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IBC unveils accelerator projects for 2024
IBC has unveiled eight new projects selected for the IBC Accelerator Media Innovation Programme, through which a mix of players from across the global media, entertainment and technology communities collaborate to explore potential solutions to critical challenges the industry faces today.
Bitmovin ties with Akamai
Video streaming software provider Bitmovin announced the launch and immediate general availability of Bitmovin’s Live Encoder running on distributed cloud platform Akamai Cloud Computing.
Better Software Group rebrands following Spyrosoft integration
Better Software Group (BSG), a provider of specialised software for the media and entertainment industry, announced its rebranding to Spyrosoft BSG, marking a significant phase in its ongoing two-year integration with the global technology company, Spyrosoft.
Monumental Sports partners with Synamedia
US-based Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) has chosen Synamedia’s video network products to distribute high-value sports content, along with other programming, to its newly launched Monumental Sports Network, which it recently acquired from Comcast/NBC Universal.
ThinkAnalytics appoints new business development head
AI specialist ThinkAnalytics appointed Josh Wiggins as SVP business development, strategy, and partnerships with a remit to spearhead go-to-market strategy and business development across both direct business and partnerships.
Telia picks optimisation tech from Synamedia
Telia Norway is deploying new optimisation technology from video software provider Synamedia to cut the cost of using cloud for its time-shift TV (TSTV) and cloud digital video recorder cDVR solution by up to 95%.
Accedo acquires Easel TV
Video solutions provider Accedo acquired Easel TV, the UK-based provider of advanced streaming technology and digital media solutions founded by media executives Joe Foster and Bill Scott.
Accedo launches Accedo Insights
Accedo has partnered with New Relic to launch Accedo Insights, described as a product that provides video services with performance and operational insights through real-time monitoring and advanced analytics.
Turkcell partners with Qwilt and Cisco
Cisco and Qwilt announced a new strategic partnership with Turkcell, one of the three key telecoms network operators in Türkiye.
ThinkAnalytics announces two new hires
ThinkAnalytics has announced two new hires as it scales its business in 2024. Andrew Read has joined as VP sales for EMEA. According to the company, he brings a wealth of commercial experience from companies including Adobe, Conviva, Comscore, and most recently 24i, where he led worldwide sales.
Planetcast Media Services launches NexC cloud-first architecture
Broadcast technology and media services provider Planetcast Media Services launched its NexC architecture which is designed to simplify content management, distribution, and monetisation services and technologies.
Edgio promotes Todd Hinders to CEO role
Edge platform specialist Edgio announced that Todd Hinders has been promoted to the position of CEO, effective immediately.
Cirion Technologies and Qwilt form partnership
Cirion Technologies and Qwilt are partnering to expand Qwilt’s global ecosystem of service providers, aiming to bring a more efficient and scalable content delivery network in Latin America.
IABM appoints Norigin Media CEO to EMEA Member Council
The International Association for Broadcast & Media (IABM) has announced the EMEA Member Council for the term 2023-2025. Ajey Anand, CEO of Norigin Media, has been selected as a member of the regional council, which plays a communications role in the industry between members and customers across Europe.
Axel Springer partners with Bitmovin
Axel Springer, owner of global brands including Business Insider and Politico, has partnered with streaming infrastructure provider Bitmovin to help improve its video offerings.
Deltatre appoints new head of media sales
Streaming and digital technology specialist Deltatre announced the appointment of Oliver Botti as its new head of media sales for EMEA.
ThinkAnalytics appoints AWS exec as Worldwide CEO
ThinkAnalytics announced that Marc Aldrich will join as its Worldwide CEO in January 2024. Aldrich joins from Amazon Web Services (AWS) where he held the position of general manager for the media and entertainment (M&E) industry business unit since 2019.
Deltatre appoints new chief people officer
Deltatre, an OTT, digital, and data technology specialist for sport and media, announced the appointment of Neda Scrini as its new chief people officer.
Bitmovin hails strong Q3 2023
Video infrastructure software specialist Bitmovin said it has defied the recent economic downturn and experienced growth in the third quarter and 2023 as a whole.
Intinor appoints new CEO
Swedish video-over-internet specialist Intinor appointed Tommy Edlund as its new CEO with effect from 6 November. He takes over from Lina Zackrisson, who has left to run her family’s business.
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