All Linear TV articles
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NewsC4 board still not representative of desired levels of diversity, says chair
Following the appointment of five new non-executive directors to the Board of Channel 4 Television Corporation, Sir Ian Cheshire, Chair of the Channel 4 Board, was keen to clarify that while the appointments improve inclusivity on the board, they “do not yet meet the levels of representation throughout the rest ...
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NewsBBC News Sets out Cost Savings and Reinvestment Plan
BBC News has set out a cost savings and reinvestment plan which will include a reformatting of flagship news programme Newsnight as a 30-minute show.
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Industry TrendsPersonalisation: The Key to Increasing Sporting Engagement
There’s more to avoiding churn and satisfying viewers than simply creating good content. As linear TV increasingly takes on the character of a legacy format, the medium through which video is consumed becomes almost as crucial a component as the content itself, writes Andrew Williams.
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Daily NewsPlay Japan buys Veset
Japanese media technology company Play acquired Latvia-based Veset, which will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Play and continue to develop solutions for cloud playout and channel management.
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Daily NewsSmartclip and Ad Alliance team on addressable TV ads
Ad Alliance and Smartclip announced a new product to enhance linear TV spots with targetable addressable TV formats.
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Industry TrendsFAST channels thrive as viewers look for ‘lean back’ viewing
The success of FAST channels proves that viewers still enjoy a ‘lean back’ viewing experience in the streaming age.
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NewsWhat is the future of linear TV?
Linear channels will continue to exist in years to come but will increasingly be delivered by streaming platforms, a Future of Linear IBC Conference session concluded yesterday.
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Daily NewsSports content ‘an engagement powerhouse’ — NPAW
While the global video streaming industry kept growing in the first half of 2022, each individual service continued losing playtime per user as the competition between platforms increased.
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Industry TrendsSTB sector pursuing further standardisation and UX improvements
The need to support multiple platforms and cost-effective deployment remains unchanged, but there are still plenty of ways in which set top box (STB) developers are seeking to enhance their offers, writes David Davies.
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Daily NewsAn appy future
Content Everywhere exhibitors provide some of their thoughts on what the current trends are in the TV apps and content market — and how content providers should set themselves apart in order to retain audience engagement.
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Industry TrendsGlobal content brands enter the FAST space as it continues to gain consumer appeal
Free Ad Supported Streaming TV (FAST) is quickly becoming the content model of choice for viewers and brands alike, according to the third edition of Amagi’s industry report. FAST performance is accelerating across the globe, driven by subscription fatigue and consumers’ growing demand for linear viewing experiences.
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NewsTalkTV unveils launch date and Piers Morgan show
News UK’s TalkTV is to launch on 25 April with a schedule featuring shows hosted by Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne.
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Daily NewsVeset achieves ISO certification
Cloud native linear channel management platform Veset has received certification in two areas of information security: ISO27001 and ISO27017.
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Daily NewsA silver lining for cloud playback
Building on its relationship with Los Angeles-based Crown Media Family Networks, Globecast is now providing the media company with cloud playout services for the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama. Each will reach more than 150 million homes in the US.
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Executive InterviewsNart Bouran: Sky’s the limit in MENA
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) have always been a focal point for international news, but only recently have news outlets in the region grown into major global players with an international reach.
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Executive InterviewsJames Rosenstock: March of the millennials
Vice Media is on an aggressive expansion path, looking to launch in 50 markets around the world; and it’s not just focusing on mobile and online programming – linear TV is a key part of the offering.
