Digital TV News: ABS

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

Amagi enables IP-based distribution across APAC for ABS-CBN
Sep 12, 2024 – Amagi has announced the implementation of an IP-based delivery solution for ABS-CBN's pay-TV channels to multiple affiliates across the APAC region.
News categories: Amagi, ABS-CBN, Srinivasan KA, Asia, Content Distribution, Digital TV, Philippines

Amagi and BuyDRM secure streaming video for PlayMedia
Sep 13, 2024 – Amagi has announced a partnership with BuyDRM to provide cloud-based content security for the streaming video platform GoPlay by PlayMedia.
News categories: Amagi, BuyDRM, PlayMedia, Srinivasan KA, Christopher Levy, Belgium, Content Protection, Digital TV, IBCShow, Streaming

Amagi and Applicaster enhance viewer experience and engagement
Sep 11, 2024 – Amagi and Applicaster have enhanced their integration to include support for linear, VOD and single live events in the same app experience, along with extended content personalization options.
News categories: Amagi, Applicaster, Scott Cunningham, Jonathan Laor, Advertising, Apps, Digital TV, IBCShow, Streaming, UX, Worldwide

Panasonic returns to the US with new Fire TV televisions
Sep 4, 2024 – Panasonic has announced its return to the US TV market. The new line-up includes OLED (Z95A and Z85A) and Mini-LED (W95A) TVs ranging from 55 to 85 inches. The new smart TVs have Fire TV built in.
News categories: Panasonic, Amazon, Yasunari Anan, Daniel Rausch, Digital TV, Smart TV, TV OS, USA

Half of connected devices to be haptic-enabled by 2028
Aug 20, 2024 – New research from Futuresource, commissioned by InterDigital (Nasdaq: IDCC), details how the latest generation of haptic technology is redefining immersive experiences on connected devices.
News categories: InterDigital, Lionel Oisel, Gaming, Market Research, Metaverse, Mobile, Worldwide

No-code App Builder 2.0 leads IBC demos from MwareTV
Aug 20, 2024 – MwareTV will be showcasing its TVMS (television management system) at IBC2024. Taking centre stage will be version 2.0 of the company's no-code-required App Builder for drag-and-drop UI design.
News categories: MwareTV, Sander Kerstens, Apps, Content Distribution, Digital TV, IBCShow, UX, Worldwide

Amagi releases 12th Amagi Global FAST Report
Jul 30, 2024 – Amagi has released its 12th Amagi Global FAST Report, which found that TV networks account for 30% of the top 100 FAST channels, driving a 40% share in total viewing hours across these channels.
News categories: Amagi, Srinivasan KA, Digital TV, Market Research, Streaming, Worldwide

Ofcom releases Communications Market 2024 report
Jul 18, 2024 – According to Ofcom's 2024 Communications Market Report, UK audiovisual revenues totalled £18.2bn in 2023, remaining flat compared to 2022. SVOD revenues increased by around £700m to just under £4bn.
News categories: Ofcom, Advertising, Broadcast, Digital TV, Market Research, Streaming, UK