Beltelecom Deploys Verimatrix Content Security to Protect IPTV Service

Integrated IPTV Platform with ZTE Powers 10 Gbps Network for Competitive Service in Belarus

SINGAPORE — CommunicAsia 2009 — Verimatrix, setting the standard in content security technologies that enhance the value of pay-TV networks, today announce the deployment of the Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS™) for IPTV with Beltelecom, a National Telecommunications Operator of the Republic of Belarus. VCAS for IPTV is the integrated content security solution for ZTE’s ZXBIV IPTV Eyewill platform that enables the delivery of Beltelecom’s Premiere service available in all Belarus cities. Verimatrix is highlighting its leading content security solutions at CommunicAsia, booth #6C4-03.

VCAS for IPTV secures a wide range of interactive services offered on Premiere, including time-shift TV, video on demand (VOD) and parental controls, along with broadcast channels, delivered over the 10 Gbps network. Verimatrix’s solution was a natural choice for Beltelecom because of its IP-centric, software-based advantages and dominant leadership position in Eastern Europe. ZTE’s end-to-end multimedia solution has gained significant traction in IPTV deployments worldwide.

“Our partnership with Verimatrix offers a formidable IPTV solution for telecommunications operators to extend their networks. Beltelecom has invested in a first-class network for voice and data services, and we are able to extend its network to deliver highly-competitive video services to subscribers,” said Mr. Fang Hui, general manager of ZTE Multimedia and Terminal Product Lines.

“Beltelecom reinforces our global leadership position in software-based content security and revenue protection. VCAS for IPTV addresses the operator’s need for world-class protection techniques and system flexibility, while delivering on our high standard of customer service,” said Steve Oetegenn, chief sales and marketing officer at Verimatrix.