Pioneering DRM-based Solution Delivers Interactive Learning to Schools Without Internet Access LONDON, 12 MAY 2025 – Encompass Digital Media has announced the completion of the world’s first broadcast of a digital shortwave school lesson with the transmission of interactive maths content from the UK to students in The Gambia – […]
Read MoreLondon, UK – (May 1, 2025) – Encompass Digital Media is leading transformation of the BBC World Service’s global distribution from satellite to IP-based delivery. The initiative, which Encompass is delivering in partnership with Zixi, offers unparalleled flexibility, scalability and cost-effectiveness. The first major milestone was reached at the end […]
Read MoreAtlanta, Georgia (March 27, 2025) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for TV networks, broadcasters, sports leagues, and OTT platforms has appointed Eunice Park as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this role, Park will lead the company’s global revenue strategy, focusing on accelerating growth, optimizing […]
Read MoreDisney property transitions from satellite to IP distribution and upgrades to HD LONDON (14 September 2024) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for TV networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, and BabyTV announce the pay-tv channel’s adoption of Altitude Connect, a fully managed IP alternative to traditional satellite, […]
Read MoreWorld leader in TV and radio selects Altitude Connect to reach audiences spanning five continents LONDON (13 September 2024) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, signed a multi-year contract with the BBC World Service to provide content distribution to approximately 1,000 partner […]
Read MoreEncompass delivers two Love Nature UHD channels in the cloud for media production business Blue Ant Media LONDON (31 January 2024) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for TV networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, has announced a three-year agreement with Blue Ant Media. Encompass provides Blue Ant Media with Ultra High Definition (UHD) channel […]
Read MoreATLANTA, GA, December 19, 2023 – Encompass Digital Media (“Encompass” or the “Company”), a global managed service provider for TV networks, broadcasters, sports leagues, and OTT platforms, announced today that it has implemented a new ownership structure with an investor group led by affiliates of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P (“Cerberus”), a […]
Read MoreHistoric Radio Site Celebrates 80 Years The UK’s last shortwave radio transmitter site is celebrating its 80th anniversary this week, with listeners able to join in the festivities. Built by the BBC during the Second World War, Woofferton Transmitting Station, near Ludlow, made its first broadcasts overseas on 17th October […]
Read MoreManaged service provider appointed to expand channel into the international linear space SINGAPORE (9 February 2023) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for television networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, launches Genius Brands International’s Kartoon Channel!, a family-friendly entertainment destination, from its facility in Singapore into […]
Read MoreManaged service provider to deliver international, high-profile football tournament to Singapore market SINGAPORE (30 November 2022) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for television networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, is selected to deliver FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ to football fans in Singapore via StarHub, […]
Read MoreTier-one broadcast network built exclusively in Encompass’ Altitude Media Cloud ATLANTA (December 1, 2021) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for television networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, will launch A+E Networks entirely on Altitude Media Cloud, Encompass’ scalable and flexible processing platform built for broadcast […]
Read MoreTier one broadcaster moving playout, disaster recovery and archive storage onto Encompass’ Altitude Media Cloud LONDON (24 August 2021) – Encompass Digital Media, a global managed service provider for TV networks, broadcasters, sports leagues and OTT platforms, announces a five-year renewal with Baltic-based broadcaster TV3 Group. Encompass will provide TV3 Group with end-to-end cloud-based playout and media management services for 17 channels, together with disaster recovery […]
Read MoreAltitude FAST is a cloud-managed service, enabling channel creation, monetization and distribution to the connected FAST ecosystem. Build channels with an intuitive customer-driven toolset and publish to major platforms, all backed by Encompass’ broadcast-grade service.
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FIND OUT MOREAltitude Stream TV, by Encompass, supports DAZN’s rapid channel expansion in the live sports arena.
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FIND OUT MOREBy Neale Bateman, BBC Account Manager, Encompass Digital Media Despite a slow decline over the past two decades, the use of high-frequency (shortwave) bands for national and international radio broadcasting remains a uniquely effective and efficient medium for reaching millions of listeners with a single transmitter. Bringing reliable and impartial […]
Read MoreWhether you regard eSports as a sport or not, with prize money already in the millions of dollars and a business with a predicted net worth of $3bn by 2022, eSports continues to rise as it commands a significant interest and audience and is only set to rise further.
Read MoreThough running an island may not typically be what comes to mind when you think of digital media services, Ascension Island is a key component of the BBC’s critical daily radio broadcast to more than 30 million people across the service area. With the acquisition of Babcock Media Services, Encompass Digital Media is now responsible for all of the BBC World Service’s overseas infrastructure, and that includes operating the BBC’s Atlantic Relay Station on Ascension Island.
Read MoreConsumers want to be able to watch live video content wherever they are and they expect a broadcast-quality experience, even when viewing live events. Quality of experience is key when it comes to streaming live events where every second matters. Many new market entrants fail to understand the true complexity of live event management or exactly what it takes to deliver flawless live video content. If you think you’re ready to start live streaming events, make sure you’ve considered these five things first.
Read MoreRecent decades have seen technological advances that have revolutionized the music industry and its distribution channels. History has a strange habit of repeating itself and technological evolutions, such as Virtual Multi-Video Programming Distributors (vMVPD) and video consumption, are now disrupting the TV industry.
Read MoreeSports is about to be a multi-billion dollar industry, but there are digital transmission issues major advertisers won't tolerate.
Read MoreWhat is the Skinny on the Skinny Bundle? How can content owners reach OTT users who have cut the cord or are cord-nevers? What is a Virtual Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (vMVPD)? How do these terms and services impact content owners, and what does it take to be successful?
Read MoreOur Guide on Going OTT walks you through the planning process, content and details required to make a successful shift to OTT.
Read MoreNow more than ever, it is clear that mainstream audiences’ viewing habits are changing from a passive schedule-led approach to a more active on-demand model. If you’re considering migrating content processing services to the cloud, then there are a few key things you should do that will help set you on the right path.
Read MoreHow do you prepare to live stream an event that occurs once every hundred years? Read about challenges Encompass faced and how we handled them.
Read MoreRemember Friday night at the movies? Popcorn? Coke? Loitering in the lobby with a group of your best friends? It may be time to reimagine them. As summer draws to a close, looking at box office sales from the season and comparing them to summers past, the numbers are worth a long, contemplative look. Overall summer sales are down 14% and experts are calling it the slowest summer in 25 years. Maybe it is time to really think through the impact of the OTT revolution and why it works.
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Read MoreBroadcasting a live event comes with challenges and exciting opportunities! Learn our tips on how to make the best televised event.
Read MoreEncompass will be the first to support a live 4K video from space. Find out what makes this technological milestone possible.
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