Sony’s SVOD platform Crackle to carry BBC content 19 December 2017
Sony’s (subscription video-on-demand) SVOD platform Crackle will exclusively deliver BBC’s content in Latin America and the Caribbean. BBC Worldwide has signed an agreement with Sony Pictures Television Networks to add shows to the company’s SVOD service and distribute to the … Continue reading
OTT now contributes to 26% Of Video Ad Expenses 18 December 2017
Over-the-Top (OTT) video advertising now counts for 26% off video advertisement expenses, up from just 8% a year ago. It is estimated that OTT ad spend will increase to about 30% by the end of 2017. When it comes to … Continue reading
Amazon Echo now supports SiriusXM and Spotify 18 December 2017
Amazon has now enhanced its multi-room audio support by including SiriusXM and Spotify. The upgrade is from multi-room audio streaming to the ability to use Echos as an intercom system throughout the house. The support is now expanded on their … Continue reading
T-Mobile Plans OTT Launch 18 December 2017
T-Mobile officially announced its plans to launch a new OTT business with the acquisition of startup company Layer3 TV. T-Mobile US Inc. is entering the U.S. streaming service market in 2018. The company’s recent acquisition of Layer3 TV, Inc. is … Continue reading
Disney buying stake in 21st Century Fox 18 December 2017
According to The New York Times, Disney is buying a stake in 21st Century Fox, in an all-stock deal valued at around $52.4 billion. The deal will relieve Rupert Murdoch of his entertainment assets. This deal will promote Disney’s new … Continue reading
