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Xstream launching version 7 of MediaMaker video management system,

Xstream, the premium provider of OTT and TV Everywhere services, are launching version 7 of their award winning video management system, MediaMaker at IBC in Amsterdam. The new version comes with a wide selection of features adding value and further leverage monetization to their customers OTT and TV Everywhere solutions. “We are really proud to […]

September 6, 2013

Telestream Vantage automates VoD catch-up service for Canal+

Telestream, a provider of video transcoding and workflow solutions, has announced that French television service provider Canal+ selected its Vantage workflow automation platform running on Lightspeed Servers with Pipeline encoding appliances for deployment of a new VoD catch-up service. The opportunity to expand services at Canal+ arose in 2012 when two free-to-air channels became available […]

September 6, 2013

Nova builds high-volume HD channel playout on Harmonic video delivery infrastructure

Harmonic, a player in video delivery infrastructure, has announced that Nova, the largest 3play provider and pay-tv operator in Greece, has selected Harmonic storage and playout server systems to enable its transition to reliable, streamlined HD ingest and playout. Installed at Nova premises in Athens, the Harmonic equipment forms the heart of playout operations and […]

September 6, 2013

itsmy.TV Gamecenter launched on devices of international CE-manufacturers with FOXXUM

itsmy.TV, the cloud-based TV games service for internet-ready devices from Munich, starts with a wide range of games for the whole family on the Smart TV platforms of FOXXUM and thus on CE devices of leading international manufacturers like Hama, Hisense, MEDION and Kathrein Technotrend. The games are played with the TV remote control – […]

September 6, 2013

Rohde & Schwarz SpycerBox for 4K broadcast workflows

On booth 7.E25 at this year’s IBC, Rohde & Schwarz DVS GmbH (DVS) will present an unprecedented level of new features for its modular SpycerBox storage solution. Thanks to its openness, high level of accessibility and incredible performance, the SpycerBox is perfectly suited for broadcast and post production workflows. The integration of LTO drives combined […]

September 5, 2013

Manintveld appointed Head of M&A and Business Development of TDF Media Services

TDF has appointed Bastian Manintveld as Head of M&A and Business Development of its Media Services division. The appointment of Mr Manintveld, a leading television executive, signals a focus on growth for TDF Media Services whose footprint includes more than 500 employees across 9 countries. Manintveld said, “I am honoured and excited to lead the […]

September 5, 2013

TelcoVision announces keynote speakers for 2013

TelcoVision (formerly TelcoTV), the industry’s largest conference and expo focused on mid-tier broadband network service providers, announces the initial keynote speaker lineup, including executives from AT&T, American Cable Association, NetScout and NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association (NTCA). Produced by UBM Tech and NTCA, TelcoVision is happening October 23-25 at the Las Vegas Hotel. For more information, […]

September 5, 2013

NTT deal signals growth success for Cornish software development team Headforwards

Investment in Cornwall’s data infrastructure appears to be reaping returns as global organisations move their software development work into the area. Headforwards, a software development outsourcing company, has announced it has signed a new deal with NTT Europe, a subsidiary of NTT Communications, the international and long-distance arm of NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation). […]

September 5, 2013

Foxxum and Tweek personalised video discovery

Today’s Internet connected TV experience introduces masses of generic and special interest content from live TV, video on demand and online video services. Content discovery becomes essential, however various related solutions leave consumers with a dilemma of choice. Responding to the increasing importance of content personalisation, international Smart TV solutions specialist Foxxum and TV discovery market […]

September 4, 2013

Levira and Horse1 sign agreement

Levira and Horse1 have signed an agreement, whereby Levira starts playout of a new horse themed channel Horse1 for Nordic markets as of September 23rd. Levira, one of the largest independent providers of TV playout and media management services in the Northern Europe, was selected by Horse1 to provide the playout service for its new […]

September 4, 2013