Telia, the Sweden-based telecoms operator, has announced a ‘change programme’ that it says will simplify its operations by implementing a new operating model with streamlined processes and improved ways of working, which will lead to a more customer-focused organisation, while also resetting the company’s cost base through an intended reduction of 3,000 staff during 2024 […]

Finnish media technology company, Media Tailor Group, is now turning its focus to the Swedish market. As part of its international growth strategy, the company has appointed David Mühle as CEO of its Swedish operations. He will also be responsible for Media Tailor’s international expansion. Mühle brings over 20 years of leadership experience within the […]

Ad-funded streaming subscriptions (HV0D), continue to grow in Sweden. Currently, close to 400,000 households have chosen to acquire at least one streaming service that is partly financed by advertising. Even though HVoD is a relatively new concept, growth has been strong during the year. Since the beginning of 2024, Mediavision reports a growth of 40 […]

SDMC – a Google-licensed Android TV partner and Netflix Hailstorm/Self-Serve partner – and Telenor Sweden, a mobile operator and fixed broadband provider, have unveiled the Tv-hubb. The 4K AV1 dongle, powered by Android TV, is crafted to elevate entertainment experiences and enhance home viewing for subscribers across Sweden. Made from recyclabl materials, the Tv-hubb is […]

Sweden’s Tele2, which owns Boxer, has gradually been replacing its customers’ programme cards with the new WiFi-based TV solution Tv Hub Mini. During autumn 2024, Boxer will contact all remaining customers in order to upgrade them before December 31st. Customers who still have Boxer’s programme card will have these replaced with Tv Hub Mini, which […]

Netflix has announced two new Swedish films; Trustor, a documentary by Karin af Klintberg and Teresa Alldén uncovering the truth behind the Trustor affair – one of the largest financial cases in Swedish history; and Off Track 2, a sequel to the drama comedy Off Track. Karin af Klintberg, speaking about Trustor, said: “It is […]

Currently, 65 per cent of households in Sweden have a paid streaming video service. It’s a stable level, with no growth in the number of paying households, reports Mediaivision. One way to increase consumer interest is to offer cheaper subscriptions through hybrid video-on-demand (HVoD), which is partially financed through advertising Since the turn of the […]

Disney has acquired the rights to show the next three seasons of the UEFA Europa League and Europa Conference League tournaments on its Disney+ streaming service in Denmark and Sweden. Through a deal with football governing body UEFA, Disney+ will stream the 2024-25, 2025-26 and 2026-27 campaigns from the second-tier and third-tier European club football […]

Ericsson, as previously outlined, expects a challenging mobile networks market in 2024, with further volume contraction as customers remain cautious. In line with managing lower volumes, Ericsson has announced staff reductions in Sweden. The company says the measure “is part of the global initiatives to improve the cost position, including headcount reductions, while maintaining investments […]

Viaplay Group has announced the appointment of Johan Johansson as Executive Vice President, Group Chief Financial Officer and co-CEO of the Group’s Swedish operations. Johansson will join Viaplay Group no later than August 1st. Christian Albeck, Executive Vice President, Content Acquisition since July 2023, will now also take on the additional role of co-CEO of […]