 Latest news and views from informitv Google TV Streamer drops dongle Netflix passes 277 million subscribers Record online viewing in the United States Computer problems The latest global computer problem reminds us of the complexity, fragility and vulnerability of the information technology infrastructure on which we depend. It caused considerable cost, inconvenience and disruption to millions of people worldwide, who will be wondering how this can possibly be allowed to happen. Although some broadcast services were affected, they generally remained resilient and available. Yet as media delivery becomes increasingly dependent upon information technology networks, it demonstrates the importance of maintaining high availability systems and best practice service management. The irony is that this incident was caused by an update to a system that was intended to prevent external threats. A malign attack to disrupt services could have critical and possibly catastrophic consequences. William Cooper Editor Google TV Streamer drops dongle Images have emerged of the long-awaited follow up to the Google Chromecast dongle device. Unlike the Chromecast that was designed to be plugged in out of site behind a television, it will be in the form of a set-top box and will be called the Google TV Streamer. Of course, the idea of set-top box is now historic, but this will be a table-top box, like many others, but with a more organic slanted pill shape. Read more… Netflix passes 277 million subscribers Netflix added over 8 million subscribers in the second quarter of 2024, beating expectations, taking its global total to 277.65 million, up by nearly 40 million in a year. While other online competitors are jostling for position in what many expect will become a bundle of services, Netflix seems to believe that it stands alone with the strength of its offering, but its advertising business remains nascent. Read more… Record online viewing in the United States Over 40% of total television viewing in the United States in June was to online video services. It was the highest share of television usage by online services seen so far. YouTube accounted for nearly 10% of viewing, its highest share ever, ahead of Netflix and well ahead of other online video subscription services. Read more… UKTV places emphasis on U Over 9,000 television channels across Europe Skydance and Paramount reach agreement Italian broadcaster starts move to DVB-T2 Television turnout down for election coverage ITVX delivers record online viewers Multiscreen Index The quarterly Multiscreen Index offers an invaluable overview of multichannel pay-TV providers around the world and provides an index of the top 100 services by digital subscriber numbers, with top 10 rankings worldwide, by region or mode of delivery, gains or losses.  Get this exclusive report Events informitv Supported by an international network of industry specialists, informitv provides strategic consultancy and practical advisory services for clients ranging from startup companies to multinational corporations. Contact us today to see how we can help you.
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