V (VIDAA)
V (formerly VIDAA) is a technology company that specializes in a streaming television operating system of the same name. The company was founded by the Hisense Group, the maker of various electronics, with V focused primarily on international distribution of its streaming technology. V is based in Atlanta.
wedotv expands FAST channel distribution on VIDAA platform
The expanded deal broadens wedotv’s free ad-supported streaming television presence on VIDAA, which is used across smart TVs from Hisense, Toshiba, Loewe and other brands.
Paramount’s Network 10 adds live streams to VIDAA TVs
Streamers with VIDAA-powered smart TVs will be able to watch live streaming simulcasts of Network 10's national channels without having to download a separate app.
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TV operating systems emerge as next front in connected TV battleground
Smart TV operating systems from companies like Samsung, LG Electronics and Roku are becoming central hubs for advertising and data, while emergent platforms from V and TiVo are focusing on underserved international markets.
The Trade Desk partners with VIDAA, Nexxen on CTV-focused Ventura Ecosystem
The Trade Desk has launched a new cross-collaboration initiative called Ventura Ecosystem, with V (formerly VIDAA) and Nexxen as its first participants.
VIDAA takes on Nielsen, Comscore with V Index measurement solution
The tool will aggregate viewing data across apps and channels from more than 30 million activated VIDAA-powered smart TVs, starting in EMEA markets.
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Free Live Sports inks platform deals, now reaches 75 million households worldwide
Free Live Sports (FLS) has inked a multi-platform distribution deal that allows it to reach more than 75 million homes around the world, the company announced this week.
CNN streaming networks land on VIDAA connected TV platform
Two CNN-branded streaming networks are now available on VIDAA's Hisense-built smart TVs in select countries.
OTTera, Blue Pictures launch AVAZ streaming channel
AVAZ will offer around-the-clock Nollywood TV shows and movies, spotlighting the best entertainment from Nigeria.
Teads expands connected TV ad partnership with VIDAA
Teads has expanded its partnership with TV developer VIDAA that will see the two companies collaborate more closely on CTV initiatives.
WBD’s streamer Max lands on VIDAA smart TVs
VIDAA is bringing Max to more than 60 countries through a new partnership with Warner Bros Discovery.
VIDAA breaks streaming consumption record in June
More than 2.34 billion hours of content was watched on VIDAA-powered smart TVs in June, breaking an internal record for the company.
Free streaming channel count drops slightly to 1,943, report says
In March, the total number of FAST channels reported by Gavin Bridge was 1,963 — so, who lost 20 channels between then and now?