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Icareus Automates Sports OTT Match Streaming with AI Cameras

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15.5.2025, The Icareus Sports OTT platform now enables over 20 sports to fully automate their game productions and boost revenue through pay-per-view and subscriptions.

Icareus Sports OTT is a cloud-based video platform that empowers sports federations, leagues, and clubs to deliver their own branded video service to fans. The platform allows users to produce, manage, monetize, and publish matches, events, as well as communication and training videos, all without technical expertise.

To fully automate match productions Icareus has integrated AI-based cameras into its platform. This enables a fully automated end-to-end production process: matches are scheduled automatically based on data from the game management system, automatically recorded, monetized, and published on the video service for both live viewing and on-demand access, including coaching use.

AI cameras support automated production in over 20 sports, including football, futsal, ice hockey, basketball, Finnish baseball, floorball, handball, rugby, and lacrosse. The cameras automatically follow the action and deliver high-quality content through single- or multi-camera streams. The solution is suitable for everything from training and junior matches to top-tier competitions.

Icareus Sports OTT with AI camera productions is already supporting football and floorball content delivery.

The Icareus Sports OTT platform also includes:

  • User management (for both end users and admins)
  • Integrations with match data, statistics, and result services
  • Content distribution to all devices including web, mobile, and Smart TVs
  • Fully branded sports portals and applications
  • Flexible monetization options (PPV, subscriptions, advertising)
  • Communication and marketing tools
  • Extensive analytics tools for viewer data and transaction tracking

In addition, coaches and teams gain significant benefits from automated productions:

  • Simplifies and automates the recording of both practices and matches
  • Game recordings are available almost in real time: no waiting needed
  • Easy to search and organize: find matches by team, date, or match type
  • Player-specific feedback: coaches can provide direct feedback using video
  • No manual uploading or sharing: all content is automatically accessible to the right people
  • All material in one place: no need to use multiple systems for video management

Icareus Ltd is a growing and profitable Finnish company specialising in video cloud services, founded in 2001. Icareus Ltd. is a respected operator with extensive experience in live webcasting and cooperation with sports federations. The company has enjoyed successful cooperation with the Finnish Baseball Association, Veikkaus, F-League and Salibandy League, among others.

Our main customers are video professionals such as sports organisations, TV channels, operators and media houses. We have clients from around 60 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, South and North America.

Icareus Sports OTT solution is a cloud-based video platform that enables sports federations, leagues, and clubs to create their own branded video service. The platform allows users to produce, manage, and publish matches, events, as well as communication and training videos – all without technical expertise. Content can be monetized through pay-per-view, subscriptions, and advertising, with revenue directed straight to clubs or federations. The service supports multi-camera, mobile app and AI camera production. Viewing analytics and user data help enhance the fan experience and marketing efforts. Icareus Sports OTT is already used in football, futsal, floorball, and Finnish baseball.

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Say Hello to Home Cine! A Fresh Take on Streaming, Powered by Icareus

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Helsinki, April 24, 2025 – Finland has welcomed a new streaming service for movies and TV series: Kotikino (eng. Home Cine), launched in April by Finnish company Nordic Content Distribution Ltd.. The service is built on the Icareus Video Cloud OTT solution.

Nordic Content Distribution (NCD) introduced its first streaming service Kirjastokino, aimed at public libraries, already back in 2019. It quickly gained widespread popularity and is now available in over 100 Finnish municipalities. However, the streaming landscape has changed. Many viewers feel that digital services have become too similar and often fail to offer anything truly interesting to watch. One reason for this is that most streaming decisions are made outside of Europe, leading to increasingly homogenized content and service models – leaving many films and genres out of reach.

Home Cine’s mission is to highlight and provide access to high-quality European movie and TV-series content.

“We’ve noticed that this kind of content easily falls into limbo while major international platforms take time to decide on their acquisitions. In addition, we plan to focus on other underserved genres, such as children’s films, anime, horror, and sci-fi, which also tend to be overlooked in many streaming services,” says the team behind the service.

At launch, Home Cine offers around 2,000 films, plus TV series and episodes. The catalog will expand weekly with new titles, meaning the service is constantly evolving.

One key advantage compared to many other platforms is that Home Cine offers both a monthly subscription and a rental model for individual films.

The platform is built using Icareus OTT platform, solution packed with versatile features that enable full management of the video service, including:

  • Uploading and migrating movies and TV series via a user interface or API integration
  • Video preparation, transcoding, categorization, and metadata management
  • Monetization through paid content packages and optionally advertisements
  • End-user registration and account management
  • Global content delivery via a robust CDN
  • End-user interfaces and video apps for various platforms
  • Analytics and reporting tools

In addition to the video platform, Icareus designed and developed Home Cine apps for iOS and Android. Smart TV applications will be released in the next phase of the service.

With Icareus Video Cloud handling the technical side, NCD can focus on content and building customer relationships instead of platform maintenance and development.

Home Cine is available on web at https://kotikino.fi and as mobile apps in app stores under the name Kotikino.

Nordic Content Distribution Oy is a Finnish company founded in 2019. It develops and operates the Kotikino (eng. Home Cine) and Kirjastokino (eng. Library Cine) streaming services. The company is privately owned, and its team has over 50 years of combined experience in the video and media industry across various companies and services. Read more: https://kotikino.fi tai https://www.linkedin.com/company/nordic-content-distribution/

Icareus Ltd is a growing and profitable Finnish company providing SaaS video cloud services. Our company serves customers from over 60 countries. Icareus OTT solution is a turnkey white-label video cloud solution for media, TV and content owners. It offers versatile tools for the production, management, publication and (optionally) commercialization of live streaming, videos and events.
More information: https://icareus.com/products/white-label-ott-platform/

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Eerikkilä integrates Icareus Video Cloud into MyE.Way for video coaching and training

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12.3.2025, Eerikkilä has implemented Icareus Video Cloud as part of their MyE.Way service, bringing a whole new dimension to coaching, training and player development.

With the overhaul, more than 1,400 annual matches, events and other videos will be made available through the MyE.Way service.

The integration allows for comprehensive and visual learning, where coaches can use recorded matches and training videos as teaching material. This helps to illustrate game situations, tactical choices and individual areas for development. The video editing and annotation tools support coaching by helping to focus instruction on the moments that are most relevant to player development.

On the other hand, players can learn independently by reviewing their own performance and comparing it with previous games, which contributes to personal development and self-assessment. Overall, the effective use of video makes coaching more interactive, personalised and effective. The integration will allow for a more extensive use of video in training and coaching processes, making Icareus Video Cloud a powerful tool for player development for the MyE.Way service.

"Video recordings are a valuable tool for player development. Icareus Video Cloud provides us with a centralised, scalable and easy-to-use solution that allows us to analyse games, share observations with players and develop coaching in a more personalised way."
Tommi Aaltonen
Tommi AaltonenProduct Manager at Eerikkilä

Video recordings become part of daily routine - without extra steps

Icareus Video Cloud was integrated with Eerikkilä’s MyE.Way service using Icareus’ open interface, allowing coaches and players to access videos without having to log in or switch between platforms. This enables, among other things:

  • Automatic video recording: matches are transferred directly to the video cloud and can be watched via MyE.Way without manual downloading.
  • User rights management: Teams and coaches have access only to their own matches and training videos, ensuring security and privacy.
  • Video editing and sharing: coaches can edit, analyse and share key moments directly with players within the MyE.Way platform.
  • Automatic management of metadata: Game videos are automatically organised by team, date and match type, making them easy to retrieve and use for analysis.

This makes the coaches’ job easier and helps players to develop through analysis and feedback. In addition, Icareus Video Cloud offers a new level of flexibility and fluidity for intra-team communication by allowing video management, editing and sharing on a single platform.

More effective coaching and player development through video

Benefits for Eerikkilä’s coaches and players

  • Game recordings available in near real-time: Faster access, no waiting for videos.
  • Easy to search and organise: Matches can be quickly found by team, date or match type.
  • Flexible video sharing: Players can watch matches at their own pace via MyE.Way.
  • Player-specific feedback: Coaches can give direct feedback to individuals through videos.
  • No manual upload or distribution: All videos are automatically available to the right people.
  • All your footage in one place: No need to use multiple systems to manage your videos.
"Eerikkilä is a top performer in sports coaching and uses video in MyE.Way in an advanced way to support coaching and training. This is a great example of how digital tools can bring new possibilities to coaching and learning. We are proud to provide them with a solution that makes the use of video in MyE.Way smooth and efficient, and to be part of the development of Finnish world-class sports. Icareus' long experience in sports video and streaming helped us build an integration that best serves the needs of both coaches and players."
Mikko Karppinen
Mikko KarppinenDirector of Icareus Ltd

With this solution, Eerikkilä can further strengthen its position as a pioneer in Finnish data leadership and player development.

Eerikkilä – A pioneer in world-class sports and coaching

Eerikkilä is a Finnish sports and training centre focusing on high-performance sports, coaching and player development. It offers modern training environments, expert coaching and advanced analytical tools for top players, coaches and teams in various sport disciplines. In football and basketball coaching in particular, Eerikkilä is known for its systematic and data-driven approach to player development.

Eerikkilä is supported by a strong research and analytics-based coaching model that utilises the latest technology and data to monitor the development of athletes. The centre also organises training sessions, events and camps for both professional and young athletes.

MyE.Way – An advanced player development and coaching tool

MyE.Way is a digital service developed by Eerikkilä to support player development and coaching. It brings together players’ performance data, test results, training diaries and match analyses, enabling individual development monitoring and planning.

The service provides coaches with a powerful tool to analyse players’ strengths and development areas and supports the overall coaching process for teams. MyE.Way also allows athletes to monitor their own development and receive feedback on their performance.

Icareus Ltd is a growing and profitable Finnish company specialising in video cloud services, founded in 2001. Icareus Ltd. is a respected operator with extensive experience in live webcasting and cooperation with sports federations. The company has enjoyed successful cooperation with the Baseball Association, Veikkaus, F-League and Salibandy League, among others.

Our main customers are video professionals such as sports organisations, TV channels, operators and media houses. We have clients from around 60 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, South and North America.

Icareus Video Cloud is the most versatile video solution in Europe. Icareus Video Cloud offers numerous features such as virtual and hybrid events and live broadcasts, video-on-demand streaming services, customisable video portals, video subtitling and editing tools, social media integrations, subscriber management, ad management, paywalls and a handy mobile app for uploading videos to the service. All Icareus video services are always brand-safe, customer-facing services, with features of the customer’s choice.

Our main customers are video professionals such as sports organisations, TV channels, operators and media houses. We have clients from around 60 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, South and North America.

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Terveyskylä.fi Gets a Makeover: HUS Adopts Icareus Video Cloud

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Helsinki, 18.06.2024 – The Terveyskylä.fi service ecosystem, developed and maintained through collaboration by Finland’s university hospitals, has successfully transitioned to the Icareus Video Cloud. This nationwide service will now have its media content managed and distributed via the Icareus Video Cloud. As part of this transition, more than 260 hours of video and audio content, along with over 4,000 media files, have found a new home.

Terveyskylä.fi has established itself as a key digital health service platform in Finland, offering a wide range of content such as the Terveyskylä Houses, Omapolku services, and various mobile and online applications. Video and audio files play a crucial role in these services and are actively utilized.

Icareus Video Cloud met the needs of HUS (and Terveyskylä) by providing a comprehensive solution for editing, subtitling, managing, and publishing video and audio media across various services and platforms.

Icareus CEO, Toni Leiponen, commented on the delivery:

“We are very pleased to offer even more comprehensive online video services to Terveyskylä, whose content is produced by experienced professionals in eServices. For years, we have been providing video solutions for the New Children's Hospital, and it's great that our service now also covers Terveyskylä’s video services. We’re proud to contribute to the well-being of society.”
Toni Leiponen
CEO, Icareus

Thanks to Icareus Video Cloud, Terveyskylä’s digital video services are now accessible to a broader audience, meeting the WCAG 2.1 AA-level accessibility requirements.

During the extensive implementation, Icareus Video Cloud was tailored to meet HUS’s needs, and existing media content was smoothly migrated to the new system. Video embeds and links were also updated.

Soile Tammelin, Product Manager for HUS eHealth Development Services, commented on the start of the collaboration between Terveyskylä and Icareus:

“Instructional videos for patients, training videos for professionals, and video-based peer stories are an important part of Terveyskylä’s content. I am delighted that, through excellent collaboration with Icareus, we have been able to release accessible versions of our videos in more languages. The Icareus project team has worked weekly on building and developing the services.”
Soile Tammelin
Soile Tammelin
Product Manager, HUS

Training was conducted in two phases, first for key users and then for general users, ensuring all user groups can make the most of the new software service.

The partnership with Icareus enabled a smooth and rapid implementation, ensuring an improved video user experience for Terveyskylä.fi.

Terveyskylä’s services are developed in collaboration with Finland’s university hospitals, with the Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) providing ICT services. In addition to university hospitals, the service ecosystem is also utilized by several well-being areas, where Terveyskylä forms an integral part of their service chains.

Founded in 2001, Icareus Ltd is a growing, profitable Finnish company that offers SaaS video cloud services. We serve customers in over 60 countries. Our main product, the customizable Icareus Video Cloud service, enables organizations to launch professional video services. It is suitable for both internal and external use in various contexts, such as content services, virtual and hybrid events, communication, marketing, and training—easily and affordably from the cloud, accessible on all devices.

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Icareus Playout Selected for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s DVB-T2 Rollout

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Helsinki, 04.09.2024 – Icareus is pleased to announce that it has been selected to provide its Icareus Playout platform for the DVB-T2 rollout in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in partnership with Odašiljači i veze (OIV) of Croatia.

OIV was contracted for the Project of Digitization of Public Broadcasting Services in Bosnia and Herzegovina, marking a significant step forward in completing the country’s Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) project, which has faced delays for nearly a decade. Icareus’ Playout technology will ensure reliable and efficient network management across the region, supporting the transition to modern broadcasting standards.

Following the successful completion of the first phase by OIV in 2016, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s DTT project is now entering its final stages. This long-awaited continuation will complete the second and third phases of digitization, enabling all citizens to access Public RTV services via the DVB-T2 digital platform. The entire system is expected to be operational by mid-2025, with most citizens gaining access to the new digital signal by the end of 2024.

Croatia’s OIV has been an Icareus Playout customer since 2016, making it a natural choice to continue the long-term partnership for this project. Icareus’ Playout EPG Platform will be used to manage the PSI/SI and EPG for the entire network.

“Relying on Icareus Playout was a logical decision, as OIV has already verified the Icareus Playout EPG server. It enables OIV to offer a better TV experience by efficiently managing channel line-ups and network parameters.”
Mr Nikola Perković
Head of Video Services Management Department, OIV
"We are proud to have partnered again with OIV to deliver a state-of-the-art EPG solution for the latest DVB-T2 deployment in Europe. This project exemplifies our commitment to innovation and quality in the broadcasting industry. By leveraging our Icareus Playout platform, the public broadcasters of Bosnia Herzegovina are finally taken into digital era!”
Mr Mikko Karppinen
Director, Icareus

Icareus Playout Platform has been in production since 2004 and is trusted by leading operators and broadcasters serving customers in 50 countries.  Icareus Playout product family includes Icareus Playout EP PSI/SI and EPG server, Icareus CS DSM-CC Carousel server for HbbTV and other Interactive TV standards, Icareus Playout DVB SSU server for over-the-air updates and Icareus Playout Compact Lab solution for research, development and testing TV services. For more information about solution visit: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/  

Icareus Playout offers a versatile solution for monitoring and managing Electronic Program Guide (EPG) content, enhancing the overall television experience for viewers. Seamlessly integrated into the customer’s systems, the platform ensures high-quality, real-time EPG workflows that operate continuously, 24/7. 

Read more about the PSI/SI & EPG Generator: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-generator-server/

Read more about EPG monitoring: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-monitor/

Renowned globally as a broadcast solution, Icareus Playout has been selected by leading broadcasters and DVB operators across Europe and the MENA region. Notable customers include Arabsat, Asharq News, Arqiva, BVN, Dialog TV, DU, France24, Freesat, Mediaset, Persidera, Telefonica, Telenet, Telespazio, and RAI. The platform is praised for its modularity, security, and robustness, which enable seamless multichannel and network EPG data management. Icareus Playout supports unique configurations, including EPG data sources, EIT tables, PSI/SI descriptors, and bespoke setups tailored to specific operational needs.

Icareus Ltd is established 2001 and has a headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Combining online and broadcast technologies have been the core of our activities over two decades, true pioneers some say. We’ve been making the change from linear TV to today’s multi-screen experience. Millions of consumers enjoy Icareus solutions via our broadcaster, operator, OTT and OVP customers in over 60 countries.

Icareus TV & Video Cloud and Icareus Playout, a trusted broadcast platform for EPG, Data carousels and OTA support solutions for HbbTV, OTT, TV Everywhere, Addressable TV advertising and Audience Measurement. More information: https://www.icareus.com

Odašiljači i veze d.o.o. (OIV) – With more than 95 years of tradition and experience OIV operates in the core of broadcasting and telecommunication industries, providing complete radio and television broadcasting services, audio-visual content and data distribution, fibre-optic lease, co-location as well as modern media services. More information: https://www.oiv.hr/

For more Information:  

Ms. Jessica Glad 
Marketing 
Icareus Ltd 

Email: [email protected] 
Telephone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801 

 

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Persidera Partners with Icareus and Video Progetti to Bring Advanced HbbTV Solutions to Italian Broadcasters

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Helsinki, 15.08,2024:  Icareus, a leading provider of HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) solutions, has partnered with Persidera, the premier network operator in Italy, and Video Progetti, Italy’s #1 broadcast systems integrator, to bring state-of-the-art HbbTV-based services to broadcasters and publishers across the Italian market. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the viewing experience for audiences and offer Persidera customers innovative tools to better engage their viewers.

The joint solution from Icareus, Video Progetti and Persidera leverages cutting-edge HbbTV technology, which seamlessly integrates broadcast and broadband content. This enables broadcasters to deliver a richer, more interactive experience to their audiences. This real-time access to viewing data allows operators and broadcasters to make informed decisions without the delay of waiting several days for panel-based metrics.

The offering includes a comprehensive suite of HbbTV applications and solutions, such as:

  • Audience Measurement: Accurate and real-time data collection to help broadcasters understand viewer behaviour and preferences, enabling more targeted and effective programming and advertising.
  • Electronic Program Guides (EPGs): Interactive and user-friendly program guides that make it easier for viewers to discover and access content.
  • Launchers: Customized launch interfaces that provide a gateway to various broadcast and on-demand services, offering viewers a personalized and streamlined content discovery experience.
  • Live Streaming: High-quality, uninterrupted live streaming capabilities, allowing broadcasters to reach their audiences on multiple devices, anytime and anywhere. In addition, niche audience and events can be served better via HbbTV channels instead of consuming broadcast capacity.
  • Radio: Integration of radio services within the HbbTV framework, offering users a one-stop solution for both visual and audio content.
  • HbbTV signalling: Persidera’s capability to provide advanced signalling to ensure accurate and versatile HbbTV application management as well as synchronization is guaranteed with Icareus Playout platform.

Central to the collaboration is the Icareus Video Cloud, a powerful OTT platform designed to manage and optimize the all the Live and on-demand video services including also tools e.g. for user experience (UX), Electronic Program Guides (EPGs), and HbbTV and other video applications. In this project it will empower broadcasters with:

  • User Experience (UX) Management: Tools to create and manage seamless, user-friendly interfaces that enhance viewer engagement and satisfaction. This allows broadcasters to design personalized experiences tailored to different audience segments.
  • EPG Management: A robust solution for managing EPGs, enabling broadcasters to effortlessly update program schedules and deliver real-time information to viewers. The Icareus Suite supports rich metadata and integrates seamlessly with other broadcast systems.
  • Application Management: A comprehensive platform for developing, deploying, and managing HbbTV applications, ensuring broadcasters can quickly and efficiently roll out new services and features. This includes the ability to launch and manage interactive applications such as quizzes, voting, and targeted advertising, enhancing viewer interaction.
"We are thrilled to introduce our advanced HbbTV solutions to the broader Italian market through this collaboration with Persidera and Video Progetti. By joining forces, we will equip broadcasters with the tools needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive media environment, while elevating the viewing experience for audiences across Italy."
Toni Leiponen
CEO, Icareus

Persidera, with its extensive network infrastructure and deep understanding of the Italian broadcasting market, is the ideal partner to bring these innovative solutions to life.

"By combining our network capabilities with Icareus' expertise in HbbTV, we are enabling broadcasters to offer more interactive and engaging content to their viewers. This partnership represents a significant step forward in the evolution of television in Italy."
Guido Fermetti
COO, Persidera
"We are excited to play a crucial role in this partnership, leveraging our experience in broadcasting technology to help deliver these advanced solutions to the Italian market with our integration and post-sales support services."
Francesco Struzzi
Sales Director, Video Progetti

The alliance between these companies underscores a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in broadcasting. Together, they are poised to set a new standard for HbbTV services in Italy, driving the future of television and offering broadcasters the tools to stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry.

Icareus Playout Platform has been in production since 2004 and is trusted by leading operators and broadcasters serving customers in 50 countries.  Icareus Playout product family includes Icareus Playout EP PSI/SI and EPG server, Icareus CS DSM-CC Carousel server for HbbTV and other Interactive TV standards, Icareus Playout DVB SSU server for over-the-air updates and Icareus Playout Compact Lab solution for research, development and testing TV services. For more information about solution visit: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/  

Read more about the PSI/SI & EPG Generator: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-generator-server/

Read more about EPG monitoring: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-monitor/

Icareus Ltd is established 2001 and has a headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Combining online and broadcast technologies have been the core of our activities over two decades, true pioneers some say. We’ve been making the change from linear TV to today’s multi-screen experience. Millions of consumers enjoy Icareus solutions via our broadcaster, operator, OTT and OVP customers in over 60 countries.

Icareus TV & Video Cloud and Icareus Playout, a trusted broadcast platform for EPG, Data carousels and OTA support solutions for HbbTV, OTT, TV Everywhere, Addressable TV advertising and Audience Measurement. More information: https://www.icareus.com

Persidera – Persidera is the leader in the Italian market of media services for independent publishers. 100% of the share capital is held by the sole shareholder F2i TLC 2 SpA. The Company’s core business is the provision of DTT Network Transmission Service, hosting more than 50 Radio/TV channels on its 3 national Networks which cover more than 96% of the national population. The channel management services broadcast on its Networks are provided through a proprietary Headend infrastructure, constantly maintained at the most advanced state of technology and with reliability standards at the top of the market. For more information, visit: https://persidera.it/.

Video Progetti S.r.l. is a leading Italian company which has been working for over 20 years in the distribution and integration of professional equipment for television, cinema and telecommunications. Having offices both in Rome and Milan, Video Progetti is constantly in touch with the key players in these fields and participates in the development of the broadcast industry by offering our clients the most up-to-date production technology. For more information, visit http://www.videoprogetti.it.

For more Information:  

Ms. Jessica Glad 
Marketing 
Icareus Ltd 

Email: [email protected] 
Telephone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801 

 

Follow Icareus on:  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icareus-ltd- 

 

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Icareus Launches Real-time EPG Monitoring Solution

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Helsinki, Finland – August 14, 2024 – Icareus, a leading provider of broadcast and streaming solutions, announces a cutting-edge EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Monitoring Solution as part of its Icareus Playout product platform. This new feature is set to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of EPG data management for DVB broadcast networks.

With the growing complexity of modern broadcasting, accurate EPG data has become essential for delivering a seamless viewer experience and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Icareus’ EPG Monitoring Solution is designed to meet these challenges head-on, equipping broadcasters and network operators with powerful tools for real-time oversight, error detection, and validation of EPG data across various channels and regions.

"We're proud to introduce our new advanced EPG Monitoring Solution, a feature that has been meticulously developed to address the critical needs of broadcasters. This addition to our Playout platform is the result of dedicated work to ensure that EPG data is not only accurate but fully compliant. It's a significant step forward in our ongoing mission to provide reliable, user-focused solutions that evolve with the industry's demands."
Mr Mikko Karppinen
Director, Icareus

Key Features and Benefits:

  • Real-Time Monitoring: Provides continuous monitoring of EPG data, enabling quick identification and resolution of discrepancies.
  • Data Integrity and Consistency: Ensures accurate and synchronized EPG data through validation and cross-verification tools.
  • Error Detection and Alerts: Automatically detects errors and sends real-time alerts, allowing for immediate corrective actions.
  • Multi-Channel Support: Monitors EPG data across multiple channels and regions.
  • User-Friendly Interface:  Intuitive dashboard, making it easy to manage and monitor EPG data.
  • Compliance and Security: Ensures full compliance with DVB standards and local regulations, backed by robust security measures.

Seamlessly integrated into the Icareus Playout platform, the EPG Monitoring Solution enhances an already robust suite of broadcast management tools. By combining content scheduling and EPG monitoring within a single platform, broadcasters can simplify their workflows, ensuring smoother operations and greater efficiency.

"Integrating the EPG Monitoring Solution with Icareus Playout makes it an even more powerful tool for broadcast management. Our customers now have a single platform that covers every aspect of their broadcast metadata workflow, from content creation to delivery."
Mr Mikko Karppinen
Director, Icareus

The EPG Monitoring Solution is now available as part of the Icareus Playout platform. For more information or to request a demo, please visit www.icareus.com or contact our sales team at [email protected].

Icareus Playout Platform has been in production since 2004 and is trusted by leading operators and broadcasters serving customers in 50 countries.  Icareus Playout product family includes Icareus Playout EP PSI/SI and EPG server, Icareus CS DSM-CC Carousel server for HbbTV and other Interactive TV standards, Icareus Playout DVB SSU server for over-the-air updates and Icareus Playout Compact Lab solution for research, development and testing TV services. For more information about the solution visit: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/  

For more information about the Icareus Playout EPG server, visit: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-generator-server/

For more information about EPG monitoring: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/epg-monitor/

Icareus Ltd is established 2001 and has a headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Combining online and broadcast technologies have been the core of our activities over two decades, true pioneers some say. We’ve been making the change from linear TV to today’s multi-screen experience. Millions of consumers enjoy Icareus solutions via our broadcaster, operator, OTT and OVP customers in over 60 countries.

Icareus TV & Video Cloud and Icareus Playout, a trusted broadcast platform for EPG, Data carousels and OTA support solutions for HbbTV, OTT, TV Everywhere, Addressable TV advertising and Audience Measurement. More information: https://www.icareus.com

For more Information:  

Ms. Jessica Glad 
Marketing 
Icareus Ltd 

Email: [email protected] 
Telephone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801 

 

Follow Icareus on:  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icareus-ltd- 

 

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New Release: Audience Measurement 3.0 Solution for Operators and Broadcasters

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Helsinki, 15.08,2024:  Icareus is happy to announce its new version of Audience Measurement solution at IBC2024. It will be showcased at the IBC2024 exhibition held in September in Amsterdam and is immediately  available as cloud service to our customers.

Connectivity is transforming audience measurement by enabling real-time data collection and more accurate insights into viewer behaviour. Icareus Audience Measurement solution offers TV operators, broadcasters, and other service providers tools to gather detailed information on how audiences are engaging with their TV channels. This data is collected in real-time directly from Smart TVs and set-top boxes. The solution supports multiple standards, including interactive TV environments like MHP and HbbTV, and is compatible with all major TV brands such as Samsung, LG, and Sony.

Traditional audience panels should be complemented, or even replaced, with direct, real-time data collection systems like Icareus Audience measurement, because they often rely on a limited number of devices, and thus can miss key insights. Icareus Audience Measurement collects data from all connected devices in the TV network, offering real-time insights that are far more comprehensive and reliable, even for niche channels on e.g. satellite platforms.

This real-time access to viewing data allows operators and broadcasters to make informed decisions without the delay of waiting several days for panel-based metrics. Additionally, Icareus can fine-tune panel sizes as needed to meet different cost and operational requirements, providing flexibility and efficiency.

All the data is presented in flexible, customizable Icareus Audience Dashboards that allows data analysists to customize their experience by modifying and building their own KPIs and dashboards. For full transparency and data management, all collected data can be exported to third-party data management platforms or enriched with additional third-party data, enhancing the usability, depth and value of the system. Our Analytics APIs help 3rd parties to exploit the platform to its full extend with their existing and in-house solutions.

This is the biggest upgrade we’ve done to our analytics platform and by working closely with our customers we’ve been able to add key functionalities badly needed by the industry. I am very proud of our team that has over-achieved and build something unique, versatile and comprehensive to the market to adopt.
Mikko Karppinen
Mikko KarppinenDirector, Icareus

Icareus Audience Measurement can be used in multiple use-cases to improve broadcasters and operators’ operations, viewer engagement and revenues:

  • Improving Viewer Experience by understanding viewer preferences
  • Advertising Revenue Optimization via improved viewer data for more precise ads targeting
  • Competitive Benchmarking to understand market share and channel performance
  • Content Development, Programming and Scheduling decisions by providing understanding which shows, genres and time slots attract the most viewers
  • Audience Engagement and Retention by analyzing the demographics, geographic and behaviours of audiences

Read more about the solution: https://icareus.com/products/audience-measurement/

Or if you are coming to IBC2024, please book a meeting with us: https://icareus.com/events-ibc-2024/

Icareus Ltd is established 2001 and has a headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Combining online and broadcast technologies have been the core of our activities over two decades, true pioneers some say. We’ve been making the change from linear TV to today’s multi-screen experience. Icareus solutions are enjoyed by millions of consumers via our broadcaster, operator, OTT and OVP customers in over 60 countries.

Icareus TV & Video Cloud and Icareus Playout, a trusted broadcast platform for EPG, Data carousels and OTA support solutions for HbbTV, OTT, TV Everywhere, Addressable TV advertising and Audience Measurement.

For more Information:                                                                                                  

Ms. Jessica Glad
Marketing
Icareus Ltd

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801

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Icareus Playout Empowers Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales in Optimizing EPG Workflows 

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Helsinki, 02.05,2024:  Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales (TSA), the Telefónica Group company specializing in broadcast audiovisual services and solutions, has decided to enhance their operations by renewing their legacy EPG platform with Icareus Playout. As the largest privately-owned satellite teleport in Spain, TSA recognized the need for a modern, flexible solution to elevate their workflows, operations, and ultimately, customer satisfaction. 

The existing PSI/SI and EPG platform, integral to TSA’s terrestrial broadcasting services, reached its end-of-life phase, necessitating an advanced replacement. After a meticulous selection process, TSA enlisted the expertise of Icareus and their Spanish partner, QinMedia, to orchestrate a seamless migration and implement an optimized EPG workflow. 

Collaboratively, QinMedia and Icareus took on the challenge, constructing integrated workflows for TSA’s operations team. This strategic approach empowers TSA to center their focus on nurturing customer success and to furher develop their operations. 

"Partnering Icareus in this project has been a pleasure. TSA is a key customer for QinMedia and we had no other choice than offering them the undisputed leader solution in the EPG servers market. It has been proved to be the right choice."
Mr Roberto Martínez Morán
CTO at QinMedia

The Icareus Playout platform, a renowned global broadcast solution, has been chosen by prominent broadcasters and DVB operators across Europe and MENA, including notable names like Arabsat, Asharq News, Arqiva, BVN, Dialog TV, DU, France24, Freesat, Mediaset, Persidera, Telefonica, Telenet, Telespazio, and RAI. Renowned for its modularity, security, and robustness, Icareus Playout facilitates the seamless management of multichannel and -network EPG data. The platform facilitates unique configurations of EPG data sources, EIT tables, PSI/SI descriptors, and even bespoke setups to meet specific needs. 

"Icareus Playout has streamlined the process of creating services in a tree structure, as well as the customized configuration of other services such as text encoding, individual time setting or TTL for each transport, amongst others. This project has granted us greater flexibility, as well as an important personalized attention and professionalism from Qin Media team”.
Mr Julio López Pérez
Internal Support and Implementation Department at TSA

With the adoption of Icareus Playout, TSA takes a significant leap forward in optimizing their operations, streamlining workflows, and delivering enhanced customer experiences. This transformation underscores Icareus’ commitment to fostering excellence in the broadcasting landscape, solidifying TSA’s position as a leader in the industry.

Icareus Playout provides TSA with a versatile solution for managing its Electronic Program Guide, ultimately enhancing the television experience for viewers. Seamlessly integrated into TSA’s systems, Icareus Playout ensures a continuous, fully automated EPG content workflow, operating 24/7.

“At Icareus, we are thrilled to be part of Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales' transformative journey as they renew their EPG platform with Icareus Playout. Collaborating with our partner QinMedia, we have ensured a seamless migration, enabling TSA to focus on customer success. The Icareus Playout platform, empowers TSA to efficiently manage EPG data, delivering a superior TV experience. This partnership exemplifies our dedication to elevating broadcasting standards and we are excited to continue contributing to TSA's leadership in the industry.”
Mr Toni Leiponen
Icareus’ Managing Director

Icareus Playout Platform has been in production since 2004 and is trusted by leading operators and broadcasters serving customers in 50 countries. Icareus Playout product family includes Icareus Playout EP PSI/SI and EPG server, Icareus CS DSM-CC Carousel server for HbbTV and other Interactive TV standards, Icareus Playout DVB SSU server for over-the-air updates and Icareus Playout Compact Lab solution for research, development and testing TV services.

More information: https://icareus.com/products/icareus-playout-broadcast-service-management-platform/  

Icareus Ltd is established 2001 and has a headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Combining online and broadcast technologies have been the core of our activities over two decades, true pioneers some say. We’ve been making the change from linear TV to today’s multi-screen experience. Icareus solutions are enjoyed by millions of consumers via our broadcaster, operator, OTT and OVP customers in over 60 countries. 

Icareus TV & Video Cloud and Icareus Playout, a trusted broadcast platform for EPG, Data carousels and OTA support solutions for HbbTV, OTT, TV Everywhere, Addressable TV advertising and Audience Measurement.

More information: https://www.icareus.com  

QinMedia QinMedia represents the commitment of a group of professionals with a vast experience in the Broadcast and Telco market to fulfill the needs of an evolving market demanding the most technologically advanced and highest technical skills to support them. 

QinMedia is positioned as a Software and Hardware solutions provider wherever the added value constitutes a differentiating factor over other market alternatives. 

To the proven quality of the products distributed, QinMedia’s team tacks on consulting, implementation, commissioning, training and after-sales support. This approach entitles us to cover all aspects needed to ensure the success of systems or subsystems deployment projects within the broadcast environment. 

With a new technologies oriented vocation applied to the changing media consumption patterns, QinMedia stands for a trusted partner to join the customers in its technology migration journey.

More information: https://qinmedia.com/  

Telefonica Servicios Audiovisioales (TSA) is the Telefónica Group company that has been creating broadcast audiovisual solutions since 1993. With its headquarters in Spain and an office in Latin America, TSA stands out for its international character, offering broadcast and multimedia services and solutions worldwide. 

We provide end-to-end consulting, design, and integration for audiovisual projects. Our comprehensive solutions cover television production, innovative projects (including those based on AI), and services for video platforms such as DTH, IPTV, OTT, and channel broadcasting. In addition to project and services work, we offer training, coaching, and support at various service levels.  

Notably, we manage Spain’s largest fully private teleport, distributing over 700 television and radio channels, as well as providing internet access, Starlink, LAN, VoIP, and data services. 

Our extensive experience has been shaped over the years through the design, execution, and support of numerous projects for both our own company and our clients. We believe in customer orientation, innovation, and flexibility. Our commitment is to promote technological solutions that adapt to the ever-changing needs of the dynamic audiovisual world. 

More information: https://www.telefonicaserviciosaudiovisuales.com/en/ 

For more Information:  

Ms. Jessica Glad 
Marketing 
Icareus Ltd 

Email: [email protected] 

Telephone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801 

 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icareus-ltd- 

 

Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales  

Noemí Pérez Villanueva 
MKT & COM 
Email: [email protected] 
Telephone: +34 630 95 30 89  

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IRR-TV Unveils Permanto.fi: Finnish OTT Landscape Gains New Player

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Helsinki, 02.05.2024 – IRR-TV, a leading pan-Christian media organization, is thrilled to announce the launch of its direct-to-consumer OTT service through the innovative platform, Permanto.fi. This step allows IRR-TV to seamlessly integrate its TV channel and other broadcasting endeavors into a dynamic, interactive, and user-centric digital space. Permanto.fi, the brand-new video portal, serves a diverse array of both live and on-demand content.

To achieve this remarkable milestone, IRR-TV joined forces with two industry veterans: Icareus and Digita. Icareus, an experienced player in the field of online video and TV solutions, partnered with Finland’s national terrestrial TV operator, Digita, to craft a comprehensive and cutting-edge solution for both live and on-demand content delivery. Digita, known for its exceptional performance in managing critical network infrastructure, effectively bolsters IRR-TV’s broadcasting and OTT services. The OTT video portal, hosted on the robust Icareus Video Cloud, is a pivotal component of this collaboration.

"We are proud to partner with IRR-TV in delivering an unparalleled OTT experience through Permanto.fi. Our Icareus Video Cloud, coupled with Digita's operational excellence, empower IRR-TV to connect with their audience in innovative ways."
Toni Leiponen
CEO of Icareus

Key benefits that Icareus Video Cloud offers to IRR-TV include:

1

Peace of Mind

The long-standing and successful collaboration between Icareus and Digita ensures that IRR-TV can deliver an uninterrupted, smooth, and reliable viewing experience for its audience around the clock.

2

Streamlined Operations

Leveraging Digita’s operational center and network expertise, IRR-TV benefits from a well-oiled machinery that keeps the content delivery process hassle-free.

3

Reliability

The platform’s robust architecture guarantees a reliable and stable streaming experience, minimizing disruptions for viewers.

4

Tailored & Comprehensive Solution

Icareus Video Cloud empowers IRR-TV with the flexibility to adapt to evolving audience preferences and market dynamics. The integration of Icareus Video Cloud enables IRR-TV to handle every aspect of content delivery, from VOD ingestion and transcoding to live channel management and EPG integration. The platform is optimized to cater to Tier 2 and Tier 3 TV channels and content owners, providing tailor-made solutions that fit unique requirements.

5

Cutting-Edge Technology

Permanto.fi’s OTT end-user portal boasts the latest technological advancements and advanced features, including features such as Airplay, Chromecast, and picture-in-picture capabilities, enriching the viewer experience.

The launch of Permanto.fi marks a significant milestone in IRR-TV’s journey towards expanding it’s audience beyond traditional terrestrial, cable and satellite networks. This pioneering venture exemplifies the organization’s commitment to providing unmatched quality, accessibility, and engagement for its cherished viewers across Finland and Internationally.

IRR-TV is a visionary pan-Christian media organization founded in 1986 and dedicated to delivering high-quality content that fosters spiritual growth, education, and entertainment. With a rich history of serving diverse communities, IRR-TV continues to redefine the way faith-based content is created, curated, and consumed. IRR-TV produces almost 1000 TV programs annually and broadcasts these through 16 satellite channels to different parts of the world. The programs appear e.g. in North Africa, the Middle East, and Central and South Asia. IRR-TV has printed a total of more than 8 million books, in 30 languages on 4 continents. More information: https://irr-tv.fi/

Icareus is a leading provider of advanced multimedia solutions, specializing in empowering broadcasters and content owners to deliver exceptional viewing experiences across a variety of platforms. With cutting-edge technology and a commitment to innovation, Icareus is at the forefront of shaping the future of video consumption via its Icareus Video Cloud. More information: https://www.icareus.com

Digita is Finland’s premier national terrestrial TV operator, renowned for its expertise in network infrastructure management and operational excellence. Partnering with key industry players, Digita delivers seamless broadcasting solutions that enrich the lives of millions of viewers nationwide. More information: https://www.digita.fi/

Permanto.fi is an OTT video portal developed through a collaboration between IRR-TV, Icareus, and Digita. This platform offers both live and on-demand content, re-defining the way audiences interact with Christian media content in Finland and internationally. More information:  https://www.permanto.fi/

Icareus Video Cloud is a turnkey white-label video cloud solution for media, TV and content owners. It offers versatile tools for the production, management, publication and (optionally) commercialization of live streaming, videos and events.

More information: https://icareus.com/solutions/broadcasters-media-ott/

Ms. Jessica Glad
Marketing
Icareus Ltd
Phone: +358 (0)9 2289 0801
Email: [email protected]

 

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