FAST Channels
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BBC to launch eight new FAST channels under its UKTV portfolio
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The BBC is launching 8 new commercial streaming channels in the UK built around some of its biggest brands, including EastEnders, Casualty and Top Gear.
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Sphere Abacus buys Rocket Rights/Rights Booster
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The business will now spearhead expansion of all multi-platform digital and social media digital distribution across the combined Sphere Abacus and Rocket Booster catalogues.
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AMC’s Walking Dead FAST channel lands on Rakuten TV
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Already available on ITVX, The Walking Dead Universe channel features episodes from the original series plus selected spin-offs.
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Rights Booster to distribute Windfall Films’ docus across international FAST platforms
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The tie-up covers a broad range of Windfall’s science, engineering, history, technology and documentary output, including Inside Nature’s Giants and Generals at War.
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Channelbox brings AfroCinema to Freeview TVs and boxes
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The channel offers a mix of epic dramas, romantic stories, action films, comedies, and royal movies, and showcases the storytelling talent emerging from Africa.
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LG Channels sees 45% YOY growth in viewing and passes 5,000 channels mark
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The service includes channels from major content owners including Sony, Lionsgate, BBC Studios, Sky and Banijay.