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A new survey of media and advertising executives points to TV's continued relevance despite shifts in video consumption, and an optimistic year-on-year outlook for the growth of the medium. Of surveyed participants, 73 percent predict that over the next three years there will be an increase in the consumption of full-length shows online; 77 percent predict an increase in smartphone video viewing; and 79 percent predict more time will be spent watching smart TVs with a direct internet connection.

The president talks about the company’s strategy for aligning with independent producers, filling gaps in the market and maximizing the long-tail value of its properties.

PARIS: There will be an extensive program dedicated to 4K Ultra HD at this year's MIPTV, including the 4K World Premiere Screening of NHK’s new Asian Fantasy series Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit.

NEW YORK: Keith Chapman, creator of kids’ programs such as Bob the Builder and Paw Patrol, will keynote the inaugural Mind Mix event hosted by the International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA) in Berlin this year.

ISTANBUL: Buyers and distributors ducked into the International Convention and Exhibition Center this morning to avoid a cold winter’s rain as the latest edition of DISCOP Istanbul drew to a close.

DOHA: beIN Media Group has acquired 100 percent of Miramax from a consortium of investors that includes Qatar Investment Authority and Colony Capital.

ISTANBUL: Following Global Agency’s Tuesday night party, held at the company’s spacious new offices, many event-goers arrived back at the convention center this morning for a day of DISCOP Istanbul spotlighting territories on the rise.

ISTANBUL: An early-morning mist over the Bosphorus welcomed distributors and buyers to the sixth edition of DISCOP Istanbul, which kicked off today amid security concerns following recent terrorist attacks in the Turkish city.

LONDON: Passion Distribution has locked in a number of deals from its comedy and drama catalogues, including for Churchill's Secret.

LONDON: Everyflix has launched as the U.K.’s first streaming TV and movie aggregator, delivering personalized alerts based on viewer preferences.