Brian Robbins, current Nickelodeon president, is reportedly set to be named head of Paramount Pictures in an inter-group move as ViacomCBS gears up to create more content for its Paramount+ streaming platform. Robbins would replace Jim Gianopulos, now chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures, and retain his oversight of the kids business, says the WSJ. […]
Sky Kids is adding to its line-up of interactive and educational shows with two new Sky Kids original commissions and an exclusive collection of Paw Patrol shorts from Nick Jr. This autumn kids can learn amazing facts through the exciting raps of MC Grammar’s Wonder Raps, adventure under water and get up close with a […]
Comcast Corporation and ViacomCBS have announced a partnership to launch a new SVoD service, branded SkyShowtime, in more than 20 European territories. At launch, SkyShowtime will offer 10,000+ hours of entertainment, movies and original series from the NBCUniversal, Sky and ViacomCBS portfolio of brands, including titles from Showtime, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, Paramount+ Originals, Sky Studios, […]
ViacomCBS and Sky, part of Comcast, have announced that Paramount+ will launch on Sky platforms in the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Austria (GSA) in 2022 as part of a new multi-year distribution agreement that also includes the extended carriage of ViacomCBS’ portfolio of pay-TV channels and the renewal of Sky as an ad […]
ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI), a division of ViacomCBS, has unveiled the first ever connected smart NickWatch by Nickelodeon at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. This new innovative family-centric wearable device offers trusted entertainment and communication features along with innovative technology, developed with VCNI’s specialized tech partner. The device will be available for purchase in […]
Technology company Monterosa has announced the launch of Monterosa / Interaction Cloud, a real-time engagement SaaS platform that its says helps make audiences more valuable through loyalty, first-party data and commerce. Positioned as a faster, more versatile alternative to in-house or outsourced product builds, the platform’s unique set of Experiences are ready-made front-end applications with […]
VIS, a division of ViacomCBS Networks International, and Fasten Films, have closed an agreement to co-produce the fictional drama series Pastor, which will be sold to partners beginning in 2022. The 10 x 50’ series, created and written by Natxo López (co-creator of Stolen Away and writer for Caronte), will be directed by Jorge Dorado, […]
ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) and Rakuten have announced the signing of a broad long-term agreement, which includes the launch of Nick+, Nickelodeon’s kids’ streaming service, on Rakuten’s VoD platform Rakuten TV in Japan, covering mobile, STB/dongle, web and Smart TV devices. The partnership also includes the creation of a dedicated Nickelodeon zone on Japan’s leading […]
ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has established a new commercial team, dedicated to leveraging its social platforms business in the UK. The designated unit, Velocity UK, will draw on the power of VCNI brands and its local UK expertise to act as the exclusive source for clients looking to reach audiences across its social inventory in […]
In a move that will complement its portfolio in the Southern Cone of Latin America, ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has agreed to acquire Chilean free-to-air television channel Chilevisión from WarnerMedia. Through the transaction, VCNI further expands its footprint in Latin America and bolsters its streaming business with a new premium content library and pipeline to […]