IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. The MHEG-5 API has taken a significant step forward after Boxer chose the solution to run on its DTT pay-TV operations in Ireland, Denmark and the […]
Policy and investment needs to focus on higher quality broadband
Researchers from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford and the University of Oviedo have compared the quality of broadband connections experienced by consumers in 42 countries to identify factors underpinning […]
Eutelsat claims HD distribution leadership
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. The satellite operator Eutelsat is claiming leadership in Europe with regards to distribution of HD channels. “At the moment we have 61 HD streams, ” said […]
BBC to launch regular HD DTT broadcasts in November 2009
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. The BBC will start regular DVB-T2 HD broadcasts in November 2009, said Catherine Smadja, head of strategy at the BBC, during a press briefing of the […]
BBC warning on Ofcom auction
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. The BBC has issued a warning on Ofcom’s auctioning of spectrum freed by the digital dividend. Catherine Smadja, a senior policy advisor at the corporation, said […]
Farncombe adds EPG specialists
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. UK-based technology consultancy Farncombe Technology has joined forces with the French EPG specialist WeAreAka.
Echostar begins new European push
Echostar is looking to reignite is European business with a series of advanced receivers that include digital video recorders and other entertainment devices for cable, IPTV, satellite and terrestrial markets.
DLNA puts MP3s onto IBC set-tops
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. A clear trend has emerged among receiver manufacturers displaying product at IBC 2008. MP3-based music files, photos, and video content from a home network can be […]
IBC 2008 opens its doors
IBC 2008 – AMSTERDAM. The IBC 2008 exhibition opened today at 12 noon sharp. As eagerly awaited crowds made their way into the fully packed halls, they were greeted by […]
Microsoft combines ad solutions
Microsoft is launching a new advertising platform for operators running its Mediaroom middleware. It combines the ability to monetise traditional and advanced advertising with campaign and decision management.