MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. “Pay-TV, whether delivered via cable, satellite or a telco, continues to be the sector to experience the greatest growth in all of television,” said Josh Sapan, […]
A+E Networks denies Lifetime UK launch
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. It is the ambition of A+E Networks to launch its successful US Lifetime brand in the UK and Europe, but there are as yet no concrete […]
iConcerts to get ‘augmented reality’
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. Swiss-based iConcerts has finalised a deal with UK based 3DD Entertainment to produce the first ever live performance ‘augmented reality’ TV format which will be powered […]
Euronews claims smart TV leadership
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. International Lyons-based news channel Euronews said it has reached its goal of becoming the most connected media worldwide, and announces the launch on 11 smart TV […]
Sundance Channel acquires series, festival films
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. AMC/Sundance Channel Global is bolstering its programming slate by acquiring the rights to a wide range of new productions, acclaimed series and independent films,
Lagardere and Switchover in strategic alliance
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. Antoine Villeneuve, CEO TV channels of Lagardère Active, and Francesco Nespega, managing partner of Italian broadcaster Switchover Media, have announced that
In Brief: Miramax, A+E, Simon’s Cat
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. Miramax and Sky Italia have announced a new movie deal under which Sky will air many of the leading titles from Miramax’s unmatched collection across all […]
Dorcel launches more smart TV apps
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. French adult entertainment broadcaster Marc Dorcel is now developing its smart TV app with the main TV manufacturers in The Netherlands, Korea and Japan.
Christopher Barry joins A+E Networks
MIPTV 2012 – CANNES. A+E Networks has appointed Christopher Barry as managing director, international strategy and digital media. He will report to Sean Cohan, SVP, international.