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Netgem TV hits 200 channels

Netgem TV has reached the milestone of 200 channels available to its customers. This was achieved through the recent addition this summer of 20 extra channels. The new channels launch follows the recent BT Sport and SportsTribal TV launch announcement and spreads across all genres, with even more sports channels (Motorvision TV, ESTV) but also […]

August 3, 2021

ViacomCBS, Leone Film Group production deal

VIS, a division of ViacomCBS, and the Leone Film Group, an independent Italian leading production and distribution company, have signed a long-term agreement for the co-production of audiovisual projects and content. As part of its commitment to investing in quality content as a strategic lever to generate value for all platforms globally, VIS is bolstering […]

July 19, 2021

ViacomCBS unveils NickWatch by Nickelodeon

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 […]

June 29, 2021

Oomen, Wagner join WarnerMedia Kids EMEA

WarnerMedia has announced two new additions to the newly-formed leadership team for its kids business in EMEA. Monika Oomen has been appointed Head of Brand, Communications and Franchise Management, Kids EMEA and Lars Wagner joins as Head of Kids Channels, CEE. Taking up the role with immediate effect, Oomen reports to Vanessa Brookman, Head of […]

June 28, 2021

Comcast eyeing Roku or ViacomCBS?

Comcast Chief Executive Officer Brian Roberts is considering options for the company’s push into streaming, raising the idea of a potential tie-up with ViacomCBS or an acquisition of Roku, according to reports. The speculation comes amid a flurry of merger activity, including Amazon’s acquisition of MGM and AT&T’s deal to combine its WarnerMedia division with […]

June 24, 2021

CBS Reality commissions two original True Crime series in Poland

Factual entertainment channel CBS Reality, a joint venture between AMC Networks International – UK and ViacomCBS Networks International announced that it has commissioned two exclusive local original productions, “Criminal Investigations in Communist Poland” and Season 2 of “Inspector Biskupska’s Crime Files” for its Polish feed, to debut later this year. Sam Rowden, Executive Producer for […]

June 16, 2021

Monterosa launches Interaction Cloud

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 […]

May 25, 2021

MTV UK, Open University content partnership

ViacomCBS Networks International’s (VCNI) Velocity UK and Sky Media have announced a new content partnership between MTV UK and The Open University (OU). Developed in partnership with JUMP, part of Havas Entertainment, and Havas Media, the four-part digital series, titled Generation Change: Ones to Watch, is set to premiere across MTV’s Linear TV channels, social […]

May 17, 2021

ViacomCBS and Fasten Films to co-produce Pastor

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, […]

May 5, 2021

Comscore renews and expands ViacomCBS deal

Comscore, a partner for planning, transacting and evaluating media across platforms, has announced an expanded renewal agreement to provide ViacomCBS with Comscore’s National TV measurement currency for its portfolio of news, entertainment and sports networks. Comscore’s partnership with ViacomCBS linear television measurement began in 2014 and quickly expanded to develop advanced audiences to support Viacom’s […]

April 27, 2021