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Europe seeks new rival to Ariane

Europe already has one rival to its giant Ariane rocket in the form of the Vega mid-sized launcher. However, Vega is itself subject to delays caused by a failure at the end of 2022 and in any case is only good for lower weight or orbital tasks. Stephane Israel, chief executive of Arianespace, questioned the […]

February 6, 2024

Report: European video distributors bet on Total TV

Two-thirds of European video distributors expect to generate a key part of their Total TV (linear and digital) ad revenue from linear investments, according to a study from Telecommunications, Media, and Technology strategy firm Altman Solon. Altman Solon analysed the Total TV advertising ecosystem in several of Europe’s largest markets, including the UK, Germany and […]

February 1, 2024

Adform, Samba TV propel CTV targeting capabilities

Adform, the media buying platform, and Samba TV, a provider of TV technology for audience data and omniscreen measurement, have announced the launch of new CTV targeting capabilities and audience segments on Adform’s DSP. This is the latest innovation in Adform and Samba TV’s longstanding relationship. The new offering will be available on Adform’s platform […]

January 16, 2024

Exploring the charm of virtual casinos in the heart of Europe

Imagine strolling through the quaint streets of a vibrant Belgian city taking in the aroma of fresh waffles in the air, admiring the stunning architecture, and, at any time you choose, you could find an online casino like the casino Belgium to while away the time playing some of your favourite games. From the picturesque […]

January 11, 2024

Zayo Group to bring 100G connectivity to more businesses across Western Europe

Zayo Group, a specialist in fibre network infrastructure, has announced that thousands more businesses throughout Europe will be able to access up to 100G connectivity thanks to its near-net expansion. This development will enhance connectivity options for businesses across the UK & Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany and France, providing robust and high-speed network solutions to […]

January 9, 2024

Europe’s broadcasters retain UHF band

Broadcasting will remain the only primary service in the frequency band 470–694 MHz across ITU Region 1, which includes Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Asia. The decision, taken at the ITU World Radiocommunications Conference (WRC-23) in Dubai, is a boost to EBU Members, who rely on the UHF band for terrestrial television […]

December 18, 2023By Colin Mann

Agile TV seeks European expansion

Agile Content, the technology provider for TV content that operates pay-TV service Agile TV, is breaking into other European countries such as Italy, Germany, Portugal and Sweden, as well as Brazil in Latin America. “We will replicate our Spanish model in Italy”, said Alfredo Redondo, CEO of Agile Content, to Crónica Vasca, adding that “80 […]

December 8, 2023From David Del Valle in Madrid

Study: Advanced European countries slow to improve broadband

Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index has evaluated countries’ digital wellbeing based on five core pillars — internet quality, internet affordability, e-government, e-infrastructure, and e-security — which are made up of 14 indicators. Surfshark found that even the top countries in the Index have their weaknesses. “One of the primary goals of the Digital Quality […]

October 31, 2023

Prasad acquires Omnimago

Prasad Corporation, the integrated digitalisation services provider, has announced the acquisition of Omnimago the German media post-production company. Prasad says the acquisition demonstrates its long-standing commitment to preserving cinematic and national archival treasures across the globe through the provision of holistic digital transformation solutions. Through Omnimago, Prasad expands its global footprint and strengthens its position […]

October 31, 2023

ACT condemns “irresponsible” EU watchdog vote

ACT, the Association of Commercial Television and Video on Demand Services in Europe, has issued a statement saying it “deplores” the vote that took place today (October 25th) in the European Parliament’s IMCO (Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee). The statement reads: “Contractual freedom and territorial exclusivity are at the heart of how the audiovisual […]

October 25, 2023