Online TV network Netflix has introduced ‘Profiles’, a new feature that aims to make it easier for everyone in the household to get the most out of the service. Netflix members can now create a separate ‘profile’ for each member of their household, who will each see a uniquely personalised experience based upon their individual […]
Incognito Software, a global provider of broadband software provisioning and service activation solutions, has released The Growth of OTT Content: Opportunities and Challenges for Service Providers, a report detailing the findings from its recent ‘OTT Challenges and Opportunities’ survey, which examines the impact that over-the-top (OTT) content is having on the current business models of […]
Media management and global content delivery service provider GlobeCast has confirmed the release of an application to allow its MyGlobeTV service to be accessed on any Internet-connected device. MyGlobeTV is a consumer television service available in the United States that delivers a broad range of international and genre-based audiovisual content from around the world directly […]
By taking a page from Netflix—and by settling for lower profit margins—Cox Communications’ new flareWatch over-the-top (OTT) TV service could show the entire pay-TV industry how to mitigate the threat from OTT, according to information and analytics provider IHS. FlareWatch is the first US pay-TV operator-provided OTT subscription TV service that is not tied to […]
According to research firm YouGov, sector players controlling hardware and content will be in the strongest position to benefit from changing trends in media consumption. The current fragmented market will also be consolidated, suggests the company, with major players set to shake-up the market. The future of content on demand is likely to see increased […]
The BBC has confirmed plans to premiere all of BBC Three’s scripted comedy shows on its iPlayer service before they are shown on TV. The channel’s controller Zai Bennett said: “BBC Three audiences are digitally savvy, and view our programmes in a number of different ways online and on the go. Premiering our scripted comedies […]
StreamingMedia.com has published a new report with Unisphere Research analysing the results of its recent survey on OTT video and security trends, with pay-TV operators, content owners and technology providers offering insight into the current and future state of OTT video, and exploring continuing challenges and opportunities. The report, sponsored by Verimatrix, reveals that the number of companies involved in […]
Following the positive response to its first set of TV pilots, Amazon Studios has confirmed it will produce five more original pilots for kids, including the first pilots for ages 6-11. The new pilots come from Emmy Award-winning creators as well as a Hollywood newcomer discovered though Amazon Studios’ open-door submission process. The pilots will stream on […]
ITV has revealed a 16 per cent rise in half-year profits to £270 million, saying it expected to reverse a three per cent drop in net advertising revenues in the first half of the year with growth of 12 per cent in July and 20 per cent in August. The UK commercial broadcaster is set […]
Australian pay-TV operator Foxtel has confirmed that its Foxtel Play OTT service has gone live ahead of its official launch on August 11th. Foxtel Play aims to allow a larger number of Australians access to Foxtel’s programming. Delivered over the Internet initially to eligible Samsung Smart TVs, Xbox 360 and PC and Mac computers, Foxtel […]