 08 May 2017
A study conducted by Gartner Inc suggests that Global spending on VOD services will total $32.3 billion in 2017, a 22.3% increase from 2016. According to Gartner, internet- delivered linear TV services that have already been launched in India and … Continue reading
Hulu and Twitter launch their respective live video streaming services 08 May 2017
Hulu’s live TV streaming service has been launched in beta in the U.S. which includes more than 50 live and on demand channels, priced at US$39.99 (€36.60) per month. Viewers that subscribe to this package also get Hulu’s existing $7.99 … Continue reading
Comcast adds KidStream to its VOD service 04 May 2017
Kids and parents now have a new, affordable destination for high quality, safe, and imaginative entertainment with Kidstream, a robust collection of favorite children’s television series from around the globe. The new subscription VOD service recently debuted on Comcast’s Xfinity On … Continue reading
MTN decommission’s VOD service MTN VU 04 May 2017
Following a review of its digital strategy, MTN SA has taken a decision to decommission its video on demand service known as MTN VU. The service will be discontinued effective 03 May 2017. In line with the ongoing review of … Continue reading
Fox launches Fox+ Streaming service 04 May 2017
Fox Networks Group Asia launched a new on-demand video streaming service today (May 3) that features more than 11,000 hours of the company’s most popular programming across different genres, from Hollywood films to TV dramas to live sports. Known as … Continue reading
Twitter’s new Live Streaming Stadium 04 May 2017
Twitter’s 24/7 sports streaming plans include live games and new video network called “Stadium”. On Monday, Twitter unveiled its streaming plans to advertisers and they included live weekly games from MLB and the WNBA. While it won’t have rights to stream … Continue reading
Disney unveils new Digital Network 04 May 2017
Disney has unveiled the Disney Digital Network, a new home for digital stories that brings together Disney characters and a “curated set” of Maker creators. In an announcement at its Digital Content NewFronts event in New York, Disney said that … Continue reading
Reliance Entertainment’s BigFlix gets a makeover 28 April 2017
Reliance Entertainment’s BigFlix gets a major make-over to become the India’s first multilingual and multi-device HD movie platform. BigFlix seamlessly integrates diversity and entertainment by providing unlimited regional content across a number of platforms, while maintaining a smooth and clean user experience … Continue reading