Global E&M Outlook

Eight high-growth markets drive overall spending; but mature markets remain instrumental in the global shift towards digital consumption of entertainment and media (E&M) services. Read morehere

CASBAA Satellite Industry Forum 2013

Don’t miss your chance to hear from leading experts in the satellite and broadcasting fields on June 17 at the Shangri-La, Singapore. Seats are still available! Click here to register

China Leads Global Network Growth
Geographically, China, India and the US accounted for 50 or nearly half of the 106 top operators, with 27 entities based in China and 12 in India. Read more here

CASBAA Thailand in View 2013

CASBAA was in Bangkok on May 30th to explore the vibrant broadcasting market in the “Land of Smiles”. Prominent industry speakers and guests shared their thought with over 200 attendees. For more information, clickhere

Thailand in View Report

Released in conjunction with the Forum, CASBAA’s updated country report offers the most up-to-date information on country’s exciting pay-TV market and important TV industry data and regulatory information. Download the full report (free to members) here

Vietnam’s “Decision 20″

Confusion reigned as Vietnam’s pay-TV regulations theoretically came into effect on May 15th. With pay-TV operators unsure of what to do, CASBAA urged the government to work toward a solution of these – and other – issues in the regulations. Members can download CASBAA’s recommendations here

KL TV Upfronts

CASBAA AD organised its ninth TV Upfronts in the region and the second in Malaysia on May 28, 2013 in Kuala Lumpur attracting over 100 guests representing advertising agencies, clients, broadcasters and media. Read more here

Singapore’s ongoing EPL drama

The Ministry of Communications and Information orders SingTel to continue cross-carriage preparations with StarHub. Read more here

CASBAA at The Cable Show 2013

The huge leap forward of India’s cable industry will be the subject of a lively panel discussion at this year’s Asia Breakfast hosted by CASBAA and the NCTA. More info here

Connections

Be on the lookout for the next issue of CASBAA’s informative, in-house magazine available mid-June by mail, to download or to read online.

TRAI Media Ownership Submission

CASBAA made a detailed submission to India’s TRAI on proposed restraints on media ownership detailing that such rules were high-risk, and poor decisions now would warp the structure and development of India’s media industry for decades to come. Read the summaryhere

Broadcasters urged to protect C-band

Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Magazine reported on the CASBAA-led joint appeal for broadcaster support by organizations of the Asian TV industry. APB supported the appeal, saying “…broadcasters in the region should quickly make concerted efforts to lobby their national media authorities… not to succumb to pressure by the IMT crowd at WRC-2015.” Read the full article here

Thailand in View
CASBAA turns the spotlight on the vibrant multichannel TV market in Thailand where industry experts will explore a variety of issues top-of-mind in Thailand today: DTTV licensing, CabSat advertising, sports rights, and more. Early Bird rates end 19 April. Register here

Satellite Industry Forum 2013

Key industry influencers will provide essential insights into the state of the satellite industry and what lies ahead including Keynote speaker Gwynne Shotwell, President of SpaceX and many others. Early Bird rates end 10 May. Register here

TRAI’s bad timing in India

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India issued a notification last month to enforce the 12- minute-per-hour limit on advertising time on TV. Why do critics think this is badly timed and might actually end up harming both consumers and the industry? Read more here

Child Rights Award

CASBAA, ABU and UNICEF are calling for entries for the 13th Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award from broadcasters and producers in the region. Programmes both for children and about children are eligible and can cover any children’s rights issue. More info here

India Doorknock

Representatives from CASBAA member companies including Intelsat, PwC, STAR India, and Time Warner, led by John Medeiros and Anjan Mitra, met with various Indian government officials during a series of meetings following the CASBAA India Forum. Read more here (CASBAA’s Members Only)

US report: NCC failing to grow media sector in Taiwan

The National Communications Commission said that it is working on better integration of Taiwan’s telecommunications and media laws in response to U.S. reports on Taiwan’s waning media sector. Read more here

India’s WIPO Broadcasting Treaty position

The Human Resources Ministry (which manages India’s WIPO participation) held a “Stakeholders’ Meeting” on March 21, 2013 to consult on India’s position for the upcoming meetings. Read what CASBAA’s India representative had to say here

Satellite Interference panel at PCTA Panel

CASBAA’s Chief Policy Officer moderated a panel discussion on the potential threat of satellite interference along with other industry experts during the 21st annual PCTA Convention held March 19-22 in the Philippines. Read more about the event here

CSR in Media, Advertising and Entertainment Seminars

Events in Hong Kong and Singapore will look at best policies and practices of media companies in giving visibility to social, humanitarian, environmental and sustainable development issues, through programming content and social issue and public service advertising. More info here

Online Ads and Pirate Websites

An institute based at the University of Southern California has begun an ongoing series of reports on which online ad servers are providing essential financial support for web-based piracy. Download the Feb report here

Thai Regulator Faces Tough Task

The pulling of Nua Mek 2 from airwaves spurred discussion on the opaque but freewheeling media scene in Thailand, which regulators have only just started to untangle and scrutinise. Read more here

Over the Top and Over Here
Guest speakers from PCCW, Turner, ESPN and Fox a special members only workshop to demonstrate new OTT applications and share thoughts on future directions in this fast moving space. For a recap of the event, click here

US ‘Six Strikes’ Anti-Piracy Campaign Begins

Five of the country’s leading internet service providers are taking part in the Copyright Alert System, which they say is designed to educate rather than punish users. Read more here

Myanmar in View

CASBAA travelled to Singapore on 27 February to host its first ever forum focusing on the emerging market of Myanmar. To read more about the day’s events and to view pictures from the forum, click here

Easing India’s Capacity Crunch

CASBAA and PwC have partnered on a new report to highlight the current and future demand for satellite capacities from India TV industry players for distribution as well as broadcast. Download your copy here

India Forum 2013

CASBAA’s annual look at the Indian multichannel TV market brought together industry leaders from across the region and across the globe to discuss the issues that really matter on 7 March in New Delhi. See photos from the event here. Check back for a recap and videos!

CASBAA Convention 2013 – Save the date!

Mark your calendars – CASBAA’s annual flagship Convention will take place 22-24 October in Hong Kong this year. Don’t miss the multichannel TV industry’s most anticipated event!

CASBAA Mixer

CASBAA held its first Mixer of 2013 at tivo on February 21 in Hong Kong. Check out the festivities and see what you’ve been missing! Video of the event here

Tewari to Meet LCOs Over Revenue Sharing Under DAS

Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari will meet a delegation of Delhi-based local cable operators to hear their complaints with regard to the ‘unreasonable’ revenue sharing under the digital addressable system. Read more here

Update on Online Video in China
CASBAA and the Motion Picture Association commissioned a report on the legitimate suppliers of online video in China; the report is available to CASBAA and MPAA members only. Download your copy here (CASBAA members only)

NBTC Issues Licences to Local TV Operators

The NBTC issued the first 632 licences to local cable and satellite TV operators with 331 permanent licences for network providers and the rest one-year temporary licences to operate TV channels. This is considered the first attempt to regulate the Thai cable and satellite TV industry in 60 years. More here

Singapore Revises Sports Sharing List

Singapore’s MDA has announced the conclusion of its consultation process on revision to its designated content list with the outcome broadly in line with recommendations made at an earlier stage by an industry expert panel (including CASBAA and leading Singapore pay-TV platforms). Read more here

Myanmar in View: 27 Feb, Singapore

Tap into the huge growth potential and demystify doing business in this intriguing market at Myanmar in View, a CASBAA members only event, where industry experts will share their experience and insights to help you break into this burgeoning economy. More info here

Myanmar in View Report

Delivering comprehensive insights into one of Asia’s most promising emerging markets – understand the country’s broadcast business and tap into the market potential of this new frontier. Download your copy here

India Forum 2013: 7 Mar, New Delhi

From India’s dream of total digitization to the challenges of navigating a complex regulatory environment, the country’s multichannel TV industry is in a period of phenomenal evolution. Join a roster of experts as they explore the broadcasting industry in India. More info here

Digital, Legal and Anywhere – TV in Singapore Today

CASBAA and Olswang held a media briefing on November 29 to launch a new report and to unveil an online directory of digital content available from legitimate sources.

CASBAA TV Upfronts – Indonesia and Singapore

CASBAA’s networking and preview experience for media buyers, agency heads and clients continued its tour of Asia Pacific to promote the power of multichannel TV as a marketing tool. Check out info forSingapore and Jakarta

Vietnam: Pay-TV regulations delayed; new consultation launched
Vietnam’s government has implemented a six-month extension for Pay-TV regulations initially announced in May 2011. At the same time, a public/industry consultation on a new “Master Plan” for the broadcasting industry will take place. Download an updated report here (CASBAA members’ only)

Connections Q4 2012

Get your copy of the latest issue of Connections, CASBAA’s in house magazine to keep you tuned-in to the multichannel TV industry. Download your copy or read online here

Singapore Convergence Review Panel: Interesting ideas, but will they work?

CASBAA and several member companies participated in consultations with the “Media Convergence Review Panel” that just reported recommendations to the Singapore government. Further info here (CASBAA members’ only)

HK: Letter from Copyright Association

Local IPR stakeholders call on the government to swiftly re-introduce the new copyright legislative proposal to Legco. Check it out here

Industry presses for Singapore action against online piracy

A coalition of companies from the television, telecom, and cinema industries, in a joint position paper, continued to press the Singapore government for action against online piracy. The position paper can be downloaded here

CASBAA Year End Mixer 2012

The Association’s final networking Mixer of the year took place on November 29th at the Prelude Rooftop Bar at the Boathouse Restaurant in Singapore. See photos from the event here

“Myanmar in View” seminar planned

CASBAA is planning a day-long “Myanmar in View” country seminar with representatives of the government and the industry to be held in Singapore on February 27th. The event will be open to CASBAA members only, so mark your calendars. Sponsorship opportunities are available; if interested contact Agnes Chan atagnes@casbaa.com

Thailand Channel Licensing Gets Somewhat Clearer

November’s meeting of the Regulatory and Antipiracy Committee discussed Thailand’s licensing process now under way for pay-TV providers, and the effects on international players. The Executive Office has further clarified the documentation requirements for channels in an updated paper that can be downloaded here (CASBAA members’ only)

New leadership team for CASBAA

Christopher Slaughter joins as CEO designate with new roles for John Medeiros as Chief Policy Officer reporting to the Chairman and Jill Grinda as Executive Vice President. Read more here

CASBAA Convention 2012: More reasons to attend!

Don’t miss Ben Silverman (Founder & Chairman, Electus), David Zaslav (CEO & President, Discovery Communications), Gerhard Zeiler (President, Turner Broadcasting System International), Saul Berman (Partner & VP, IBM Global Business), Ross Martin (EVP, MTV Scratch) and many more at this year’s Convention.
Early bird rate ends 24 Aug. Register Now

Asian Advertising Rules

Compare and contrast the disparate rules and regulations governing advertising on television in various Asia-Pacific markets. Get started here

India Satellite Report
Commissioned by CASBAA and conducted by PwC for publication at year end, members can take an illuminating look at the supply and demand of India’s satellite services market. More info here

Exclusive Reports

Indonesia in View

A report that captures the latest developments and data of the Indonesian pay-TV market: market potential, technological and piracy issues, development trends & pay-TV regulations. Available here

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New Vietnam Copyright Rules

CASBAA arranged an informal translation of a joint circular issued by two Vietnam Ministries which aims to prevent online piracy by imposing a strict liability system for internet service providers. Details and the translated document available for download here

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Vietnam Pay-TV Rules

A CASBAA-led delegation of pay-TV channels visited Hanoi for talks with government officials on Vietnam’s new Pay-TV regulations. CASBAA Members can download a full report on the delegation’s talks here

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“Must carry” a copyright issue in Thailand?

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has insisted the must-carry rule governing the broadcasting industry will make it possible for all Thais to watch free-to-air channels that operate on the basis of public frequencies, even if the consumers get their TV from cable & satellite. Read more here

Members can read CASBAA’s submission to Dr. Natee Sukonrat of the NBTC here

Event Discounts

Social Media Matters
This one day event on Sep 7 in Hong Kong will focus on the true business value and opportunity of social media. CASBAA members receive a special registration rate of US$500. More info here

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IIC Annual Conference 2012

Get all the latest analysis and thinking on important developments in communications policy and regulatory frameworks from around the world – Oct 8-9 in Singapore. CASBAA members can receive a discounted registration rate. More info here

High Throughput Satellite Networks

A report that discusses possible uses of Ka-band satellites in Asia. Download here

Asia-Pacific Television Directory 2012/2013

A definitive compendium comprising more than 2,000 listings of broadcast companies in Asia-Pacific. Get your copy here

RFG in Chinese

CASBAA’s Regulating for Growth study of pay-TV regulation in the Asia-Pacific region is available in Chinese. Check it out here

Japan Moves to Integrate Broadcasting, Internet

Japan’s MIC announced at a June conference in Tokyo a “Smart TV” program to incentivize integration of broadcasting and internet applications. Download their presentation here

Digital TV Research

Digital TV Research Ltd specialises in providing cutting-edge business intelligence for multichannel TV. A selection of insightful reports is now available at CASBAA rates. More info here

Back tax hit in India

The potential for a highly damaging outcome for the communications and media industries from the recent Indian national budget was emphasized in an April 2nd CASBAA submission to India’s Ministry of Finance. Described by analysts as “unprecedented”, the threat to retroactively tax Indian satellite services dating back as far as the early 1970s could seriously undermine overall investor confidence, both local and international, in the Indian economy including investment in Indian satellite and content services.

The CASBAA submission to the Minister of Finance is available for members to download here while the media coverage is provided here

Tokyo delegation

To foster multichannel TV growth and partnerships in one of Asia’s most important markets, CASBAA met with Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) and broadcasters including SKY Perfect JSAT, J:COM, JCTA.More here

Upfronts in KL

Over 120 media buyers, clients and network sales teams convened in Malaysia as CASBAA continued to bolster the power of multichannel TV with its third industry advertising event. More here

Satellite Industry Forum 2012

Reach for the sky! Leading satellite industry experts will converge at the annual Satellite Forum to be held in Singapore on June 18, 2012 at the Shangri-La Hotel. More info here

Delhi Doorknock

In late March, a CASBAA Council of Governors delegation met senior officials at the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) and the Planning Commission of the Government of India in late March. Companies represented during the CASBAA Council delegation meetings included HBO Asia, Star India, PwC and APT Satellite. For pictures, click here

New members in multi-markets, multi-sectors

CASBAA welcomes new Patron Members Exset andFashion One TV (upgrade) along with Corporate Members J:COM, Orbital Science Corporation, Setanta Sports, Tata Communications, Haymarket Media Groupand Accedo.

Prepairing for a digital India

The CASBAA India Forum 2012: Beyond Digital on 20 March in New Delhi attracted almost 200 speakers, delegates and media from across the country and the Asia-Pacific. With the deadline for the digitisation of cable TV systems in the four metro areas of New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai only months away, a roster of local and international experts discussed how the process was unfolding and how it would impact the multichannel TV landscape. More

Ad brake

CASBAA submitted comments for the Government Consultation Paper on proposed restrictions on advertising minutage. Read the submission here

Designated sports event lists

With the Olympic Games looming, debate rages over “antisiphoning” restrictions in Australia. Read more here

Singapore is also reviewing its Designated Event (“antisiphoning”) lists, and CASBAA is participating in the discussions. So far, deliberations are confidential, but a public consultation is expected by the summer.

Meanwhile, in Malaysia the Minister of Information Communications and Culture issued on April 18 a sudden “Determination on Sports Events of National Significance” that imposes a “must offer” obligation on broadcasters holding rights to a defined list of sporting events, so that the rights are shared with other broadcasters on “reasonable commercial terms.” The list is not very long, though it is disruptive because it includes some events – like the Summer Olympics – which are imminent. The Ministerial document, which can be downloaded here, is quite vague and its commercial implications unclear as we go to press.

NCTA – The Cable Show 2012

The Cable Show 2012 in Boston, May 21-23, will showcase the full-spectrum of cable-powered opportunity. CASBAA members can enjoy a special discount to register. Find out more here

Digital Matters

Produced in association with CASBAA, Digital Matters (May 22-26, 2012 in Singapore) focusses on the monetisation of digital content and entertainment. More here

The pulse of APAC advertising

New data from Nielsen Global Adview Pulse reveals that Asia Pacific TV advertising continues to grow. Check out the latest figures here

C-band spectrum invasion

Read the latest market summaries in the fight against C-band invasion. Updated reports include Bangladesh, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan and more. Click here for more

Hong Kong Communications Authority launch

The objective of the Communications Authority is to meet the regulatory challenges arising from technological advancement and media convergence effectively. Read more about its funtions and structure here

In the News

• Youku, Tudou create China’s leading online video company
  Youku and Tudou Holdings have signed a merger agreement for a 100 per cent stock-for-stock transaction. More

• India: The painful path to digitisation
  Even as DTH continues to take away consumers, many cable operators have been resisting digitisation. More

• Global Satellite Industry denounces UNIDROIT Protocol again
  Major international associations voiced continued satellite industry opposition to the UNIDROIT Space Assets Protocol. More

Indonesia in View: Growing Pay TV

A stellar cast of local and international experts explored hot issues affecting the future of Indonesia’s pay-TV industry – from content to regulation to piracy and more – on 29 February.

See archive here

The Multichannel Multiplier

A first-of-its-kind analysis that demonstrates how to double advertising returns with no extra investment. Find out more here

Upfronts: The Hong Kong Screenings

The upcoming programming of seven of the biggest regional multichannel television networks were presented first hand to media buyers, agency heads & clients during CASBAA TV Upfronts.

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India Forum 2012: Beyond Digital

Skeptics still abound as India’s ambitious digital rollout programme nears its first deadline. Industry experts debate on India’s digital future on 20 March. More info and register here

Thailand Visit

Thailand was on the CASBAA agenda in February where the executive team met with the NBTC leaders. Download a description of the NBTC’s priorities from here

USTR Review of Intellectual Property Practices

Protection of pay-TV intellectual property rights in Asia was top of the agenda in the CASBAA submission to the US Trade Representative. Download the submission paper here

Indian Cable Digitization

Rate decontrol and strong IP measures are urged by CASBAA in a filing to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. See the complete CASBAA submission here

WRC in Geneva

Exclusive weekly reports from the quadrennial World Radiocommunications Conference which took place from 23 January to 14 February in Geneva can be accessed by Members here

In the News

• India’s mobile internet consumption tops conventional TV viewing
  India’s mobile internet users spend 33% of their media time on mobile devices compared to watching television (27%). More

• IPTV growth outpacing cable and satellite
  The latest IPTV forecast indicates that the number of global IPTV subscribers will grow from 53 million in 2011 to 105.1 million in 2015, a CAGR of 18.7 per cent. More

• Cable operators to get industry status in Pakistan
  Industry status is to be conferred to Pakistan’s cable television operators ‘very soon’. More

• India: DTH companies, broadcasters take on TRAI for dictating tariff
  The TRAI is facing heat from broadcasters, cable and DTH firms and other stakeholders who are asking it to “stay away” from “over regulating” the industry. More

• Another Aussie TV Piracy Raid
  Police in the Sydney suburb of Ashfield raided a second shop and arrested the owner for selling illegal set-top boxes.More

CASBAA Convention 2011 – TV365: Watch Closely!

Attended by over 1000 delegates, speakers and media, the 2011 CASBAA Convention closed with high optimism at a time of rapidly altering business models and quick time technological change for TV services across the Asia Pacific. For a complete wrap up of the event, please clickhere

CASBAA 2011 on CCTV

CCTV news reported on how pay-TV is performing in Asia with reference to CASBAA’s annual flagship event. To view the video, please click here

Multichannel TV 2011

CASBAA report detailing trends in multichannel TV 2011, audience data and viewership. Click here to view the full report

CASBAA Operators’ Group

CASBAA operator members meeting focused on common objectives among the operators’ group. The executive office briefed operators on results of the CASBAA operators survey 2011 triennial “Regulating for Growth” study. Click here to download the presentation

Regulators’ Roundtable

The Regulators’ Roundtable brought together officials from regulatory agencies in 17 markets for a lively exchange of views. For a summary of the event, click here(for CASBAA members only) 

CASBAA Cross Platform
Media Research Workshop

Technology is changing the way we consume media and advertisers and agencies need to measure exposure over multiple media channels.

Download presentations from Kantar and Nielsen

Spotlights – China, India, Japan, Malaysia

CASBAA 2011 focused on several important markets in the Asia Pacific region including China, India, Malaysiaand Japan. Click here to view presentations from the Japan panel

A Tribute to Japan with David Archuleta

Season 7 American Idol finalist David Archuleta highlighted Day 2 of the Convention with a heartfelt tribute to Japan. To view the video of the performance, click here

CASBAA Accolades

CASBAA Lifetime Achievement Award to Richard Li Tzar Kai, Chairman of PCCW, Chairman’s Award 2011 to Tom Keaveny, President and MD of Discovery Networks Asia Pacific, and the CASBAA/ABU/UNICEF Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award to Mariko Hashimoto of Shizuoka Telecasting. More here

CASBAA Cares

With the help of your generous donations, nearly US$50,000 was raised for Plan International’s Early Childhood Care and Development Project to benefit underprivileged children in the Philippines through activities including a Silent Auction and the Top Table contest won by Fox International Channels. More about the charity here

Having a Ball with Turner

The always popular CASBAA Charity Ball presented by Turner transformed the Grand Hyatt in a Hall of Games ensuring that the Convention ended on a festive note! Check out photos and video