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FeaturedBBC launches iPlayer Kids app
The new app was first announced last fall as part of BBC’s Big Digital Plan for Children, and offers more than 10,000 episodes of kids’ content.
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DistributionNetflix names the date for second season of Marco Polo
After receiving mixed reviews from fans in its debut, the show creators have added action star Michelle Yeoh to the cast line-up.
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DistributionTom Waits balances virtue and vice in Hulu pilot
Citizen is among a slate of originals set to bow on the SVOD service this year as it looks to better compete with Netflix and Amazon.
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FeaturedVivendi makes mobile streaming a priority
The media giant will launch Studio+ this fall, tapping a preference among younger viewers to trade the traditional TV for a smartphone screen.
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FeaturedMachinima reveals new e-sports franchise
CEO Chad Gutstein on the big money the vertical brings in, the international appeal and why – despite the doubters – it has a future in linear.
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DistributionCuriosityStream explores The Living Universe
The SVOD has partnered on the $5-million co-pro, which will consist of a feature doc and television series chronicling the search for alien life.
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DistributionTurner goes over-the-top in Thailand
The deal with Thai telco AIS gives subscribers access to content from Warner TV, World Heritage Channel, HLN, Boomerang and Toonami.
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FundingLeSports secures $1.2 billion in series B financing
The company, now valued at $3.3 billion, specializes in acquiring streaming rights to sporting events, as well as creating “smart” fitness devices.
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AnalyticsDefy Media digs into the digital diets of young Americans
The latest study from the Gen Z-focused digital media co. finds that YouTube still reigns, but social media is gaining ground as the go-to streaming source.
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DistributionKevin Hart brings the laughs to Lionsgate VOD service
The platform, Laugh Out Loud, will include licenced and curated comedy content, as well as originals (including one starring Viner Logan Paul).
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