ADB has given further details of the digital set-top box it has launched in the Italian market for the free-to-view platform Tivù Sat.
Czech debut for Rush HD
09.07 Europe/London, August 26, 2009 By
The extreme sports channel Rush HD will make its debut in the Czech Republic in September.
STV secures football rights
08.56 Europe/London, August 26, 2009 By
The Slovak public broadcaster STV has secured the rights to the Champions League for this and following next two seasons.
UPC changes Slovak HD offer
08.48 Europe/London, August 26, 2009 By
UPC will add History HD to its basic digital cable offer in Slovakia on September 1.
Rovi integrates with Pace
10.24 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
Pace is to integrate the Rovi Connected Platform Solution into set-top boxes deployed in the United States, Canada and Latin America.
Arqiva names CEO for ‘new’ Kangaroo
10.13 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
Former Eurosport UK managing director Pierre-Jean Sebert has been appointed CEO of Arqiva’s new video-on-demand service that will be built on the infrastructure of the former Project Kangaroo.
Cogas rolls out triple play
10.12 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
Dutch cable operator Cogas will today commence the rollout its triple play in the city of Almelo.
US in-store network in Prisa JV
10.05 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
In-store Broadcasting Network (IBN), a US-based In-store narrowcasting network, has purchased 4.5% of the Spanish Prisa media group as part of a joint venture. Both companies said they want to develop a business in the distribution of digital media in shops, warehouses and supermarkets in Spain and Latin America.
OPTA meeting discusses third party cable access
08.57 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
Today, the Dutch telecoms regulator OPTA is holding a meeting with all parties concerning third party access to the analogue cable networks of UPC and Ziggo. Besides the two cable operators, all the potential market entrants will be present.
Polish DTT tender delay
05.57 Europe/London, August 25, 2009 By
Moves to launch a second DTT multiplex are allegedly being held up by the country’s National Broadcasting Council (KRRiT).
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