Play Cast Maldives receives cable TV licence

According to local reports, the Maldives Broadcasting Commission has issued a licence to Play Cast Maldives to provide cable TV services in the country. Trials are expected to begin in January, with full operations starting a few months after.

The service will begin with about 60 channels, including some in HD and Ultra HD, with a plan to expand this number to 150. Channels will be delivered using fibre optic and wireless technologies.