NBC Universal Global Networks and the African DTH operator MultiChoice have signed an important renewal deal.
DW selects Romania rep
Radu Busneag has been appointed the new Deutsche Welle representative for Romania, starting July 1.
New MTVNI appointment
Roger James has been appointed the SVP, general counsel for MTV Networks International and MTVN UK and Ireland.
Czech no to mobile TV
The Czech Republic is unlikely to hold a mobile TV tender anytime soon.
Disney XD confirmed for UK
The UK has become the latest territory for Disney to launch its Disney XD brand, following similar announcements in Germany, France and Scandinavia.
Animal Planet joins Baltic Viasat
Animal Planet has made its debut on Viasat in the Baltic Republics.
Endemol watching Setanta
Endemol has emerged as a potential investor in Setanta Sports as the premium channel edges away from imminent administration.
Cyfrowy Polsat eyes more services
Poland’s leading DTH platform Cyfrowy Polsat may soon start to offer its subscribers a number of additional services, among them internet access.
Sony opens Vidzone to Europeans
Sony has announced that the on-demand video service VidZone is now available for free for European PlayStation 3 owners.
US sees smooth digital transition
ASO of the remaining 971 TV stations in the US went relatively smoothly, with the number of calls to a special helpline well below expectations.