IPTV is the main platform for pay TV distribution in Spain with 4.6 million subscribers out of the total 6.8 million pay TV customers, according to the latest figures from the CNMC. Nine out of ten IP pay TV subscribers have a pay TV service within a convergent package. IP pay TV made sales of […]
The UK government has scrapped plans to use strict age verification checks to stop under-18s viewing adult content online. It said the policy, which was initially set to launch in April 2018, would “not be commencing” after repeated delays, and fears it wouldn’t even work. The so-called ‘porn blocker’ would have forced commercial porn providers […]
Channel 4 has opened its new National HQ in Leeds. At an event for staff, partners and producers from the region, Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon officially marked the opening of the new base, with a large new office opened in the West Gate development this week which will be the temporary home until the […]
O2 has become the latest MNO to launch its 5G network in the UK, introducting its new high-speed network in six towns and cities. The operator has started its rollout in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Slough and Leeds and has vowed to reach 20 locations by the end of the year. The company said it […]
Uber and LinkedIn have joined the ranks of the world’s most valuable brands as they made their debut in the 2019 Interbrand Best Global Brands Report. But the 20th edition of the Best Global Brands report was less welcome for Facebook at #14 which dropped out of the top 10. Apple, Google and Amazon
30,000 satellites is not a typo Elon Musk, rocket man, Tesla man, Hyperloop man, and a highly enthusiastic backer of getting mankind onto Mars, now says that his original plan for his ‘Starlink’ broadband by satellite’ scheme for 12,000 satellites isn’t quite enough. He is asking the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) for permission to launch […]
Seasoned industry executive Shane McCarthy has been appointed to the role of Chief Operating Officer for digital platform security specialist Irdeto’s video entertainment business. A developer by background, McCarthy previously held a number of roles at Pace, including the President of the International Business, where he achieved strong growth on the way to building a […]
IABM has released its latest Buying Trends Report – built on analysis of qualitative evidence gathered from broadcast and media companies immediately prior to IBC 2019, together with quantitative data drawn from their latest financial filings. The report’s findings reflect the ongoing radical shift in the demand side of the industry: revenue growth decreased by […]
The gaming accessories market continues its ascent, with 76 million units shipped worldwide in 2018, according to the Gaming Headsets and Accessories report from research firm Futuresource Consulting. This represents an increase of 22 per cent on 2017, generating a retail value of $3.1 billion from a combination of headsets, speakers, keyboards and mice. “Gaming […]
With the Marvel Cinematic Universe evolving its roster – including several new, original shows on the Disney+ streaming service – it leaves fans wondering what comes next. One of the best ways to gauge audience expectations around this is through social media conversations. To see what Marvel projects generated the most engagement/volume, social media analytics […]