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Veset launches ad-insertion platform, AdWise
Feb 1, 2024 – Veset has released Veset AdWise, an ad-insertion solution that allows advertising to be placed alongside live video, avoiding the need for traditional ad breaks.
News categories: Veset, Gatis Gailis, Advertising, Content Distribution, Digital TV, UX, Worldwide

Groupe Canal+ intending to take full control of MultiChoice
Feb 1, 2024 – MultiChoice has received a letter from Groupe Canal+, indicating its non-binding intention to acquire the remaining ordinary shares in MultiChoice that it does not currently own.
News categories: MultiChoice, Groupe Canal+, Africa, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Europe, MandA, Satellite, Worldwide

Stenna Group selects PlayBox Neo for production and playout
Jan 29, 2024 – Stenna Group has selected media production and playout solutions from PlayBox Neo to support a series of newly launched streaming channels in Brazil.
News categories: PlayBox Neo, Stenna Group, CIS Group, Sonya Chakarova, Fabio Buhr, Felipe Andrade, Brazil, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Streaming

France Télévisions launches France 2 in UHD, on DTT and FRANSAT
Jan 23, 2024 – France Télévisions is to begin broadcasting its France 2 channel in 4K-UHD via DTT and on the FRANSAT free-to-air bouquet, the first French TV broadcaster to offer a domestic channel in the format.
News categories: Eutelsat, France Télévisions, FRANSAT, Content Distribution, Digital TV, France, Satellite, Terrestrial

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

Cirion and Qwilt partner on CDN services in Latin America
Jan 17, 2024 – Qwilt has announced a partnership with Cirion Technologies that expands its global network of service providers, bringing more efficient and scalable content delivery to Latin America.
News categories: Qwilt, Cirion, Alon Maor, Alejandro Girardotti, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Latin America, Streaming

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

FreeCast debuts streaming ecosystem and monetization solution at CES
Jan 10, 2024 – FreeCast has announced a streaming experience that brings content from multiple providers into a single one-stop-shop where consumers can both easily find content and manage their subscriptions.
News categories: FreeCast, William Mobley, CES2025, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Streaming, USA

Feyenoord Rotterdam launches OTT platform with Endeavor Streaming
Jan 10, 2024 – Dutch football club Feyenoord Rotterdam has partnered with Endeavor Streaming to launch a dedicated streaming service, elevating the fan experience and expanding its content distribution.
News categories: Endeavor Streaming, Feyenoord, Pete Bellamy, Ruud van der Knaap, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Netherlands, Streaming, Worldwide