Mediaworks stories

IAB New Zealand appoints Angelina Farry, a veteran of the NZ advertising industry with over two decades of experience, as its new CEO.

Australian cybersecurity firm Plerion secures exclusive AWS Security Competency status, affirming its cloud security prowess.

While there's little doubt that Wheldon's legacy to NZ TV for the foreseeable future will continue, little is said about the digital onslaught.

The 3NOW app will be available from the Apple TV App store and will feature all content from both TV3 and FOUR.

The Government has launched a new broadcasting initiative that will see several Pacific Islands have access to more NZ TV content and sports coverage.

Campbell’s demise demonstrates the turmoil of traditional media as it seeks to compete with the explosion of outlets and the tsunami of social media.

Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.

Global Mode developer BNSL is calling for a declaratory judgement in the global mode fracas, but says it will defend any action.

Consumer NZ slams proposed action to block global mode, calling it a huge blow to consumers and protectionism of old content distribution models.

Unlimited Internet has become the first New Zealand ISP to bow to pressure from broadcasters over ISPs providing access to geo-blocked content.

In response to what they believe is a breach of copyright, Lightbox, MediaWorks, SKY and TVNZ intend to take action against ISPs promoting Global Mode.

FreeviewPlus will marry broadcast television with on-demand content allowing viewers to watch catch-up and premiere shows on their TV.

Mediaworks Investments, the free-to-air broadcaster, has returned to profitability in its first 10 months under a new capital structure.

SKY TV partners with MediaWorks to produce Prime News - First at 5.30, drawing on over 200 staff members nationwide and foreign correspondents.

TV giants clash with Slingshot over legal interpretations amid a heated debate on geo-blocking and content importation laws.

Broadcasters face a call to evolve and champion local content over international imports, as audiences favour access over restriction.

Telecom is extending its free mobile TV offering for two months to enable an influx of new customers to sample the offering.