Cardless Content Security: The Smarter choice for Hybrid Networks

(May 7, 2013) White paper from Frost & Sullivan on Next-Generation Content Protection (co-sponsored by Verimatrix).

This paper discusses the security challenges operators face as they embrace multi-network, or hybrid, architectures to implement next-generation TV Everywhere content services.

While the complexity of the problem may seem insurmountable, there are technological advances that bring streamlined, scalable multi-network deployments within reach of pay TV operators. Cardless conditional access (CA) solutions are particularly well-positioned to provide secure yet cost-efficient security for today’s and tomorrow’s content protection needs.

FIC secures excluisve pay-TV rights to Iron Man 3 in HKG & SEA

Smash-hit superhero film to be part of FOX Movies Premium’s blockbuster line-up

Asia, May 7, 2013 – FOX International Channels (FIC) has secured the exclusive pay-TV rights in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia for Marvel Studio’s feature film, Iron Man 3. The hit film will be broadcast on the network’s leading Hollywood movies channel, FOX Movies Premium. The third film in the popular superhero franchise is expected to be a major summer blockbuster and one of the year’s highest-grossing theatrical features.

Iron Man 3’s box-office opening was incredibly successful, recording the highest opening weekend ever across most markets in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam, even eclipsing The Avengers, which itself was one of the most successful film releases of recent years. In the US, Iron Man 3 grossed a reported USD175.3 million, making it the second biggest domestic opening ever, behind only The Avengers.

The hit film is part of FOX Movies Premium’s unbeatable line-up of blockbuster movies. The premium channel has garnered massive popularity with TV-goers in Hong Kong and across Southeast Asia by bringing to audiences major hit movies like The Avengers, The Hunger Games and first-class series including The Walking Dead series, whose recent finale episode enjoyed stellar ratings.

Iron Man 3 will also be available on FOX Movies PLAY, the channel’s authenticated online catch-up service to complement the linear experience. FOX Movies PLAY is available to FOX Movies Premium channel subscribers at no additional cost and features a wide variety of content, including blockbuster movies, big-budget series, major live events, sophisticated documentaries and much more.

Iron Man 3 sees actor Robert Downey Jr. reprising the role of Tony Stark, whose world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called The Mandarin, played by Ben Kingsley, and which sets him off on an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution. The film also features an impressive cast that includes some of the Hollywood’s most popular actors, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle and Guy Pearce.

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About FOX Movies Premium
FOX Movies Premium is a revolutionary approach to the premium movie channel. The channel is dedicated to provide first-run, exclusive and live content, as well as cutting-edge, advanced services. Powered by its unique combination of first-run Hollywood blockbuster movies, acclaimed original series, live concerts and special events, and provocative documentaries, the channel provides an unmatched entertainment experience. The suite of services built around FOX Movies Premium includes a separate HD simulcast channel in Dolby 5.1 surround sound, a subscription video-on-demand service, and a market-leading authenticated online catch-up service.

For more information, please visit www.foxmoviespremium.tv/ www.foxmoviesplay.com.

About FOX International Channels
FOX International Channels (FIC) is News Corporation’s international multi-media business. We develop, produce and distribute 350 wholly- and majority-owned entertainment, factual, sports and movie channels across Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa, in 37 languages. These networks and their related mobile, non-linear and high-definition extensions reach over 1.1 billion households worldwide. We also operate a global online advertising unit .FOX (“dot-fox”) specialized in online video and display, and four TV production houses.

In Asia, FIC operates or distributes 37 channel brands, including the FOX, STAR and National Geographic brands, with over 100 feeds across 14 markets, As the leading pay-TV network in the region, FIC reaches more than 550 million cumulative subscribers across Asia Pacific and the Middle East with offices in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Australia, New Zealand and the UAE. For more information, please visit www.foxinternationalchannels.com.

Media inquiries:
FOX International Channels
Kelly Jang
Tel: +852 2621 8875
Email: Kelly.Jang@fox.com

FleishmanHillard
James Hacking
Tel: +852 2967 8982
Email: James.Hacking@bluecurrentgroup.com

Shirley Lam
Tel: +852 2111 3171
Email: Shirley.Lam@fleishman.com

Viettel gets nod to provide cable TV services

(May 7 2013) The military-run mobile service operator Viettel has reportedly been licensed to provide cable television services and plans to start the business in the last quarter of this year, a source told the Daily.

Viettel will be allowed provide digital and analog cable TV services nationwide, except in major cities including Hanoi, HCMC, Haiphong, Danang, Can Tho, Khanh Hoa, Lam Dong and Daklak where it is only allowed to provide digital cable TV services, not analog cable TV services, according to the source.

CNN Celebrates 15 Years as Top News Channel in Asia Pacific

New research confirms No. 1 position for news and business brand

CNN retains its position as the number one news and business brand on all platforms, according to new findings from the latest Pan-Asia Pacific Cross-Media survey (PAX). The research reinforces the network’s undisputed regional leadership in TV, mobile and online – making it 15 consecutive years in the top position.

The latest PAX results for the period Q1 to Q4 2012 show that CNN is the clear frontrunner among international news and business channels across all metrics. CNN also continues to deliver its brand of quality, engaging and trustworthy news content to an affluent and discerning demographic across Asia Pacific. Highlights of the research include:

• The CNN brand reaches 30% of PAX respondents across all platforms#, with an even stronger connection with hard-to-reach target groups, such as top management (43% monthly reach). The total brand reach is also 43% greater than the next largest international news brand (BBC), and 2.4 times more than the third placed news and business brand (CNBC).

• CNN is also the outright leader in reaching high income earners*.

• Each week, CNN reaches 55% more international travelers than the next placed news and business channel.

• Within the business community, far more corporate investors** watch CNN than any other international news and business channel. CNN alone reaches 79% more of these investors each week than the combined audience of the international business/financial news channels.

• As a TV news brand, CNN has two-thirds (68%) more daily and 57% more weekly viewers than any other international news or business channel. Across a month, CNN’s leadership remains strong, with 46% more viewers than the next placed TV news brand (BBC World News), and more than twice as many viewers as CNBC.

Duncan Morris, Vice President of Research at Turner International Asia Pacific, said: “What makes these results particularly striking is that CNN has the largest audience base in news, no matter how you look at the data – by platform, target group or reach metric. Since the first PAX results were announced in 1997, CNN has demonstrated that it is consistently successful in delivering quantity, as well as quality, in audience terms.”

In the most recent research, CNN also demonstrated its online brand strength, with the results for CNN’s websites scoring well against the competition.

• CNN is the most widely visited international media brand## online, with 71% more monthly users than the next placed brand (BBC.com).

o CNN’s competitive advantage is even stronger among Business Decision Makers (110% more users) and Top Management (93% more).

o While CNN website usage continues to grow year-on-year, the same is not the case for the next ranked media brand (BBC.com).

• CNN# also has the largest user base via mobile devices, with one third (34%) more monthly users than the next placed brand (BBC)#.

• Combining website reach with reach via mobile devices, CNN’s strength on digital platforms is clear, with 48% more users than the next placed brand (BBC)#.

Notes
*Personal monthly income US$10,000+
**Area in which respondents authorize purchase decisions: corporate investment
#Base: 10 PAX markets excluding Tokyo (mobile data not available)
##CNN/CNN Money. Excludes portals and content aggregators

About PAX
The Ipsos PAX survey measures media consumption among the top 22% of society in socio-economic terms across 11 Asia Pacific markets: Australia (Sydney, Melbourne), Bangkok, Hong Kong, India (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore) Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Seoul, Singapore, Taipei and Tokyo.

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About CNN International
CNN is the world’s leading global 24-hour news network and one of the world’s most respected and trusted sources for news and information. The CNN brand is available to two billion people via 18 CNN branded TV, internet and mobile services produced by CNN Worldwide, a division of Turner Broadcasting System Inc and a Time Warner company. CNN International is the international directorate of CNN Worldwide and distributes news via 14 services in seven different languages. CNN International can be seen in more than 268 million households and hotel rooms in over 200 countries and territories worldwide, including over 46 million across the Asia Pacific region and online at www.cnn.com/international.

Cartoon Network Amazone Appoints Jennifer Doig as CMO

Former Turner Broadcasting exec to lead marketing for Cartoon Network Amazone, Thailand’s first internationally branded theme park

BANGKOK (April 30, 2013) – Amazon Falls Company Limited, the developer of Cartoon Network Amazone, the world’s first Cartoon Network themed waterpark, today announced the appointment of former Turner Broadcasting executive Jennifer Doig as Chief Marketing Officer.

Jennifer will lead the marketing and communications strategies for Cartoon Network Amazone, set to open in late 2013 in Bang Saray, Thailand. The ultimate in waterpark entertainment, Cartoon Network Amazone will invite guests to splash out with their favorite characters from popular Cartoon Network series such as Ben 10, Adventure Time, Regular Show and The Amazing World of Gumball. Featuring 10 dynamic entertainment zones, Cartoon Network Amazone is designed to animate the guest experience with high-speed water rollercoasters, exciting attractions, Asia’s largest aqua playground and dazzling live shows.

Jennifer joins Amazon Falls from Turner Broadcasting in Hong Kong, where she served as Asia Pacific director of public relations. In this capacity she oversaw the consumer and trade communications for Turner’s expansive entertainment portfolio of brands, including leading kids’ channel Cartoon Network, which reaches 71 million households across the region.

In addition to having more than 15 years of experience in integrated communications, Jennifer also brings to Cartoon Network Amazone a wealth of expertise in Asia Pacific travel and tourism. During her tenure at leading consultancy Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Jennifer was responsible for the creation of the firm’s first dedicated travel, tourism and entertainment division in Hong Kong. Key accounts Jennifer led while at Ogilvy included the grand opening of Hong Kong Disneyland, the premiere of Cirque du Soleil in Macau, the launch of Madame Tussaud’s Shanghai and Tourism Malaysia.

Mr. Liakat Dhanji, Chairman and CEO of Amazon Falls Co. Ltd., said, “Jennifer’s depth of experience in destination promotion and branded kids’ entertainment makes her ideally suited for this position at Cartoon Network Amazone. Jennifer will play an instrumental role in establishing Cartoon Network Amazone as the world’s most experiential waterpark in the world, while enhancing Thailand’s profile as the top vacation destination for guests of all ages.”

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About Amazon Falls Co. Ltd.
Amazon Falls Co. Ltd., a Thailand-based resort company, is the developer of Cartoon Network Amazone, the world’s first Cartoon Network themed waterpark. Cartoon Network Amazone is slated to open in late 2013 and expects to welcome up to one million visitors in its first year of operation. Set amid 16 acres of lush coastal plains, it is located in the burgeoning resort hotspot of Bang Saray, Thailand, just 90 minutes southeast of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport and 15 minutes from Pattaya.

Amazon Falls works closely with Turner Broadcasting Asia Pacific and many of the world’s leading engineers, designers and architects to bring the world of Cartoon Network, its stories and iconic characters to life in a way that will animate every guest’s experience like never before.

For more information please visit:
www.CartoonNetworkAmazone.com
www.facebook.com/CNAmazone

For Media Enquiries:
Ms. Nattamon Puangkaew
Public Relations Manager
Cartoon Network Amazone
E: nattamon@cartoonnetworkamazone.com
T: +66 38 237 707

Thailand in View – Changing the Digital Landscape

THAILAND IN VIEW 2013 – CHANGING THE DIGITAL LANDSCAPE

(Bangkok, May 2, 2013) – CASBAA returns to Thailand to host an in depth forum examining the multichannel TV industry in the country with Thailand in View 2013, 30 May at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld.

“We are turning the spotlight again on the vibrant multichannel TV market in Thailand,” said Christopher Slaughter, CEO, CASBAA. “With a thriving broadcasting industry brimming with opportunity and possibilities, Thailand is an emerging market with a promising future and this forum will explore the potential and examine the pitfalls of broadcasting in the country.”

With over 22 million TV households in Thailand, multichannel TV’s 65% household penetration translates into 14.3 million households or 45 million people (source Nielsen). Cable and satellite TV penetration has tripled over the last three years, due in part, to the government’s decision to allow advertising on pay-TV and local cable and falling satellite dish prices.

In the news, the ongoing English Premier League rights negotiations, digital terrestrial TV broadcasting licensing and the ongoing battle with the NBTC’s “must-carry” rule over sporting events have dominated the headlines recently.

Built around current issues affecting the country now, Thailand in View 2013 has created an agenda that is both topical and timely with panels including:

The Neighborhood is Getting Crowded — Digital Terrestrial Licensing and its effects on the CabSat Ecosystem
It’s about the Money, Money, Money — Advertising on CabSat TV in Thailand
Meeting Diverse Demands — New Content for Thailand
Driving Take-Up of CabSat Platforms in Thailand – Is Football Really the Key?
Thailand’s New Regulatory Framework – Is it Promoting Growth?
The Times They Are A-Changing…..and People Watch TV Differently

Lending their expertise and sharing their insights, a local and international roster of industry leaders will spearhead the discussion through keynote addresses, panels and conversations. Guests at this year’s forum include Dr. Natee Sukonrat (Vice Chairman, Broadcasting Committee, National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission), Sompan Charumilinda (Executive Vice Chairman, True Visions), Nilufar Fowler (MD, Mindshare), Nadia Hwang (Executive Director, Regional Entertainment Advertising Sales, Turner International Asia Pacific), Adisak Limprungpatanakij (President, Nation Broadcasting Corporation PCL), Niphon Naksompop (Chairman, Satellite Television Association (Thailand)), Adrian New (MD Asia-Pacific, Chelsea Football Club), Jiradej Nusthit (SVP, Chief of Strategic and Corporate Planning, Cable Thai Holding), Sinthu Peatrarut (MD, Media Client Leadership Thailand, Nielsen), Wannee Ruttanaphon (President, Media Agency Association of Thailand (MAAT); Chairman, IPG Mediabrands), Thinakorn Thianprathum (GM, Me Television Co., Ltd.), Dr. Pana Thongmeearkhom (Executive Committee, Broadcasting and Telecommunications Research and Development Fund for the Public Interest) and many others.

In conjunction with the Forum, CASBAA will also be releasing an updated Thailand in View country report with the most up-to-date information on Thailand’s exciting pay-TV market and containing important TV industry data and regulatory information.

Thailand in View 2013 is generously supported by Presenting Sponsor True Visions and by Sponsors Conax, Irdeto and Thaicom.

For more information please visit www.casbaa.com.

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About CASBAA

Established in 1991, CASBAA is the Association for digital multichannel TV, content, platforms, advertising and video delivery across Asia. Spanning 18 geographic markets, CASBAA and its Members reach over 445 million connections through a footprint ranging from China to Australasia, Japan to Pakistan. The CASBAA mission is to promote the growth of multichannel TV and video content through industry information, networking exchanges and events while promoting global best practices. To view the full list of CASBAA members please visit here.

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For enquiries, please contact:

Desmond Chung
PR & Communications Manager
CASBAA
Tel: +852 3929-1712
Email: desmond@casbaa.com

Fashion One Goes Multi-screen With Toggle in Asia

The Bigfoot Ventures Subsidiary Lands in Singapore

Hong Kong, May 2, 2013 – Fashion One, the international channel for fashion, entertainment and lifestyle television, announces their first over-the-top service deal in Asia with Toggle, MediaCorp’s personal entertainment service in Singapore. The channel for the first time in Singapore is now available on multiple devices with an uninterrupted and engaging viewing experience to the subscribers.

The international television network caters to the country’s online female audience, covering the very latest fashion, entertainment, and lifestyle news, profiles of A-list celebrities, luxury brands, holiday destinations and red carpet events. Fashion One also delivers a strong lineup of original programming from reality shows, documentaries, beauty tips and street styling. All of these can now be enjoyed on Toggle online, on iPads and iPhones. The app for connected TVs and Android devices will be available soon.

Fashion One’s CEO, Ashley Jordan, said, “We are happy to launch the service with MediaCorp’s Toggle which allows our subscribers to choose where and how they want to consume our programmes. With our full multi-screen rights on all contents on the channel, Fashion One will continue reaching out to more female viewers in the world and giving them an enhanced, comprehensive and engaging viewing experience with our new expanded suite of services.”

“Toggle is proud to be the first in Singapore to offer Fashion One and make it available on multi-screens. We kickstart the partnership with two original programmes Eco Fashion Season 2 and Kick Up Your Heels. Eco Fashion is a groundbreaking docu-series that will take you on a mind-opening journey into the realm of environmentally sustainable fashion while Kick Up Your Heels is a sexy, fun lifestyle series that brings the high-heeled workout phenomenon right into the living rooms. Viewers also get to enjoy an on-going fashion news series Fashion Frontline and lifestyle series on Yoga, Health and Well-being.” Said Julian Lit, Vice President of Programming & Marketing, OTT.

Be in the forefront of fashion with Fashion One! Fashion One is available to our Toggle Prime subscribers from only $8.24/month or à la carte at $5.35/month.

About Fashion One
FASHION ONE is a global lifestyle and entertainment TV network for women focused on glamorous and inspirational fashion in all aspect of life. With the latest updates and in-depth interviews with designers and celebrities, female audiences will be entertained with Fashion One’s original programmes including reality shows, documentary, travelogue, entertainment news and lifestyle magazine. The Fashion One Network is a subsidiary of Bigfoot Entertainment launched in 2010. For more information, please visit www.fashionone.com.

About Toggle
Toggle’s over-the-top service offers entertainment, information and news to viewers on multiple devices, making content-viewing an uninterrupted and engaging experience. To enjoy this, viewers can choose to subscribe to their favourite channels and movies simply sign up for an account To start enjoying MediaCorp’s latest personal entertainment service, visit www.toggle.sg or download the app on your iPhone or iPad from the App Store. Toggle will be made available on connected TVs and android devices this May.

For media queries, please contact:

Fashion One
Gorden Li (Mr)
gorden@fashionone.com
+852 5808 3450

Toggle
Joni Ng (Ms)
Senior Marketing Manager
Convergent Media Division
joni@mediacorp.com.sg
+65 6350 3962

now TV further expands distribution footprint to Singapore

now TV further expands distribution footprint to Singapore with StarHub’s launch of now TV channels and on-demand services

Reinforces now TV as a major international player

PCCW (SEHK:0008) – HONG KONG, April 30, 2013 – now TV, Hong Kong’s largest quadruple-play pay-TV provider, has reached an understanding to enter into an overseas content distribution agreement with StarHub, Singapore’s biggest broadband Internet and cable TV operator.

With now TV’s upcoming co-operation with Starhub, its footprint will be further expanded to cover Singapore, in addition to its recently announced distribution plans to Malaysia, Thailand and US, reinforcing its position as a major international player.

This collaboration means StarHub customers will be able to enjoy premium Chinese-language programming from now TV on Demand, now Baogu Movies, now Mango and now HaiRun channels:

now TV on Demand features an array of high quality and popular self-produced Cantonese lifestyle programs including One Life One Earth, Chef Corner, You are the Queen, and up-to-date entertainment news programs such as Station 102.

now Baogu Movies, a movie channel jointly launched by now TV, Huayi Brothers, Peter Chan’s Shine Focus, and Edko Films, showcases first-run Hong Kong movies and Asian blockbusters, exclusive behind-the-scenes, first-class short films, and related interviews. Viewers can also enjoy the excitement of movies whenever they like via the now Baogu Movies on Demand.

now Mango, a joint venture between now TV and Hunan Broadcasting System, is not to be missed by anyone looking for a close encounter of the A-list artistes from the region – Aaron Kwok, Faye Wong, Mayday and Jang Keun-suk are just some of the stars appearing on its top-rated variety shows, including Happy Camp, Make progress Everyday and World of Women.

now HaiRun, launched by now TV and Hairun Media and Entertainment Group, offers critically acclaimed and award-winning Chinese drama series which feature actors and actresses including Sun Hong-lei, Betty Sun Li, Dayo Wong Chi-wah, Maggie Cheung Ho-yee, and Joyce Tang Lai-ming.

Ms. Janice Lee, PCCW’s Managing Director of TV & New Media, said, “Singapore is one of the most important Chinese-language markets in our overseas distribution roadmap and we are glad to have StarHub, the largest pay-TV operator in Singapore, as a partner. We are excited that more and more viewers globally can experience our top-class Chinese-language entertainment, movies and drama series.”

Ms. Lee Soo Hui, Vice President of Media Business Unit, StarHub, said, “We are excited to work with now TV, Hong Kong’s leading pay-TV operator, to showcase even more exciting content from Hong Kong on our platform. The partnership with now TV augments StarHub TV’s comprehensive range of Asian lineup and reinforces our leadership in Asian content. We are confident the now Baogu Movies that showcases the hottest movies with exclusive behind-the-scenes footages and related interviews, will be well-received. Similarly, now Mango’s top-rated variety shows showcasing Asian superstars will be a hit with the Singapore audience. In addition, Singapore’s viewers would be happy to note that the highly-popular lifestyle programs on now TV On Demand not only offer them flexibility in their viewing schedules, they will be aired in the original Cantonese language.”

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For further information, please contact:
Ivan Ho
Corporate Communications Manager
Tel: +852 2883 8747

Digital Matters Presented by Window Azure, supported by CASBAA and Movideo

DIGITAL AND MUSIC MATTERS 2013 RETURNS WITH BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE FANFEST POWERED BY HP

Highlights

The YouTube FanFest powered by HP will bring together fans and rising YouTube stars from around the world
Global industry experts to convene at the week that matters
Exciting line-up of international music professionals including Johnny Wright and Gurrumul Yunupingu
Over 50 bands from 20 countries performing at this year’s Music Matters Live with HP

Singapore, 30 April 2013 – Branded Ltd. today announced the return of the award-winning Digital & Music Matters with a brand-new exciting first for Asia – the YouTube FanFest powered by HP – a two-night ‘live’ YouTube showcase in Singapore featuring a roster of 20 established and breakout global sensations giving fans and the digital media industry an opportunity to get up close and personal with the stars who are driving today’s YouTube economy.

The YouTube stars coming to the YouTube FanFest powered by HP have a combined subscriber base of 12.5 million and over 2.5 billion views. With Asia Pacific’s growing fan base for these creators, this is a first-of-its-kind event in Singapore. Part entertainment and part education, the two-night showcase will include ‘live’ performances and ‘live’ debuts of new content from these stars, as well as interactive meet and greet sessions between stars and fans.

“YouTube’s influence on today’s digital consumer is undisputable. Every month, one billion unique users visit YouTube to discover and share content and videos like never before. They have also given birth to the new wave of celebrities, whose influence can be seen across pop culture, politics and today’s marketing campaigns. Our partnership with YouTube and HP helps us to further our vision to bring the best of today’s emerging artists to the delegates of this year’s Digital & Music Matters, and their fans in Asia,” said Mr. Jasper Donat, President of Digital & Music Matters and CEO, Branded Ltd.

“Today, people think differently about media. For the first time an entire generation, who we call Gen C, has grown up with an unmediated relationship with content. They are defined by the Internet, mobile and social networking – and even for this new generation, video remains the most potent way to engage them. The YouTube FanFest powered by HP will be a unique coming together of YouTube creators and their Gen C fans to celebrate the amazing range of quality content available on YouTube,” said Mr. Benjamin Grubbs, APAC Head of Partner Marketing, YouTube.

Mr. Nick Lazaridis, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President, Printing and Personal Systems Category, HP Asia Pacific and Japan said, “HP is proud to be powering both YouTube FanFest and Music Matters Live this year. HP continues to stand at the forefront of digital technology, paving the way for creative talents to do what matters to them, pursue their passions and unleash their creativity.

“Through this festival, we showcase HP’s suite of innovative Windows 8 products that are forging the link between artistes and audiences, providing them with an immersive audio, visual and touch experience both at home and on the go.”

Dubbed “TED meets SXSW” by Jason Mraz, Digital & Music Matters (www.allthatmatters.asia) was named Trade Conference of the Year at Singapore Experience Awards 2012 and it is the only event in Asia Pacific that brings the entire entertainment ecosystem under one roof.

The eighth edition of Music Matters, the pioneer music industry event in Asia Pacific, will feature a stellar cast of music industry heavyweights such as Johnny Wright (who managed artists including the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson) and Gurrumul Yunupingu, triple-platinum selling artist who has been described by Rolling Stone magazine as “Australia’s Most Important Voice”.

Covering topics ranging from the future of ticketing to how artists can use Social Media to their advantage, top speakers at Music Matters 2013 include:

Johnny Wright, Manager, Justin Timberlake
Rob Wells, President, Global Digital Business, Universal Music Group International
Tan Tong Hai, CEO, StarHub
Kenji Kitatani, President, AVEX Holdings
Frances Moore, CEO, The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)
Nikhil Chandhok, Group Product Manager, YouTube
Benji Rogers, Owner, Pledge Music
Chris Lin, CEO, KKBOX
Axel Dauchez, Chief Executive Officer, Deezer
Brad Ramsey, Director Consumer Marketing, Google Asia Pacific
Eric Sheinkop, CEO & Founder, Music Dealers

This year, delegates and budding artists can also look forward to two full-days of mentoring sessions and workshops at the Music Matters Academy with HP, allowing industry experts from the music and entertainment industry to share useful tips and advice to help grow the local talent base, including the members of the Singapore Music Society.

“We want to give back to Asia’s music industry and to help budding artists with a platform to be seen and heard. With so many music industry experts from around the world gathered here for a few days, this is a great opportunity for talent to learn tips and tricks of the trade and network with the Music Matters delegates who can help them open up more opportunities,” said Mr. Donat.

Digital Matters, which returns for the third year, is presented by Windows Azure and produced in association with Movideo and CASBAA.

This year’s Digital Matters presented by Windows Azure will focus on the steady innovation in digital technologies across the music and entertainment industry, which has opened varied and lucrative opportunities to monetise content. Featuring international brands that are key players in the digital realm, including Microsoft, The Coca-Cola Company, YouTube, SingTel and more, who will be sharing ideas on how brands and companies can make use of the latest technology to grow and cultivate their fans, customers and stakeholders.

The powerhouse lineup of digital’s new breed of leaders at Digital Matters presented by Windows Azure include:

Taras Bugir, Worldwide Managing Director, Media and Cable, Microsoft
Wendy Clark, Senior Vice President, Integrated Marketing Communication and Capabilities, The Coca-Cola Company
Brad Ramsey, Director Consumer Marketing, Google Asia Pacific
Chris Jaques, Chief Executive Officer, M&C Saatchi
Susana Tsui, Regional Vice President, OgilvyOne Worldwide, Asia Pacific
Tony McGinn, Chief Executive Officer, Movideo
David Loiterton, Managing Director, APAC, Omnifone
Jeff Whatcott, Chief Marketing Officer, Brightcove
Simon Joyce, CEO, MCM Media

The week that matters concludes with a three-night music festival, Music Matters Live with HP, featuring over 50 bands from 20 countries across seven venues in Clarke Quay, Singapore, including Burma’s first all-singing, all-dancing, all-girl group Me N Ma Girls. The Fountain Stage will be filmed, and streamed live on YouTube by the keen media students at Singapore Poly.

There will also be country showcases from Australia, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and Canada. These artists will perform over 160 shows during the three nights – all for free to members of the public and music lovers.

“Digital & Music Matters has become a prime example of our on-going efforts to enable industry players to add creative content to our burgeoning entertainment scene and is also reflective of our drive towards quality tourism. For example, elements like the Music Matters Live series and the YouTube FanFest offer fresh new experiences that we believe will further catalyse positive developments within the entertainment scene. We are encouraged by the capacity of Digital & Music Matters to innovate, and have no doubt that it will continue to thrive year on year,” said Ms Lynette Pang, Executive Director (Arts & Entertainment, F1& Sports), Singapore Tourism Board.

“We want to help create new stars by supporting upcoming artists and the independent music community. With Music Matters Live with HP, these artists will get the chance to perform to a truly international crowd while at the same time, connect with their fans in this part of the world,” explained Mr. Donat.

Online participants this year can look forward to a dedicated YouTube channel and tune in to the YouTube FanFest powered by HP web experience at www.youtube.com/fanfest and www.youtubefanfest.com , both created by software and services startup CYCLONE.

Digital & Music Matters is proudly supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, Media Development Authority of Singapore, and Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore. Other key sponsors on board for 2013 are: 88tc88, Accenture, Akamai, AsiaWorld-Expo, Barks, Believe Digital, Blonde Media, BMI, Brightcove, CIMA, Channel [V], Eon, Fender, Fox, Google/ YouTube, Gracenote, HP, ICON, Invest HK, Images in Motion, KOCCA, Windows Azure, Movideo, MPAJ, Omnifone, Pacific Beverages, Samsung, Singapore Grand Prix, Sounds Australia and the Singapore National Arts Council.

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About Branded Ltd.

Branded Ltd. is the organiser of Digital & Music Matters, and Music Matters Live and the YouTube FanFest (both supported by HP). Branded is a leading Asian media and entertainment brand marketing agency. Branded has successfully partnered brands with a number of the world’s leading entertainment attractions including: Walking with Dinosaurs, the Rolling Stones, Coco Lee, Black Eyed Peas, Jamie Cullum, We Will Rock You, James Blunt, ARTHK, Chicago the Musical and even Barney the Dinosaur.

Branded also has unique experience in the media and technology space having been the exclusive sales agent for the CASBAA Convention since 2003. Branded also created the MediaWorks event in partnership with Haymarket (the publishers of Campaign).

For more information on Digital & Music Matters 2013, please visit www.allthatmatters.com For media enquiries, please contact:

Iris Leong
Bite PR
E: iris.leong@biteglobal.com
T: +65 6323 7377

Charlotte Tan
Bite PR
E: charlotte.tan@biteglobal.com
T: +65 6323 7377

Rachel Lo
Branded Ltd (Singapore)
E: rachel@branded.asia
T: +65 9847 8839

NDS Collaborates with Sichuan Cable TV Network

NDS Collaborates with Sichuan Cable TV Network to deploy advanced TV services and flexible viewing for 15m subscribers in China

April 29, 2013, CHINA – NDS (www.nds.com), now part of Cisco announced that it is collaborating with one of China’s largest cable operators, Sichuan Cable TV Network (SCTV), to deploy advanced functionality that will provide an enriched subscriber experience with greater flexibility for over 15 million subscribers.

Highlights:

SCTV are utilizing the two-way nature of their network to provide subscribers with more flexible viewing, including the ability to catch-up on missed programs, restart live TV and personalize their service through features such as ‘My planner’.

In addition, SCTV are introducing additional revenue generating opportunities including EPG advertising solutions that enable ads to be addressed to a specific region, county or subscriber profile; HDTV, Video on Demand, multi-room offers and interactive features including games, flight info and the lottery.

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