Worldwide (not region-specific) Digital TV News

ACCESS develops Chromium-based WebView plug-in for Flutter
Jan 23, 2024 – ACCESS has developed a Chromium-based WebView plug-in for Flutter and has released the code to the open-source community to help promote the development of in-vehicle infotainment services.
News categories: ACCESS Co, Michi Uematsu, Automotive, Software, Worldwide

Norigin Media launches white-label FAST app solution
Jan 22, 2024 – Norigin Media has announced a white-label solution for content owners who want to easily launch D2C linear or FAST channels on Smart TV platforms including Samsung Tizen, LG webOS and Android TV.
News categories: Norigin Media, Ajey Anand, Apps, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Streaming, Worldwide

Worldwide semiconductor revenue declined 11% in 2023
Jan 16, 2024 – According to Gartner, worldwide semiconductor revenue in 2023 totaled $533 billion, a decrease of 11.1% from 2022. The revenue of the top 25 semiconductor vendors declined by 14.1%.
News categories: Gartner, Alan Priestley, Market Research, Semiconductor, Worldwide

Lotame supports data interoperability with Unified ID 2.0 adoption
Jan 18, 2024 – Lotame has announced adoption of Unified ID 2.0 (UID2) technology, pioneered by The Trade Desk, extending its data capabilities to help ensure comprehensive coverage across display, video and CTV.
News categories: Lotame, The Trade Desk, Eli Heath, Jay Goebel, Advertising, Big Data, Digital TV, Streaming, USA, Worldwide

IAB Tech Lab unveils 2024 priorities and roadmap
Jan 18, 2024 – IAB Tech Lab has unveiled its key priorities and roadmap for 2024. The roadmap addresses crucial pain points and challenges, ensuring the industry is aware and actively engaged in evolving digital advertising standards.
News categories: IAB Tech Lab, Anthony Katsur, Advertising, Digital TV, USA, Worldwide

Apple previews entertainment experiences on Apple Vision Pro
Jan 16, 2024 – Apple has announced entertainment experiences for its Apple Vision Pro. Vision Pro enables users to watch new shows and films from streaming services including Apple TV+ and Disney+.
News categories: Apple, Disney, Greg Joswiak, Bob Iger, Digital TV, Metaverse, Streaming, Worldwide

Pixalate releases global H2 2023 SSAI benchmark report
Jan 17, 2024 – Pixalate has released its H2 2023 Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI) benchmark report, analyzing the state of SSAI implementation across top Connected TV (CTV) platforms.
News categories: Pixalate, Amit Shetty, Advertising, Digital TV, Market Research, Worldwide

URC TV chooses Simplestream to power new OTT service
Jan 16, 2024 – URC TV has chosen Simplestream as a technology partner to power its new OTT offering. The service provides fans with live and on-demand access to United Rugby Championship games.
News categories: Simplestream, URC TV, Ashley Reynolds-Horne, Tom Lister, Apps, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Streaming, Worldwide

Amagi launches curated programmatic marketplace for FAST ads
Jan 12, 2024 – Amagi ADS PLUS has launched a feature called FAST Deals, a curated programmatic marketplace designed to simplify the advertising experience for buyers, content owners and programmatic exchanges.
News categories: Amagi, FreeWheel, James Smith, Emily Bromley, Advertising, CES2025, Digital TV, Streaming, Worldwide