ROME — Sept. 4, 2018 — iKO Media Group (iKOMG), a global end-to-end service provider for broadcasters and content owners, has announced today the deployment of Viaccess-Orca’s VO’s Conditional Access System (CAS) in its Rome-based teleport. Viaccess-Orca (VO) is a global leader providing OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data analytics solutions. A leading content provider and customer of iKOMG is relying on VO’s CAS to deliver its new content distribution offering securely.
As a dedicated provider of broadcast and content distribution services, we strive to offer cost-effective, reliable solutions to our customers. VO’s CAS solution is trusted by operators around the world and simple to deploy, guaranteeing a quick ROI for content providers relying on our services. Based on this successful deployment, we anticipate further growth with more TV channels using the VO CAS platform in the future.
Said Yaniv Maman, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Engineering at iKOMG.
VO’s CAS solution supports simultaneous use of both card and cardless technologies on the same headend and on the terminal, offering content providers optimal flexibility. Based on the highest standards of chipset and smartcard security, the VO CAS solution is preintegrated with a large variety of chipsets and STB manufacturers to ensure a smooth and fast deployment.
iKOMG has an impressive ground station comprising more than 20 satellite dishes for reception and transmission. “We’re thrilled to help iKOMG customers meet the strict security requirements for premium content with our highly flexible and reliable CAS solution, which is well-known in the industry for facilitating fast and cost-effective new service launches.”
Said Chem Assayag, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Sales, at Viaccess-Orca.
About iKOMG
iKO Media Group is a boutique end-to-end media service partner for broadcasters and content owners. iKOMG provides tailor-made solutions to a wide range of global and local networks. A full spectrum of services is available, including satellite broadcasting, automated, high-capacity playout management, Cloud services, EPG creation, disaster recovery solutions, channel monitoring feed, OTT platforms, fiber and IP delivery, and more.
iKOMG believes in being forward-thinking, agile and holistic. This approach allows iKOMG to deliver effective solutions customized to specific budgets and requirements without compromising on the quality of service. iKOMG is committed to operating its business to create value for all stakeholders. The company’s sustainability strategy focuses on social, environmental, and economic responsibility.
About Viaccess-Orca
Viaccess-Orca is a leading global solutions provider of OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data solutions for a personalized TV experience. The company offers an extensive range of innovative, end-to-end, modular solutions for content delivery, protection, discovery, and monetization. With over 20 years of industry leadership, Viaccess-Orca helps content providers and TV operators shape a smarter and safer TV and OTT experience.
Viaccess-Orca is part of the Orange Group and the company’s solutions have been deployed in over 35 countries, reaching more than 27 million subscribers.
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