Covid-19
EY first among the ‘Big Four’ to set up a Microsoft Services Group to help customers with their digitalisation
As 2020 comes to an end, businesses big and small have witnessed the profound impact of the novel coronavirus and learnt the importance of digitalisation for business transformation and to continue delivering value to stakeholders.
Covid-19 fast-forwarding studios to leverage AI agility to overcome remote production challenges
To continue operating during the Covid-19 pandemic, studios are producing more live content and working in smaller and more flexible locations to minimise costs.
Remote/At-Home Production
Challenges, opportunities and the future Demand for coverage of live events, particularly sports, is at an all-time high.
Will Covid-19 stop 5G from taking off?
While the 5G ecosystem and investments remain healthy, the global roll-out of 5G is expected to take a hit as the coronavirus pandemic delays trials, and the supply chain faces shortages and becomes more unpredictable from the lockdowns imposed.
ABS-CBN taken off the air in midst of COVID-19 pandemic
Amid the raging COVID-19 pandemic when media plays a crucial role in keeping the public informed of developments in the battle to tame the coronavirus, the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) of the Philippines has shut down ABS-CBN, whose TV channels are watched by almost two out of every five Filipinos.
A ‘straight-and-true’ view of COVID-19 impact on M&E
“Covid-19 is affecting media companies in different ways, the damage to each media company is more granular and specific,” mused Fintan McKiernan, CEO, Ideal Systems SEA, when asked how the coronavirus is impacting the media & entertainment industry.
Singapore boosting media sector to alleviate COVID-19 banes
As part of Singapore’s effort to protect jobs and livelihoods, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) is introducing a series of initiatives that will help media companies benefit from more production project opportunities and reduced operating costs, as well as assist media professionals and freelancers build up their resilience through training and upskilling.
China reverses decision to reopen cinemas but allows filming
The Chinese government has reversed an earlier decision to re-open cinemas in an attempt to return to normalcy.
Grass Valley offering 24/7 global technical support at zero cost
To show support for the media industry and to help broadcasters continuously deliver critical news and information during this COVID-19 pandemic, Grass Valley is deploying a robust Business Continuity Initiative that supports the media industry through a series of free offers, discounted repairs and 24/7 access to its global technical support team at no cost.
5G rollouts on track despite COVID-19 pandemic
The 5G momentum is still moving forward despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lockdowns spawning theft of streaming accounts
The shift towards video streaming has not gone unnoticed by cyber criminals who are now stealing valid user credentials and login passwords – and selling them online or on the dark web at discounted prices.
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