Monetization is still the defining topic of conversations around IPTV. The market is evolving rapidly as each player in the IPTV ecosystem looks to drive revenue in the space. What has been central to each discussion around monetizing IPTV is the need for strong partnerships and skillful collaboration. The complexities of IPTV are driving each [...]
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This morning, Motorola Mobility announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Dreampark, a leading IPTV software provider based in Norrköping, Sweden. The acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2011. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed but the Dreampark portfolio is expected to be integrated into the Motorola [...]
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Looking at the agenda for IPTV World Forum, it is clear to see that IPTV is an international phenomenon and there are lessons to be learned from both developed and emerging markets. Telegeography has noted that Western Europe remains the largest IPTV market accounting for 40% of global subscribers in 2010. Asia Pacific followed closely [...]
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Continuing on yesterday’s theme, here are some of my favorite posts from the second half of 2010. July: New Multi-Room DVR: Pause Live TV, Record Anywhere – covering a multi-room DVR deployment with Cincinnati Bell including features not available in larger operator environments August: VOD Economics: Are We There Yet? – on collapsing release windows and [...]
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If 2010 was the year for kick-starting TV Everywhere initiatives, 2011 may be the year cable really gets into an OTT frame of mind. First there’s the mad rush to integrate TV services with mobile applications. Comcast’s Xfinity TV app is getting a major promotional blast, and the momentum has pushed CableLabs to create its [...]
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