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Number of households streaming video globally exceeds 250 million 01 March 2018
According to reports, the number of households worldwide paying for streaming video now exceeds 250 million. The report also suggests that the number will reach about 300 million by the end of 2018 and more than 450 million by 2022, all thanks to the growing popularity of online video platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, …
Korean cable TV network JTBC signs content deal with Viu 02 February 2018
Viu, the subsidiary of PCCW Media has inked a deal with Korean cable TV network JTBC. The collaboration is noted for being the largest content deal that JTBC has signed in Asia. JTBC, which is known for its popular high-rating variety shows, through its fresh and original content has become one of the top five …
Indian OTT market goes regional 05 January 2018
Indian OTT market grew by leaps and bounds in the year 2017. One major reason behind this is the advent of Reliance Jio – the recent star from the Reliance Group of Industries which telecom giant which disrupted the sub-continent’s telecom scenario. Jio’s coverage and plans ensured that OTT players could receive the best reception …
Viu to release original Arabic content 29 November 2017
PCCW-owned video-on-demand (VOD) service Viu is all set to introduce original Arabic content for viewers in the Middle East. The streaming service has already launched Viu Originals in Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, with more than 3,000 hours of original content across Asia. These countries will now be joined by Arab nations such …
HMV Digital China launches a video streaming platform 03 March 2017
Hong Kong’s largest music and DVD retailer HMV Digital China Group has launched an online bilingual video streaming platform – “Hmvod” in order to compete with Netflix and other video streaming services in Hong Kong. The new OTT service offers 1,500 films and plans to expand further by 2018, offering 5,000 videos from Hong Kong productions to Hollywood …
