7 Apr 2020 07:00
AMINO TECHNOLOGIES PLC
("Amino", the "Company" or the "Group")
Topic streaming video experience contract with 24i
First Look Media launches new OTT streaming video service for 'culture cravers' on topic.com, Apple TV and iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands - 6 April 2020 - 24i, the industry-leading video experience company, announces that Topic, the new entertainment streaming service from First Look Media, has chosen 24i to power its new streaming video experience across topic.com, Apple TV and iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
24i provides Topic with a brand-new suite of subscription and ad-supported video applications, each with a consistent, intuitive video experience irrespective of viewing platform or device. The next-generation 24i Smart OTT productised solution enables Topic to extend, manage and monetize its programming to a fast-growing audience of 'culture cravers.'
Ryan Chanatry, Topic's General Manager, said:
"We're committed to providing our audiences with compelling and thought-provoking programming that reflects their values and interests, wherever they wish to access it."
"The smart products and solutions provided by 24i enable the Topic team to dynamically create next-generation video experiences, customize the presentation of titles by platform, and to differentiate Topic in an increasingly competitive direct-to-consumer video market."
Topic, which officially launched on 21 November 2019, is a new streaming service offering North American premieres of global favourites along with original programming, including a variety of scripted dramas, comedies, discussion shows, documentaries, and non-scripted programming that highlights human-focused stories from creators with a passionate point of view.
Martijn van Horssen, Joint-CEO of 24i, said:
"The quality and variety of Topic's programming make it extremely attractive to their growing audience. In partnership with 24i, Topic's platform-agnostic delivery strategy is positioned to deliver next-generation video experiences with super-charged growth into new platforms and audiences."
Within the 24i Smart OTT product, Topic can readily launch and manage its new, next-generation OTT service and extend its reach to multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku and IP services. In addition, the 24i SMART BACKSTAGE management and insight manager ensures that Topic delivers a consistently high-quality and personalised streaming service to every subscriber on their choice of device.
About Topic
Topic is the new streaming service curated for a curious and engaged audience seeking smart, provocative and meaningful entertainment. Topic features North American premieres and programming from around the world, complemented by a diverse slate of originals including scripted comedies and dramas, talk shows, documentaries, features and more. Topic is available to US and Canadian audiences on topic.com, Apple TV and iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
Topic's entertainment studio, Topic Studios is dedicated to supporting creators at the forefront of culture. From Academy Award® winning films (SPOTLIGHT) to television (LOSERS), and podcasts (MISSING RICHARD SIMMONS and ANTHEM), we explore a wide range of subject matter, both fiction and nonfiction.
About 24i
The company's mission is to be a leading innovator and trusted partner in delivering agile, effective and industry-leading video entertainment experiences. Flexible and future-proof, the award-winning 24i technology framework and portfolio of products and services power the digital experiences of leading entertainment brands around the world, including NPO, HBO, iflix, Fox Sports, Globo and Sinclair Broadcasting Group. Headquartered in Amsterdam, with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Brno and Madrid, 24i embodies the Dutch spirit: work hard, innovate and explore.
24i is an Amino Technologies group company. For more information, please visit www.24i.com
For 24i:
24i media contact:
Freddie Weiss @ Platform Communications
T: +44 (0)20 7486 4900,
freddie@platformcomms.com / amino@platformcomms.com
For Topic:
Jeannie Kedas Nathaniel Baruch
Jeannie.kedas@topic.com Nathaniel.Baruch@topic.com
917-817-3724 917-306-9585