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AMC Theatres launches VOD service to take slice of digital movie transactions of its 20m loyalty membersOctober 18, 2019AMC Theatres, the largest exhibitor in the US, has entered the streaming business with a movies on-demand model offering close to 2,000 newer releases and library titles exclusively for its AMC Stubs loyalty members.
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UK broadcasters unite to compete with NetflixFebruary 28, 2019The BBC and ITV have confirmed plans to jointly launch a paid-for streaming service in the UK by the end of 2019. The service will be called BritBox and will offer mainly archive BBC and ITV shows alongside with original commissions made especially for the new service.Subscribers Only
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Tencent sets out 2019 strategy for WeChat: Voice assistant, mini programs, and videoJanuary 24, 2019Tencent has revealed plans to integrate its voice-enabled digital assistant Xiaowei into its flagship messaging app WeChat. The integration will allow WeChat’s more than 1 billion active users to perform tasks such as playing music and hailing rides via voice command within the app. However, no further details on either the launch date of Xiaowei on WeChat or how many services it will support were revealed at the time of the announcement. In addition to revealing that WeChat has reached 1 billion daily active users during WeChat’s annual conference held in Guangzhou on 9 January 2019, Tencent unveiled 2019 plans to focus on developing mini programs by expanding the company’s advertising inventory, as well as adding a video-sharing feature to WeChat.Subscribers Only
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Revisions to the UK transactional movie and TV market forecastsNovember 26, 2018IHS Markit has made revisions to transactional movies and TV revenues generated in the UK video sector across pay TV and online platforms. The revisions are a result of improved visibility on transactions and revenues based on conversations and data reviews with key players in the market including major Hollywood studios, pay TV platforms and online services.Subscribers Only
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How Blockchain Democratises Media IndustryJuly 06, 2018Blockchain engagement for media is increasing, this report focuses on how can blockchain change the ladnscape and solve pain points for media industry.Subscribers Only
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Mobile apps and games outlook: 2018June 11, 2018Mobile app store spending will pass $100bn by 2020 with Asia-Pacific accounting for the majority of revenues. South and Central America and Africa and the Middle East still lag behind, but will contribute the fastest growth as European and North American markets mature.Subscribers Only
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Amazon strikes major operator partnership dealMay 17, 2018The Amazon Prime Video app is to be made available via UK telco BT’s TV set-top boxes in June 2018, a major partnership deal for the global e-commerce and online video giant in one of its most developed markets.
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Snap's new Spectacles face major challenges despite improvementsMay 01, 2018US-based Snap, parent of messaging app Snapchat, has launched its second wearable product Spectacles V2. Available for USD 150 via the Snapchat app and website, the new Spectacles sunglasses will be available in more than 20 markets in the first couple of weeks of launch and feature: photo as well as video capture, HD recording by default, improved Bluetooth pairing, prescription lenses support, and new colour options.
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How can consumer platforms and ecosystems benefit from developing video?April 30, 2018This presentation, delivered by IHS analysts Jun Wen Woo at Broadband TV Connect Asia and Tom Morrod at Connected TV World, analyses the video strategies of leading technology platforms including Apple, Facebook, Google, Amazon,Tencent, Baidu, Alibaba, Line and Kakao.Subscribers Only
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Mobile Video Opportunities for OperatorsApril 23, 2018This report analyses mobile operator video strategies and opportunities, analysing the performance and strategies of the 25 leading operators globally. It also includes regional case studies and consumer survey analysis.Subscribers Only
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Chinese streaming platform iQiyi looks to raise $1.5 billion from IPO in the USMarch 05, 2018Chinese streaming service iQiyi last week filed a registration statement setting out plans to raise $1.5 billion from an IPO in the US. The company, funded by both advertising and subscription, was launched by main owner Baidu in 2010.
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Car hailing apps extend ecosystem with new money features: Mobile money market monitor H2 2017February 23, 2018Google Pay accelerated its global expansion during H2 2017, it added four new markets. Apple and Samsung continued to lead the global expansion of device-based mobile payments services. Car hailing apps expand mobile payments offerings through diversified partnerships.Subscribers Only
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Mobile money development H2 2017February 22, 2018Google Pay accelerated its global expansion during H2 2017, it added four new markets. Apple and Samsung continued to lead the global expansion of device-based mobile payments services. Car hailing apps expand mobile payments offerings through diversified partnerships.
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Blockchain opportunities in TMTDecember 08, 2017Blockchain is a distributed digital ledger technology which is used to record various types of transactions. As the underlying technology enabling Bitcoin, blockchain is currently being considered for a wide range of applications across many vertical markets, such as telecoms, music, games and advertising.Subscribers Only
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Spotify and Tencent Agree “Strategic Collaboration”December 05, 2017Spotify and Tencent have agreed a share swap and investment deal. The exact terms between the streaming music company and the Chinese internet giant have not been revealed but industry publications have reported that under the deal Spotify and Tencent Music Entertainment TME) will get 10% of each other’s businesses. TME, which is majority-owned by Tencent is the leading music streaming service in China powering offers from QQ Music, KuGou and Kuwo. In addition to the stock swap Tencent has acquired a stake in Spotify by purchasing shares from existing backers.
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Why platforms need payments and commerce strategiesNovember 24, 2017Mobile payments services are becoming attractive to wider industry players, as developing mobile financial services would add value to current offerings, bring new opportunities for service expansion and drive overall revenue growth.Subscribers Only
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Australian broadcaster unveils new OTT serviceNovember 22, 2017Australian commercial free-to-air TV broadcaster Seven Network will launch 7plus, its new over-the-top (OTT) digital video streaming service, in November 2017. 7plus will feature exclusive original commissions in addition to live and on demand content.
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iQiyi to work with Baidu for more AI application partnerships in 2018November 17, 2017During its annual iJOY event in Shanghai, Baidu-owned online video service, iQiyi has revealed plans to release more than 200 shows in 2018 and to collaborate with its mother company Baidu on artificial intelligence (AI) applications to drive its business. iQiyi aims to be a top media company driven by both content and technology innovation. iQiyi was founded in April 2010 by Baidu and Providence Equity Partners. Baidu is the biggest shareholder of iQiyi, with 80.5% stake in the company. In September 2017, iQiyi announced its plan to file for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States in 2018.
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Alibaba enhances online and offline integration to drive Singles’ Day salesNovember 15, 2017Singles’ Day (11th November ) an annual festival in China to celebrate being single. Its popularity has grown with commerce giant Alibaba using it as a promotion vehicle to drive online and mobile shopping. Alibaba broke its one-day online sales record with more than $25 billion in 2017.Subscribers Only
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Uber adds financial services to strengthen customer loyaltyNovember 02, 2017Uber partnered with Barclays and Visa to launch Uber Visa Card. In addition to increasing incentive offerings and enhancing the payment experience, Uber also aims to access customer information and data to expand its role in online and offline commerce.
