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Netflix takes a slow and steady approach for Africa 16 March 2018
According to New York-based Pivotal Research Group, Netflix will be taking some time to gain a meaningful foothold on the African continent which is struggling with low penetration rates of the fast and affordable internet. Africa accounts for a minuscule … Continue reading
All major TV networks to launch digital platform by 2022 16 March 2018
According to a report, considering the unbundling of cable TV packages, almost all major TV network will launch OTT platform by 2022. The OTT powered direct-to-consumer services will be built on the services that have already been launched such as … Continue reading
India becomes the fastest growing market for Amazon Prime Video 14 March 2018
Amazon names India as the fastest growing market for its online video streaming platform Prime Video. Amazon has acquired original Hindi content which has paid dividends. Currently, Prime Videos’ library boasts content in five regional languages. James Farrell, content head, … Continue reading
Algérie Telecom to provide VOD service via Algérie Télécom Satellite (ATS) 14 March 2018
Algérie Télécom Satellite (ATS), a subsidiary of Algérie Telecom is aiming to introduce a triple play service which will include internet, telephone, and (video-on-demand) VOD service. ATS is planning to offer this pack with the help of a digital modulator … Continue reading
OTT consumers to hit 4 million mark by 2020 13 March 2018
According to a report, the number of “digital only consumers” India to reach 4 million by 2020 all thanks to smartphone penetration and affordable data pricing in the country. The report also revealed that there are currently 1-1.5 million “ … Continue reading
Red Bee Media to offer OTT services across Middle East 13 March 2018
Red Bee Media is all set to roll out new over-the-top (OTT) and film services the Middle East. Red bee’s OTT platform provides streaming facility to broadcasters where TV and video content are can be accessed from customer’s device. The … Continue reading
Subscribers of Sky get an access to Netflix via Sky Q 12 March 2018
According to Sky, customers in the UK and Ireland can access Netflix in the coming year via Sky Q. However, it won’t be offered as a separate app for set-top boxes like BT and Virgin Media. The online video streaming … Continue reading
Netflix plans to spend $8 billion on original content to take on media giants 12 March 2018
Streaming giant Netflix plans to spend nearly $8 billion on programming especially in creating original content. Also, it plans to have 30 local language originals, up from 8 last year. The subscriber base of Netflix is growing by leaps and … Continue reading
AMC network debuts in FuboTV 09 March 2018
The base package of Fubo TV will soon to offer channels from AMC Network. Fubo will also allow its subscribers to add Sundance Now, and Shudder, two of AMC owned streaming services to their video package. While Fubo will add … Continue reading
Abott becomes LatAm’s first OTT association 09 March 2018
Over-the-top (OTT) service providers in Brazil have formed an association named as Abott which is first of its kind in Latin America region. Although the association currently features local audio and video content segments, online streaming giants such as Netflix, … Continue reading
