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FACT targets illegal IPTV resellers across Ireland

Anti-piracy organisation FACT and Sky have delivered legal warnings to 10 suspected illegal IPTV resellers across Ireland in the latest phase of their campaign against content piracy. Illegal IPTV resellers sell subscriptions directly to members of the public, giving them unauthorised access to premium television, films and live sport. The latest enforcement action targeted individuals […]

July 15, 2026By Colin Mann

Zappware powers Android TV launcher on Orange Belgium TV Box

Zappware Entertainment Group International (ZEGi), a leading provider of end-to-end multiscreen TV solutions, has announced its contribution to the new Orange Belgium TV Box, which has now launched commercially. ZEGi delivered the operator-customised launcher and TV applications that give Orange customers a consistent, branded experience on top of the Android TV ecosystem. The new eco-friendly […]

July 13, 2026

SES expands ASTRA TV line-up in Spain

SES is adding regional Spanish channels to its existing Free-To-View offering as well as launching ‘next-generation’ hybrid set-top boxes. SES has added a bundle of 14 new regional channels in HD and some in UHD quality to ASTRA TV, offering viewers a broad mix of news, culture and entertainment from regions and cities across Spain. […]

June 23, 2026By Chris Forrester

Report: Pixel Value Reduction can increase video watch time

A report from InterDigital, a wireless, video and AI technology research and development company, and CCS Insight, the analyst firm, explores how energy aware display technology can alleviate the growing sustainability and infrastructure challenges driven by rising global video consumption. The report, titled Enabling Energy-Aware Display Technology in a Sustainable World, reveals that InterDigital’s AI-enabled […]

April 15, 2026

DTVKit, EKT to demo ATSC 3.0 Android Reference Integration at NAB

DTVKit and EKT have announced a joint demonstration at the NAB Show, showcasing the latest ATSC 3.0 Android Reference Integration designed to accelerate NEXTGEN TV development for global manufacturers. A Robust, Ready to Evaluate ATSC 3.0 Android Environment The demonstration brings together DTVKit’s shared-source, royalty-free ATSC 3.0 software stack with EKT’s proven set-top box expertise, offering […]

April 14, 2026

Study: Strong interest in NEXTGEN TV converter boxes

A new study of over-the-air television viewers in the US finds strong interest in an affordable NEXTGEN TV converter box, with 81 per cent of respondents saying they would purchase a converter box to maintain access to their free local broadcast TV stations. Pearl TV is working with several manufacturers to develop a range of […]

March 19, 2026

Humax launching Aura EZ 4K TV Recorder with Freely

Humax has unveiled the Humax Aura EZ 4K TV Recorder with Freely – available to pre-order from authorised Humax retailers. Users can simply plug in Aura EZ and access thousands of hours of live and on-demand TV. When connected to an aerial, this new Humax device enables viewers to record up to four channels while […]

February 12, 2026

Manhattan TV launching Aero 4K TV Streamer with Freely

Manhattan TV, the British TV device specialist, has announced that the Aero 4K TV Streamer with Freely – the free streaming platform backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5 – will launch in February. Users can connect Aero to their broadband network over Wi-Fi, with no aerial or satellite dish required, to gain […]

January 27, 2026By Nik Roseveare

Telenor, KAON, ADB launch T-We Boks III STB

Telenor, in partnership with KAON and ADB, has launched the T-We Boks III to the Norwegian market, a next-generation set-top box (STB) that combines advanced technology, eco-friendly design, and an enhanced entertainment experience for households across Norway. This launch also marks the foundation for a unified Nordic TV platform, with upcoming deployments planned for Telenor […]

January 16, 2026

ISDs seized in Johannesburg raid

Police in Lenasia, Johannesburg, have confiscated hundreds of illegal streaming devices valued at some R546,000 (€25,600). The seizure included Android TV boxes that were preloaded with pirated content from MultiChoice and other streaming services, as well as remotes, cables, USB sticks, a laptop, and a cellphone. The raid was carried out by the Hawks, a […]

November 13, 2025By Colin Mann