The Disney+ SVoD service has been live for nearly two weeks in the US, Canada and The Netherlands. Data from Apptopia, a provider of app analytics, estimates the mobile app has been downloaded 15.5 million times and has generated $5 million (€4.5m) through in-app purchases. Apptopia notes that its revenue data is always post app […]
Ampere Analysis has conducted research into the strategies of the digital studios – the creators of ‘made-for-social’ video. It’s a challenging, fast-paced market, where control of IP and the ability to diversify across platforms and revenue sources are essential to success. The report is based on analysis of 60 digital studio groups and their channels, […]
Starz, a Lionsgate company, has rolled out its new international StarzPlay app in the UK, Brazil, France, Germany and Mexico with plans to launch in an additional 20 countries in 2020. “Starz has experienced great success with the Starz app domestically, remaining ahead of the streaming curve with more than 5.6 million OTT customers to […]
Viacom18, an entertainment network in India, is all set to expand its digital ecosystem with the launch of its first subscription play – VOOT Kids. “Viacom18 has grown over the years by focussing on white spaces that are challenging and yet have tremendous potential. As a network, we have been the undisputed leader in kids’ […]
Sky and the BBC have agreed a new partnership that will see the two broadcasters collaborate across content and technology. As part of the wide-ranging partnership, the BBC iPlayer app and connected red-button service are launching on Sky Q, Sky’s next-generation TV platform, offering Sky customers the full BBC iPlayer and red-button experience. Sky viewers […]
Sky Q is bringing the best music apps together with the launch of the new XITE app – an interactive music video platform where users can discover, curate and play music videos, all in one place. With the XITE music video app, music fans can experience a personalised video experience on the big screen. Customers […]
Samsung has confirmed that Netflix will no longer be supported on some of its older smart TV models. From December 1st, the Netflix app will no longer work on some 2010 and 2011 models. Samsung wrote on its support page: “Due to technical limitations, Netflix will no longer be supported on 2010 and 2011 TVs […]
Sabio, the technology and media company behind App Science, has announced the launch of App Science TV, the company’s advanced TV solution. Sabio says its AppScience Graph approach brings a new level of insights to the TV landscape. The App Science platform was developed to analyse the app ecosystem, locations, and other consumer behaviours from […]
As the Formula One circus pitched up in Austin, Texas, for the US Grand Prix, ESPN and Formula 1 revealed they have forged a new agreement that will keep the FIA Formula One World Championship on ESPN and ABC through 2022. F1 returned to the ESPN networks in 2018, seeing double-digit television viewership growth in […]
An electronics retailer in Singapore has been convicted of selling illegal streaming devices (ISDs), which provided access to illegal broadcasts of Premier League football and other entertainment content. Synnex Trading and its Director Jia Xiaofeng were found guilty of four criminal charges of copyright infringement. Jia was sentenced to 12 weeks in jail and ordered […]