Events

WORK Microwave to host Satcoms Innovation Group European Workshop

Douglas, Isle of Man, 1st October 2019 – The Satcoms Innovation Group (SIG) is partnering with WORK Microwave to host its European Workshop on 22nd -23rd October 2019 in Holzkirchen. The workshop brings together people working at the operational level of satellite communications to discuss current and future challenges.

A Truly Fan-SAST-ic Week: The 8th CSA-IAA Conference on Advanced Space Technologies, and a Visit to SAST

by Blaine Curcio

Shanghai, China, September 15, 2019--Space industry conferences come in all shapes and sizes. As someone who has spent most of my career covering the commercial and government satcom industry, most of the conferences I attend are more commercial in nature—discussion tends to focus on business plans that are already in existence, or otherwise, on the horizon. This year, for the first time, I was fortunate enough to be invited to the 8th CSA-IAA Conference on Advanced Space Technologies, a conference held every two years in Shanghai, and hosted by the Chinese Society of Astronautics (CSA), the International Academy of Astronautics (IAA), and the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology (SAST).

Malaysia In View Projects Positive Outlook; Sees Innovation and Collaboration as Key to Moving Forward

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sept 11, 2019 — The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) welcomed over 150 delegates to its conference, Malaysia in View, on 3 September in Kuala Lumpur, for a full day of sessions with the best of both local and international players in Malaysia to discuss the state of the video industry here as it moves into the age of digital convergence.

ITU Telecom World 2019 Opens 4 Days of Debate, Tech Exhibition Focusing on Innovation & Connectivity

Budapest, Sept. 9, 2019 — ​ITU Telecom World 2019, the global tech event for governments, corporates and small- and medium-sized enterprises, opened its doors today to four days of exhibition, debate, networking and awards amongst some of the most influential names from across the information and communication technology (ICT) sector.

ITU Inter-regional Workshop Prepares for WRC-19, Cutting Edge Telecom Technologies Aim to Deliver Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Geneva, Switzerland, Sept. 4, 2019 — An Inter-regional Workshop focused on preparations for the upcoming World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-19) opened in Geneva today.

Thailand Government, AVIA and TrueVisions Host Anti-Piracy Summit

Bangkok, Thailand, August 22, 2019–Today, Thailand's Department of Intellectual Property (DIP), and Ministry of Commerce (MOC) toggehter with the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) and TrueVisions hosted the Digital Content Anti-Piracy Summit which was held at the Ministry of Commerce Building in Nonthaburi. The anti-piracy summit was attended by over 130 delegates from government, the content industry and the media.

The Pay-TV Innovation Forum Reveals Key Findings for the Latin American Pay-TV Market

Cheseaux, Switzerland, August 22, 2019 – NAGRA, a Kudelski Group (SIX:KUD.S)company and the world’s leading independent provider of content protection and multiscreen television solutions, in partnership with MTM, a leading international research and strategy consultancy, today released the key findings of the Latin American edition of the 2019 Pay-TV Innovation Forum. The report features insights collected from senior executives representing leading pay-TV providers, broadcasters, OTT services and rights holders, and reveals particular nuances for the Latin American pay-TV market. 

AfricaCom 2019 – AfricaTech Centre Stage Sets the Scene

London, UK, Aug. 21, 2019 — Visitors at this year’s AfricaCom can expect even more than in previous years, with the launch of a brand-new show feature – the AfricaTech Centre Stage. This is a focused centrepiece at AfricaTech, a new zoned exhibition area dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, fintech, cloud, data and security, and cutting edge content, along with a host of excellent networking opportunities.

Pay-TV Industry Needs to Adapt to New Trends to Gain Commercial Success Says Pay-TV Innovation Forum

Cheseaux, Switzerland, Aug. 6, 2019 — NAGRA, a Kudelski Group (SIX:KUD.S) company and a provider of content protection and multiscreen television solutions, in partnership with MTM, a leading international research and strategy consultancy, today released the key findings of the U.S. edition of the 2019 Pay-TV Innovation Forum.

Pay-TV Innovation Forum: Sports OTT Accelerating, 23% of World’s Top Leagues, Federations Have Their Own Service

Cheseaux, Switzerland, July 17, 2019— NAGRA, a Kudelski Group (SIX:KUD.S) company and an independent provider of content protection and multiscreen television solutions, in partnership with MTM, a leading international research and strategy consultancy, today published “The Global Market for Premium Sports OTT Services,” a special report on the growth of sports OTT services around the world and its impact on traditional pay-TV service providers.