Industry Updates

Canada’s CBC Launches Live TV Streaming Service 07 December 2017

Canadian public broadcaster, CBC has launched an (Over-the-Top) OTT video service, that offers live content and other original series on digital devices. The service also comes in an ad-free version at $4.99 per month, to compete against Netflix and other … Continue reading

DirecTV Now reach 1 million subscribers 07 December 2017

AT&T’s (Over-the-Top) OTT streaming service, DIRECTV NOW, has officially boarded 1 million subscribers, in less than 1 year of its existence. David Christopher, president, AT&T Entertainment Group, said “This milestone is an incredible testament to the thousands of hours many … Continue reading

Pay-TV subscribers to hit 1 billion by 2022 07 December 2017

According to a latest study by Digital TV Research, global OTT and pay TV revenues are projected to reach USD 283 billion this year – that’s 18% higher than the 239 billion recorded a year ago. The study that covers … Continue reading

Amazon Music shall now be streamed on Samsung TV 06 December 2017

Samsung is all geared up to stay ahead in the electronics and IT game and has announced that its TV range will include Amazon Music through the Smart Hub. All of Samsung’s Smart TV range in the US, the UK, … Continue reading

Fox launches NatGeo VOD service in Europe and Africa 06 December 2017

21st Century Fox has revealed plans to launch a National Geographic VOD service in some countries across Europe and Africa in 2018. However, the company hasn’t spoken about the exact launch date and the price. Having collaborated with telcos, National … Continue reading