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Research: 88% European TV/SVoD fiction adaptations based on European works

A report, Adaptations in audiovisual fiction production in Europe – 2023 figures, from the European Audiovisual Observatory, analyses adaptations in European audiovisual fiction production between 2015 and 2023. Its aim was to provide figures and context on the production of audiovisual content in Europe. The report found that 88 per cent of European TV and […]

May 27, 2025

Commissioning boost for BBC regional production

The BBC is introducing changes in network television commissioning to support its commitment to make the biggest possible impact right across the UK. In a blog post, Rhodri Talfan Davies, Director of Nations at the BBC, notes that the Corporation is already by far the biggest commissioner of television programming outside London, investing almost £1 […]

May 27, 2025By Colin Mann

Forecast: Immersive content will stretch wireless networks

The growth in immersive content consumption is set to put a major strain on wireless infrastructure and make way for new enabling innovation, according to a paper released by InterDigital, the mobile and video technology company, and market research firm Futuresource Consulting. The report reveals that as immersive and extended reality (XR) content becomes more […]

May 27, 2025

MwareTV adds Lala Games

MwareTV, a leading provider of IPTV and OTT middleware solutions, has announced an expansion of its TV services by integrating interactive TV games powered by Lala Games. The partnership aims to enhance viewer engagement and provide a new dimension of entertainment for users across various platforms. Lala Games, powered by Gameflix.TV, offers a seamless gaming […]

May 27, 2025

Over 500 exhibitors booked for ANGA COM

ANGA COM 2025, Europe’s leading Exhibition & Conference for Broadband, Television & Online, takes place in Cologne, Germany from June 3rd to 5th. Over500 exhibitors from 42 countries and the broadband, fibre, connectivity and media distribution sectors will be present on more than 25,000 square metres of gross exhibition space. The conference programme offers over […]

May 27, 2025

Ratings success for HBO’s The Last of Us

HBO has reported that its Original series, The Last Of Us, has seen a major influx of viewers, with global audience upon the arrival of Season 2 exceeding over 90 million since Season 1 ended. Season 2 has tallied nearly 37 million global viewers per episode. In the US, the Season 2 finale – which […]

May 27, 2025By Nik Roseveare

HBO casts roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley for TV series

The upcoming Harry Potter TV series from HBO has cast screen newcomers Dominic McLaughlin in the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. Francesca Gardiner, showrunner and executive producer, and Mark Mylod, director of multiple episodes and executive producer, said in a joint statement: “After an extraordinary […]

May 27, 2025By Nik Roseveare

CONCACAF awards production of World Cup qualifiers to Mediapro

CONCACAF, the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football, has once again awarded Mediapro with the production of a major competition. The group will produce and distribute the broadcast signal for 30 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches. The fixtures, taking place from June 4th, are key to deciding which teams will qualify for […]

May 27, 2025

Puffin Rock returning on BBC, RTE

Following the successful launch of seasons one and two, first airing in February this year on CBeebies and iPlayer, the third season of the celebrated animated series Puffin Rock will premiere this autumn, exclusively on CBeebies and BBC iPlayer in the UK and on RTEjr and the RTE Player in Ireland. From Cartoon Saloon and […]

May 27, 2025

How has cinema changed the casino industry?

Not everyone partakes in gambling, but nearly everyone has a clear image of what gambling is, especially in the context of high-end casinos. This is largely thanks to cinema and their decades of including casinos in their stories. Without a doubt, casinos have had their reputation impacted by popular films. This goes for both the […]

May 27, 2025