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Sky’s NOW migrating to NBCU streaming platform

Sky’s streaming service, NOW, is set to receive a significant update this February. NOW is also migrating to NBCUniversal’s platform – which already powers Peacock and SkyShowtime among others – as the service receives a complete interface overhaul. The changes will start rolling out from February 18th, with new features such Top 10 lists, dedicated […]

January 29, 2025Colin Mann @ OTT Question Time Live

Scalstrm’s Origin solution redefines Backscreen’s streaming performance

Backscreen, the cross-gen OTT platform vendor, has partnered with Scalstrm, a leader in sustainable and efficient streaming technology, to enhance Backscreen video streaming capabilities. This collaboration hardens video delivery services of Backscreen with exceptional streaming performance and sustainability of the Scalstrm solution. Backscreen will integrate Scalstrm’s Origin solution within its video processing flow combining OTT […]

January 28, 2025

Croatia sees OTT revenue growth of 171%

OTT services in Croatia saw 171 per cent annual revenue growth in the third quarter of 2024, while the subscriber base grew by 116 per cent to 110,055 connections. The latest quarterly data from the Croatian Regulatory Agency for Network Activities (Hakom) reveals that OTT offerings now account for nearly 12 per cent of all […]

January 6, 2025From Branislav Pekic in Rome

Quickplay unveils Quickplay Shorts

Quickplay, a provider of OTT solutions, has launched Quickplay Shorts, a new product that both creates and syndicates vertical short-form content from live and VoD long form video, and a social infinite vertical scroll front-end experience. Integrating into existing OTT ecosystems and apps, it empowers streamers to reach and engage younger audiences and unlock new […]

January 6, 2025

Brightcove makes strategic partnerships with leading MarTech solutions

Brightcove, the streaming technology company, is sharing significant enhancements to its platform through strategic partnerships to enhance the video content creation, distribution and monetisation process. As part of the goal to help customers build more cohesive, easy-to-deploy martech stacks, Brightcove has integrated capabilities from companies like Acquia that deliver additional benefits to customers. “As we […]

December 18, 2024

Digital Remedy launches reporting and performance platform

Digital Remedy, a performance marketing and digital advertising solutions partner for brands and agencies, has announced the launch of its new reporting and performance platform. Designed to help marketers make faster, data-driven campaign decisions, the Digital Remedy Platform provides performance-focused reporting across CTV/OTT and programmatic media – enabling brands and agencies to enhance campaign performance […]

December 17, 2024

Skandha hires Modi as Managing Partner of Product & Growth

Skandha Media Services, a leader in scalable managed playout, broadcast, and OTT services that leverage cloud technology, automation, AI, and machine learning, has appointed Neha Modi as its Managing Partner of Product & Growth to lead the company’s expansion into the Middle East and North Africa. MENA is a key market for Skandha. The demand for […]

December 9, 2024

Amagi acquires Argoid AI

Amagi, a player in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and connected TV (CTV), has announced the acquisition of Argoid AI, an AI company specialising in recommendation engines and programming automation for OTT platforms. Argoid AI has developed innovative AI products that enhance content recommendations and enable real-time programming decisions. Its solutions increase viewer engagement and […]

December 4, 2024

Montenegro: RTCG launches free streaming platform

Montenegro’s public broadcaster, RTCG, has launched its free streaming platform, MNE Play, offering live and on-demand access to its TV and radio programming worldwide. The platform offers a seven-day rewind function, classic series, films and documentaries. It also features advanced search, personalised content, multiple language options, and messaging. MNE Play is initially available on web, […]

November 29, 2024From Branislav Pekic in Rome

White Peaks Solutions partners with NPAW

White Peaks Solutions (WPS), an end-to-end OTT solutions provider based in France, has selected NPAW’s video analytics to augment its KWIKmotion streaming video platform.  The KWIKmotion OVP (Online Video Platform) is an enterprise-level solution for broadcasters and publishers. Streaming companies can build, manage and monetise a complete OTT platform across multiple devices in a secure […]

November 27, 2024