At MIPCOM 2024, Maria Rua Aguete, Head of Media and Entertainment at Omdia, highlighted Brazil’s rapid rise in the free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) market. Brazil is projected to triple its FAST revenue from $119 million (€110m) in 2024 to $303 million by 2029, and the country is set to become the third-largest FAST market […]
Following the launch of Warner Bros Discovery’s (WBD) Max streaming service across Latin America in Q1 2024 (replacing HBO Max) the service saw a notable jump in subscribers. But while the overall region saw growth of 2.8 million subscribers year-over-year (13 per cent) in Q2, Ampere Analysis reports that one country in particular has emerged […]
Tale Wind studio has signed a distribution deal with Cultura TV for its main IP Turbozaurs, marking its official entry into the Brazilian market. This partnership will bring the adventurous world of Turbozaurs to Brazilian audiences, enhancing the channel’s lineup with engaging content for children and families. Turbozaurs, known for its vibrant animation and captivating […]
China’s GalaxySpace is reportedly talking to Brazil’s Ministry of Telecommunications about potential collaboration. The discussions include technology transfer and the development of satellites for Brazil which itself seeks to diversify the supply of services. China GalaxySpace launched 18 satellites (‘Thousand Sails’) in August but has plans for an initial fleet of around 648 craft which […]
ITV Studios has announced that its globally successful dating format My Mum, Your Dad has been commissioned by Globoplay in Brazil. Produced locally by Formata the Brazilian edition will be the third new international market this year to bring the heartwarming show to viewers. Production is already underway and the series is set to launch on […]
Intelsat operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, successfully provided an innovative two-continent IntelsatOne IP hybrid service seamlessly delivering live, video content from the iconic Paris Summer Games to Brazil. “Broadcasters and programmers are looking for reliable and cost-effective alternatives to contribute and distribute video feeds regionally and globally, inclusive […]
Video solutions provider, Accedo, has worked with Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão (SBT), the Brazilian TV network, to refresh and launch its new OTT video offering, +SBT. The video service was launched on August 19th, surpassing the 1 million download mark, making it the top free app downloaded in Brazil in Apple and Google Store. +SBT […]
Comments made by critics of Brazil’s government on X has resulted in Starlink being banned in the country. There are a reported 250,000 users of Starlink in Brazil, and Elon Musk says that SpaceX will continue to support them and not charge a monthly fee while the dispute continues. Musk said: “SpaceX and X are […]
Harmonic has announced that Globo, the media conglomerate in Brazil, is migrating its playout workflow to the cloud with Harmonic. Harmonic’s cloud-native VOS Media Software is enabling Globo to launch linear playout channels faster, increase its workflow efficiencies and reduce expenses. “Today, Globo’s linear channels reach over 100 million people across multiple platforms, and we […]
Azul, the Brazilian airline and Viasat, a specialist in satellite communications, have announced that seven aircraft in Azul’s new Airbus A330-900neo fleet will be equipped with Viasat’s trusted Ka-band in-flight connectivity solution, with the first aircraft scheduled to enter service next year. Consistent with the in-flight Wi-Fi offering on Azul’s other aircraft types equipped with […]