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Setplex unveils AI ad-detection technology at IBC 2024
Sep 13, 2024 – Setplex has launched its AI Ad-Detection Module. For live streams, the module detects ad pods and inserts SCTE-35 markers. For VOD content, the module identifies optimal moments for ad insertion.
News categories: Setplex, Lionel Dreshaj, Advertising, Content Distribution, Digital TV, IBCShow, Streaming, Worldwide

SDMC and Amlogic integrate Retrieval-Augmented LLM for STBs
Sep 13, 2024 – SDMC and Amlogic have integrated Retrieval-Augmented LLM into STBs powered by Amlogic’s advanced chipsets. The generative AI framework enables enhanced content discovery and interaction.
News categories: Amlogic, SDMC, James Xie, Ryan Yan, Big Data, Digital TV, IBCShow, Semiconductor, Set Top Box, Smart Home, Worldwide

Irdeto powers Akash Digital TV's DTH platform and companion app
Sep 13, 2024 – Irdeto has announced that it is powering Akash Digital TV's new DTH HD platform for Bangladesh. Building on a longstanding partnership, Akash's new set-top boxes now include Irdeto middleware.
News categories: Irdeto, Akash, Andrew Bunten, Anowarul Azim, Apps, Bangladesh, Digital TV, Middleware, Satellite, Set Top Box

Vianeos partners with Recombee on AI-powered content recommendations
Sep 13, 2024 – Vianeos is to bring Recombee's recommendation engine to its clients, leveraging Recombee’s AI and ML technology to provide real-time, personalized recommendations across multiple platforms.
News categories: Vianeos, Recombee, Hervé Cimetiere, Gabriela Takacova, Big Data, Digital TV, UX, Worldwide

TVPlus selects Eutelsat for DTH broadcast services in Australasia
Sep 13, 2024 – Eutelsat (Paris/London: ETL) has signed a multi-year, multi-transponder agreement with TV Plus to provide premium DTH broadcasting services across Australia and New Zealand.
News categories: Eutelsat, TVPlus, Laurence Delpy, Robert Webb, Australia, Content Distribution, Digital TV, New Zealand, Satellite

DAA releases guidelines for use of AdChoices on CTV devices
Sep 12, 2024 – The Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) has announced the release of new guidelines for the implementation of the AdChoices Icon and Ad Marker in Connected TV (CTV) environments.
News categories: DAA, Lou Mastria, Advertising, Digital TV, Streaming, USA, UX, Worldwide

Vo1d malware infects over a million Android STBs
Sep 12, 2024 – Doctor Web has uncovered malware, dubbed Android.Vo1d, that has infected nearly 1.3 million Android-based TV boxes belonging to users in 197 countries.
News categories: Doctor Web, Digital TV, Set Top Box, Software, Worldwide

France Télévisions secures replay content with NAGRAVISION
Sep 12, 2024 – NAGRAVISION (SIX:KUD.S) has announced that France Télévisions has selected NAGRAVISION to secure replay content streamed to all of its supported devices.
News categories: NAGRAVISION, France Télévisions, Olivier Met, Emmanuel Guilly, Digital TV, DRM, France, Streaming

Antena TV selects Verimatrix cybersecurity and anti-piracy technology
Sep 12, 2024 – Verimatrix (Paris: VMX) has announced that Antena TV Group's AntenaPLAY streaming service is to harness the power of its Streamkeeper suite of cybersecurity and anti-piracy technologies.
News categories: Verimatrix, Antena TV Group, Andrew Bear, Mihai Ionita, Content Protection, Digital TV, Romania, Streaming