German multiscreen software solutions provider 3 Screen Solutions (3SS) is focusing on its 3Ready product framework for Android TV at IBC 2019 which is being featured in Android TV showcases and next-generation TV demos by many exhibitors.
Zattoo extends IPTV platform to Android TV Operator Tier
Zattoo takes its B2B white label concept for network operators to Google’s Android TV Operator Tier programme.
Google joins Deutsche TV-Plattform
Google is a new member of Deutsche TV-Plattform. The German industry association now has a total of 56 members.
Google drawn into Ukrainian/Russian ‘hybrid war’
The Ukrainian regulator National Council has asked Google to prevent the blocking of its satellite TV channel ATR T (TK-Atlant-SV) on YouTube.
Amazon and Google settle their dispute; YouTube returns to Fire TV
Amazon and Google have settled their dispute and have come to an agreement on their streaming services.
Samsung’s Tizen OS leads global smart TV market
According to a recent report from Strategy Analytics, worldwide sales of smart TVs reached 157 million units in 2018, representing 67% of all TVs sold during the year.
Quickline connects TV and apps via Ultra HD box
Swiss cable operator group Quickline is now offering its customers an Ultra HD set-top-box that combines classic television with apps.
Major players join HbbTV Association
Google, Sky, RAI, ERT, Kineton, and Skyworth are joining the HbbTV Association.
Google: online video to further accelerate
Online video ad spend in Central and Eastern Europe is likely to reach $670 million in 2020, according to Michal Stefanski, Global Partnerships CEE, Google.
FAANGS bare their teeth with original commissions
FAANGs (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix and Google) are sharpening up their original commissions as SVOD players across the board announce new content.