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Virgin Media Unveils New FAST Channels Powered by Amagi and 24i

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

An initial selection of 14 channels have been rolled-out to Virgin Media's V6, TV 360, and Stream set-top boxes (STBs), allowing customers to instantly access an extended range of attractive content monetized through advertising.

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  • An initial selection of 14 channels have been rolled-out to Virgin Media's V6, TV 360, and Stream set-top boxes (STBs), allowing customers to instantly access an extended range of attractive content monetized through advertising.
  • Harnessing the Appstage application framework within the 24i Mod Studio streaming platform — which is pre-integrated with Amagi's playout solutions — the project introduced the FAST channels into Virgin Media's Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) without making any changes to existing STB configurations.
  • Srinivasan KA, Co-Founder and CRO at Amagi said, "Our collaboration with Virgin Media has been an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our technical prowess.
  • Our achievement in integrating multiple FAST channels into Virgin Media's STB environment through a unified gateway has significantly enriched user choice and paved the way for incremental revenues."

Virgin Media Unveils New FAST Channels Powered by Amagi and 24i

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, August 23, 2023

An initial selection of 14 channels have been rolled-out to Virgin Media's V6, TV 360, and Stream set-top boxes (STBs), allowing customers to instantly access an extended range of attractive content monetized through advertising.

Key Points: 
  • An initial selection of 14 channels have been rolled-out to Virgin Media's V6, TV 360, and Stream set-top boxes (STBs), allowing customers to instantly access an extended range of attractive content monetized through advertising.
  • Harnessing the Appstage application framework within the 24i Mod Studio streaming platform — which is pre-integrated with Amagi's playout solutions — the project introduced the FAST channels into Virgin Media's Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) without making any changes to existing STB configurations.
  • Srinivasan KA, Co-Founder and CRO at Amagi said, "Our collaboration with Virgin Media has been an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our technical prowess.
  • Our achievement in integrating multiple FAST channels into Virgin Media's STB environment through a unified gateway has significantly enriched user choice and paved the way for incremental revenues."

Affyn Races into Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023 Partnership

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Singapore, Singapore--(Newsfile Corp. - August 14, 2023) - Affyn is partnering with the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023 (GPSS), an event supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, to present a Web 3.0 event during the week of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix.

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  • Singapore, Singapore--(Newsfile Corp. - August 14, 2023) - Affyn is partnering with the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023 (GPSS), an event supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, to present a Web 3.0 event during the week of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix.
  • Affyn is proud to be a part of this momentous occasion, which serves as a testament to our commitment to innovation, as well as the company's aim to help make Singapore a destination for future-facing developments.
  • Affyn CEO, Lucaz Lee, said: "We are proud to partner with GPSS, as it underlines Affyn's intent to bolster Government initiatives and bring Web 3.0 development to the next level.
  • As the only official Web 3.0 company partnering with GPSS, an event supported by STB, it is an incredible opportunity to drive awareness of developments in the industry.

Relo Metrics Integrates VideoAmp Viewership Dataset Into Its AI-Driven Real-Time Platform for Sponsorship Measurement in Sports & Entertainment

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Relo Metrics (formerly GumGum Sports), the leading AI-powered sponsorship analytics platform for real-time data decisions, announced they will be integrating VideoAmp ’s industry-leading viewership data into their platform.

Key Points: 
  • Relo Metrics (formerly GumGum Sports), the leading AI-powered sponsorship analytics platform for real-time data decisions, announced they will be integrating VideoAmp ’s industry-leading viewership data into their platform.
  • Relo Metrics’ AI computer vision models detect and track every logo visible to audiences—during broadcast, streaming video, and in content shared via social media—to determine the return on investment for each sponsor.
  • The integration with Relo Metrics further propels the entire industry towards a more accurate understanding of advertising spend and performance.
  • The combination of each company’s extensive technology and sports broadcast expertise improves upon previous industry viewership metrics based on manual data gathering or incomplete datasets.

Yuvod and Red Bee Media Partner to Enhance Affordable Video Solutions for North American Content Providers

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Monday, July 31, 2023

Yuvod , the 100% cloud-based, end-to-end OTT and IPTV solutions provider, today announced a new partnership with Red Bee Media , a leading global media services provider, to integrate the most up-to-date metadata, allowing Yuvod to offer the most affordable, pre-integrated TV solution for providers of all sizes.

Key Points: 
  • Yuvod , the 100% cloud-based, end-to-end OTT and IPTV solutions provider, today announced a new partnership with Red Bee Media , a leading global media services provider, to integrate the most up-to-date metadata, allowing Yuvod to offer the most affordable, pre-integrated TV solution for providers of all sizes.
  • “Video providers big and small must deliver the same flawless, high-quality experience that can be easily accessed without costing a fortune,” said Ricardo Tárraga, co-founder and CEO at Yuvod.
  • “We’re excited to partner with Yuvod as they expand their offerings in North America,” said Jason Marchese, Head of Sales, Market Area Americas at Red Bee Media.
  • It’s an ideal solution for any organization delivering video directly to consumers and includes a plethora of unique capabilities that benefit broadcasters, cable operators, and other content providers.

Astronergy TOPCon modules offering sustainable energy for Singapore F1 race

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

HANGZHOU, China, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With installation of 1,396 pieces of Astronergy n-type TOPCon PV modules, the F1 Pit Building in Singapore will use solar power for the coming Formula 1 Grand Prix F1 race period in September.

Key Points: 
  • HANGZHOU, China, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With installation of 1,396 pieces of Astronergy n-type TOPCon PV modules, the F1 Pit Building in Singapore will use solar power for the coming Formula 1 Grand Prix F1 race period in September.
  • Upgraded by a total of 0.76MW ASTRO N5 TOPCon PV modules, the F1 race building in Singapore is enabled to use solar power to generate about 803,155 kWh of energy in a year, which is sufficient to power the facility for the entire race period for the Formula 1 Paddock Club suites, Race Control Room, Media Centre, garages, and the administrative offices.
  • According to local media reports, utilization of solar power for cleaner updating of F1 Pit building is one of the new measures announced by Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Singapore GP to make F1 race much more environmentally sustainable.
  • As a pioneer in n-type TOPCon PV modules and globally top 2 in TOPCon capacity, Astronergy frontier TOPCon 3.0 tech enables all its ASTRO N series TOPCon PV modules to have advantages of higher efficiency, higher power, higher performance and lower BOS&LCOE costs, which could make all possible demands for sustainable energy come true.

Astronergy TOPCon modules offering sustainable energy for Singapore F1 race

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, July 26, 2023

HANGZHOU, China, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With installation of 1,396 pieces of Astronergy n-type TOPCon PV modules, the F1 Pit Building in Singapore will use solar power for the coming Formula 1 Grand Prix F1 race period in September.

Key Points: 
  • HANGZHOU, China, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With installation of 1,396 pieces of Astronergy n-type TOPCon PV modules, the F1 Pit Building in Singapore will use solar power for the coming Formula 1 Grand Prix F1 race period in September.
  • Upgraded by a total of 0.76MW ASTRO N5 TOPCon PV modules, the F1 race building in Singapore is enabled to use solar power to generate about 803,155 kWh of energy in a year, which is sufficient to power the facility for the entire race period for the Formula 1 Paddock Club suites, Race Control Room, Media Centre, garages, and the administrative offices.
  • According to local media reports, utilization of solar power for cleaner updating of F1 Pit building is one of the new measures announced by Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Singapore GP to make F1 race much more environmentally sustainable.
  • As a pioneer in n-type TOPCon PV modules and globally top 2 in TOPCon capacity, Astronergy frontier TOPCon 3.0 tech enables all its ASTRO N series TOPCon PV modules to have advantages of higher efficiency, higher power, higher performance and lower BOS&LCOE costs, which could make all possible demands for sustainable energy come true.

International Cable Protection Committee Welcomes New Marine Biodiversity Treaty, Calls on All Parties to Promote Regulatory Certainty and Network Resilience

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

The International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC) welcomes the formal adoption on 19 June 2023 of a new international treaty on the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (the ‘BBNJ treaty’).

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  • The International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC) welcomes the formal adoption on 19 June 2023 of a new international treaty on the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (the ‘BBNJ treaty’).
  • The ICPC is the premier global organisation dedicated to protecting submarine cables from natural and human risks of damage and promoting resilience of submarine cable networks.
  • The ICPC will not be a party to the treaty, as it is not a state.
  • It also seeks the inclusion of individuals with submarine cable technical expertise on the STB’s roster of experts.

Secure Trust Bank Partners with EXUS for Debt Collections and Recovery Technology

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Secure Trust Bank (STB), an award-winning UK retail bank, has selected EXUS Software UK, the global leader in debt collections and recovery technology, to optimise its collections operations, through a data driven, zero customisations approach.

Key Points: 
  • Secure Trust Bank (STB), an award-winning UK retail bank, has selected EXUS Software UK, the global leader in debt collections and recovery technology, to optimise its collections operations, through a data driven, zero customisations approach.
  • EXUS’ long-term experience from working with banking and finance institutions across 4 continents, coupled with its award-winning debt collections software platform, made them the ideal strategic partner for Secure Trust Bank.
  • Using a single platform, the bank managed to reduce the complexity of business processes, streamline all communications with customers and gain full visibility of the complete customer journey in collections.
  • During the project both teams challenged each other, always questioning how EXUS’ debt collections technology could be best utilized to achieve STB’s expected business results.

Balancing environmental protection and economic growth

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

However, in the 1980s, the lake became so polluted that it emitted a putrid smell.

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  • However, in the 1980s, the lake became so polluted that it emitted a putrid smell.
  • The Yangxi, one of the 18 rivers that originate from Cangshan Mountain and empty into Erhai Lake, flows through the village.
  • Through their analysis of the water samples, the team found the farmland contributed 35 to 55 percent of the pollution.
  • Hans Lambers, a fellow with the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Australian Academy of Science, told Beijing Review that short-term benefits are too often pursued despite greater long-term losses, when asked about the difficulties in balancing economic development and environmental protection.