Nexstreaming integrates Irdeto's ISMACryp descrambler to play secure mobile TV services on DVB-H handsets, PC and laptops

Monday, February 12th, 2007
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First integrated ISMACryp mediaplayer for DVB-H market

Barcelona, Spain – 3GSM — Nexstreaming, the leading provider of embedded multimedia software solutions for mobile operators and handset manufacturers, and Irdeto, the proven expert in content security for digital TV, IPTV and mobile, and a subsidiary of multinational media group Naspers (NASDAQ: NPSN and JSE: NPN), today announce the successful integration of Irdeto’s ISMACryp descrambler into Nexstreaming’s media player. Nexstreaming’s NexPlayer now supports the play out of scrambled DVB-H services on DVB-H handsets, desktop computers and laptops.

The Nexstreaming NexPlayer is the first commercially available ISMACryp enabled player implemented for DVB-H broadcasting services. The integration of the descrambler directly into the media player combines the highest level of content security with the best video experience.

“Irdeto has partnered with Nexstreaming because of their leading position in providing innovative and full-featured multimedia functionality for a complete range of mobile TV solutions,” said Doug Lowther, Irdeto’s vice president of marketing. “With our expertise and experience in multiple standards, we have been able to support Nexstreaming’s leading edge product portfolio that supports S-DMB, T-DMB, and DVB-H.”

Carlos Lucas, general manager Europe of Nexstreaming, said “Irdeto are industry leaders in conditional access solutions and DRM for mobile devices. We are proud to have Irdeto as a partner for all three mobile TV standards. Irdeto’s robust solution and excellent support through the integration process enabled us to meet our requirements.

This integration enables faster time-to-market with reduced risk for mobile operators, broadcasters and device manufacturers worldwide.”