Spanish incumbent Telefonica is launching its STB-less Movistar TV service on Samsung smart TVs on Monday, March 16.
Czech Republic eyes new DTH platform
The Brno-based company itself plans to launch a DTH platform in cooperation with Telekom Austria.
Netflix content spend overtakes BBC
Netflix is now investing more on content than the BBC, according to Ben Keen, chief analyst, IHS Technology.
Vodafone CEO warns content owners
“Never ever stand in the way of what the customer wants,” said Vodafone CEO Philipp Humm, warning content owners to change their business models.
Liberty maps out future strategy
Liberty Global aims to repeat the expansion plans recently announced by Virgin Media in other parts of Europe.
‘Cord cheating’ common among US streamers
More than 20% of adult broadband users that stream video from an online subscription service are ‘cord cheaters,’ according to The Diffusion Group (TDG).
Cable Europe gives policy insights
Cable Europe favours the principles of an open internet, but only in a way that still makes innovation possible, according to Matthias Kurth, its executive chairman.
Cable industry thrives amidst increasing competition
Despite increased competition by traditional satellite providers and newcomers such as IPTV platforms, the cable industry continues to show growth.
Horror Channel to rise on Freeview
Horror Channel has announced plans to debut on the Freeview DTT platform, appropriately enough on Friday 13th March.
Nilesat takes smart digital broadcasting platform on air
Nilesat is launch its new regional digital platform, known as The Nilesat Smart Digital Broadcasting System, on air in April.