Viacom’s acquisition of Pluto TV will boost their position in the direct-to-consumer market, according g to GlobalData.
Viacom acquires Pluto TV streaming OTT service
Viacom has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pluto TV, the free streaming television service in the US, for $340 million in cash.
RTL Nederland acquires BrandDeli sales house
RTL will acquire BrandDeli, the sales house for the Discovery, Fox and Viacom brand portfolio.
Comedy Central to launch in France
Viacom is launching Comedy Central in France. At launch the entertainment channel will reach more than 13 million households through Orange, Free, SFR, Numericable, Bouygues and Videofutur.
Brian Robbins becomes Nickelodeon president
Viacom has appointed Brian Robbins as president of Nickelodeon, effective immediately.
MTS adds Viacom channels
The Russian telco MTS has added five Viacom channels to its DTH offer.
Viacom acquires AwesomenessTV
Viacom has acquired the Gen-Z orientated digital-first company AwesomenessTV in a move that will bolster its digital footprint.
Telenor expands streaming service
Telenor is expanding its mobile video platform Telenor Stream with a new family-orientated service Telenor Stream Film och Serier (Movies & Series).
German Pay-VOD market on growth course
Paid-for video-on-demand (VOD) services have reached the mass market in Germany: At the end of 2017, 18% of all households were subscribing to at least one Pay-VOD service.
Paramount Network UK launch set for July 4
Viacom International Media Networks will launch Paramount Network, a free-to-air channel offering a mix of drama, comedy, and movies, in the UK on July 4.