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TVC News launches on Sky in UK

Nigeria-based pan-African news channel TVC News has launched on BSkyB’s platform in the UK. TVC…

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Argos appoints former Amazon exec as digital director

UK high street retailer Argos has appointed former EMI and Amazon executive Bertrand Bodson to…

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BBC developing new iPlayer recommendation engine

The BBC is working to revamp its iPlayer recommendation engine to improve automated VOD programme…

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Lifetime to launch in UK, expected to replace Bio

US cable network Lifetime has confirmed it will launch in the UK this autumn. The…

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Magine unveils expansion plans with US$19 million investment

Magine has secured US$19 million (€15 million) in extra funding from Swedish and international investors…

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BBC to air Wimbledon finals in 3D, hails Glastonbury digital record

The BBC has confirmed that it will broadcast the final stages of this year’s Wimbledon…

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BT secures more football

BT has secured a two-year deal for rights to show live Football Conference matches. Under…

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Viewster names UK sales chief

Switzerland-based video-on-demand service Viewster has named Jeremy Playle as its UK sales director. Playle will…

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Disney Channel relaunches UK website

The Disney Channel has relaunched its website in the UK, bringing together all Disney Channel…

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Ofcom kicks of phase two of local TV licensing

UK regulator Ofcom has begun the second phase of licensing local TV channels. Following the…