Universal Channel is set to debut today (May 5) on Conn-x, the IPTV platform operated by the Greek incumbent telco OTE.
Skylink goes for Hungarian option
The Czech/Slovak pre-paid DTH platform has added Hungarian language soundtracks to a number of pay-TV channels in its offer.
Changes loom for Romanian cable
Romania’s cable industry is heading for a period of consolidation amongst its small and medium-sized players.
New acquisition for Antenna Hungária
Antenna Hungária, the operator of Hungary’s DTT platform, has taken another important step in expanding its activities in the telco sector.
UPC eyes Polish expansion
Liberty Global is looking to expand its operations in Poland, with Aster, the country’s fourth largest cable operator, a possible take-over target.
Comstar opts for FTTB
Comstar-UTS has begun providing a broadband internet service in the Russian town of Tambov through a company named Tambov Telecom, itself a subsidiary of Stream TV.
Polish joy for thematic channels
Several thematic channels continue to gain audience share at the expense of the leading TV services in Poland.
Cyfra+ prepares for Polish DTT
The Polish DTH platform Cyfra+ is to introduce redesigned versions of the Philips-branded HD and PVR HD receivers.
MTV looks to Russia
MTV may expand its presence in Russia, where it operates in partnership with Prof-Media.
BTC profits slump
The incumbent Bulgarian telco BTC has posted profits of BGN21.024 million (€10.759 million) for Q1 2009, or 32% less than for the corresponding period last year.