Digital video experiences and security specialist Irdeto, in partnership with Caretta Research, has released research that explores the current state of the video streaming market, with increasing revenues remaining a major challenge for service providers. Focused on how pay-TV, telco and streaming operators can build profitable video streaming platforms, Irdeto and Caretta’s research reveals the […]

Rakuten TV has secured new partnership agreements with telecommunications companies and TV Platforms in different European countries. Rakuten TV and 1&1 have extended their initial agreement that included more than 6,000 titles available for both rental and purchase (TVoD) by adding hundreds of titles that will be offered on demand completely free of charge (AVoD) […]

Freya Investissement, a special investment vehicle jointly owned by iliad and NJJ Holding, has entered into a binding agreement to acquire approximately 19.8 per cent of the share capital of Tele2 from Kinnevik, an investment company focused on digital consumer businesses. Consideration for the transaction will be paid in cash and totals approximately SEK 13 […]

 Zayo Group, a communications infrastructure provider, has released its annual Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Insights Report, which found a significant increase in the intensity of DDoS attacks – and their impacts on businesses – in the second half of 2023. According to Zayo data, the average DDoS attack lasted 68 minutes in 2023. With […]

A report from Analysys Mason’s NSR division states bluntly that “Telcos that rely exclusively on terrestrial networks will miss revenue opportunities and fall behind their rivals.” Telcos should use satellites to enter new verticals and enhance services, says NSR. Telcos’ satellite strategies need to fit into their overall action plan; they should prioritise their target […]

Telia Company, the Swedish multinational telco, has reported that Q4 revenue increased 0.9 per cent to SEK 23,098 million (€2,040m) and like for like, revenue decreased 0.4 per cent. Service revenue increased 2.8 per cent to SEK 19,666 million and like for like, service revenue increased 1.7 per cent. For the Telco operations, service revenue […]

Research from Juniper Research, a specialist in telecommunications markets, forecasts that operators will generate $400 billion (€365.7bn) in service revenue from 5G networks in 2024; an annual growth of 32 per cent from 2023. However, the report anticipates that as 5G penetration rates become saturated amongst consumers, it will be imperative for operators to launch […]

BT has unveiled what it describes as a pioneering new technology, designed to be a more reliable, quality-focused and sustainable way of delivering live content over the Internet. Multicast-Assisted Unicast Delivery (MAUD) technology is aimed at improving viewer experiences and increasing the efficiency of the complex journey that content takes to reach them. Major broadcasters, […]

Varnish Software, a specialist in caching, streaming, and content delivery software solutions, has announced the appointment of Fredrik Borg as its new Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Borg will build upon Varnish Software’s latest achievements while driving continued expansion across the global content delivery market. Borg has driven growth and innovation in the […]

The French Senate is discussing a streaming music tax. The proposal, if adopted, will be made through amendments to the Finance Bill (PLF) 2024, the principle of taxing music streaming platforms. The tax contribution will fund the National Music Centre (NJC). Currently, the organisation receives government support and a ticket tax for live performances. The […]