New Delhi, February 29, 2016 , YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for South Asian content, has announced its partnership with &TV. YuppTV’s partnership with the channel will allow its users to catch a diverse and dynamic mix of relatable fiction, high voltage non-fiction, marquee events and blockbuster movies in Hindi from &TV through its platform.

&TV is the flagship Hindi GEC of the ‘&’ bouquet of channels from Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), a global media and entertainment company. With the association confirmed, &TV’s delightful blend of programming across genres will now be available to YuppTV users across the globe.

Speaking on the partnership, Uday Reddy – Founder & CEO, YuppTV, said, “We are pleased to announce our association with leading TV conglomerate Zee Network to launch its premium entertainment channel &TV across the APAC region. &TV signifies a conjunction of aspirations and rootedness which is synonymous with the spirit of New Age India. Our partnership with the channel adds great value to our existing library and gives our users more entertainment options to choose from.”

Be it the fast paced crime-mystery thriller ‘Agent Raghav - Crime Branch’, the horror series ‘Darr Sabko Lagta Hai’ or the family comedy ‘BhabhiJi Ghar Par Hai!’, YuppTV users can access &TV’s offerings through the YuppTV website, www.yupptv.com, or on smart TVs, smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets through its app.

Atlanta, February 26, 2016 , After an emphatic victory over hosts Bangladesh in the tournament’s opening match on Wednesday, India is set to face its archrival Pakistan on Saturday, 27th February.

The two sides have not played since their World Cup duel in 2015 as the proposed bilateral series in December did not materialize.

Going by India's T20 form in Australia and against Sri Lanka at home recently, lots of expectations are already set from men in blue.

In its first match on Wednesday, India lost 3 wickets quickly but Rohit Sharma kept firing boundaries and helped team to set a score of 166 runs with loss of 6 wickets. India’s bowling attack might not have been appreciated in the past but on Wednesday, Indian bowlers finished the job with something to spare. Ashish Nehra took three wickets, fellow fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah took another, while spinner Ravichandran Ashwin helped stifle Bangladesh. As per Twenty20 international records, India has won five of the six contests with Pakistan. It will be interesting to see on Saturday if men in green are able to record their second win over India or the men in blue will hit the sixth one.

All the action can be watched Live & Exclusive on YuppTV in the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia. Cricket fans in Singapore will also be able view the tournament LIVE via YuppTV app on multiple Internet enabled devices such as Smart TVs, Smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, laptop, gaming console, smart phones and tablets.

Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV said, “If Cricket is a religion of India, Twenty20 International has an equally incredible ritualistic significance. India vs Pakistan matches have always come with an emotional connect for the audiences. We are delighted to provide exclusive Twenty20 international content to our customers abroad on multiple devices underlining our commitment to offer the most seasoned content for our consumers and to give them the option to witness their favourite cricket stars in action.”

Atlanta, February 18, 2016 , YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for South Asian content, has made the ‘King’ Nagarjuna’s latest flick, ‘Soggade Chinni Nayana’, available for expats around the world through an exclusive digital launch on its platform.

The launch of this film on YuppTV is scheduled on February 19th.The movie, which also stars Ramya Krishna and LavanyaTripati in addition to the ‘King’ Nagarjuna, is available on-demand in all countries in exception to India.

Speaking on the launch, Uday Reddy, CEO & Founder of YuppTV, said, “We are launching this movie with an aim of providing our expat users with the latest movie releases from India. This underlines our commitment to provide the most tailored entertainment option for our consumers and to give them the option to view their favourite stars in action at the same time as the movie is launched.”

YuppTV subscribers across the world can enjoy the movie on YuppTV website, www.yupptv.com, or via YuppTV app on Smart TVs, Smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets.

New Delhi, February 15, 2016 If you follow popular shows on the NDTV network such as The Big Fight, Power Lunch, Prime Time and Chakhle India Kachcha Raasta, there is good news for you! YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, has announced its partnership with the NDTV Group. Under the move, YuppTV subscribers will be able to view the four channels - NDTV India (Hindi), NDTV 24x7 (English) and NDTV Profit /Prime (Business) and NDTV Good Times anytime, anywhere.

The four channels of NDTV can be accessed by users on www.yupptv.com from outside India and www.yupptv.in from India, or by downloading the YuppTV app on their smart phones, smart TVs, smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, tablets and gaming consoles. The move took the number of channels on YuppTV’s platform to 16, adding to its current repository of 200+ Indian TV Channels in 13 languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi, Oriya, Gujarati, Sinhala, Urdu and Bangla.

Speaking on the announcement, Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, commented, “We are the largest OTT provider for Indian content in the world, while the NDTV group is the preferred news channel for Indian expats worldwide. The association will allow us to add NDTV’s popular news and lifestyle programmes to our offerings and will improve the selection choices for our users. We are confident of satisfying all India-centric news-related requirements of our subscribers with this partnership.”

Rahul Sood, Head, Network Distribution & Affiliate Sales, NDTV, added, “We are pleased to partner with YuppTV, a leading digital content destination for Indian expats and this association will serve to add even more options for the YuppTV users and allow its users with anytime, anywhere access to our channels.”

New Delhi Television Limited (NDTV) is an Indian commercial broadcasting television network owning three national news channels – NDTV India (Hindi), NDTV 24X7 (English) and NDTV Profit (Business) – as well as a lifestyle channel, NDTV Good Times. YuppTV’s partnership with the group underlines its position as the premium digital TV content platform for news channels. YuppTV will also make the channels’ programmes available for view for up to seven days on its platform, allowing users to go back and view their favourite shows in case they miss the original schedule.

Since its India launch in October 2015, YuppTV has been creating ripples across the digital entertainment industry owing to its unique approach and extensive network. It is today the world’s largest internet TV and video on demand (VOD) streaming provider with more than 5 million mobile app downloads and an audience base reaching 400+ million households through Smart TVs. YuppTV is also the 2nd most popular app in Google Play Store and the most popular TV app on LG and Samsung Smart TVs in India.

Atlanta, February 11, 2016 , the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for South Asian content, is happy to announce that it has secured the digital media rights for the Asia Cup T20, 2016 to be held on February 24th - March 6th, 2016. While YuppTV has secured exclusive rights to stream Asia Cup 2016 live in USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia, cricket fans in Singapore will also be able view the tournament via YuppTV app on multiple Internet enabled devices such as Smart TVs, Smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, laptop, gaming console, smart phones and tablets. The Asia Cup 2016 is scheduled to take place in Dhaka, Bangladesh with the Indian T20 team taking on the host nation on the inaugural day. The much awaited match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for February 27, while India faces the defending champions Sri Lanka on March 1.

Speaking on the announcement, Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV said, “Cricket has always been a sport that has incited much passion and following amongst South Asians. By bagging the exclusive digital media rights for the Asia Cup 2016, we are enabling live, on-the-go access to the tournament for the expat community. This partnership will provide them with seamless, real-time access to all the matches and allow viewers to watch their favourite teams in action on their preferred device!”

In addition to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, non-test playing nations Afghanistan, Hong Kong, Oman and UAE will also be competing for a qualifying spot for the tournament. The qualifying round is scheduled to take place at the Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium (KSOAS) in Narayanganj, Afghanistan, between February 19 and February 22, with the winner of the qualifiers then joining the test playing nations in the main event.

YuppTV users can catch all the action on www.yupptv.com or via the YuppTV app on their smart TVs, smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets.

Contact: Shivam Agarwal

Email: shivam@yupptv.com

Phone: 678-242-5212

Atlanta, February 8, 2016 YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, has expanded the entertainment choices available for its users by announcing a partnership with B4U. Under the partnership, YuppTV users anywhere across the world, with the exception of the US, will be able to view B4U Music and B4U Movies.

B4U is one of the world's leading Bollywood television networks and operates on more than 8 different satellites in over 100 countries. The move to partner with B4U is meant to augment YuppTV’ s current Hindi entertainment library. Both channels will be available in Hindi and can be viewed on computers, smart TVs, smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, tablets, smartphones and gaming consoles along with other video content through YuppTV’ s platform.

Speaking on the announcement, Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO - YuppTV, commented, “YuppTV, today, has established its credentials as the biggest Indian TV content enabler in the world. As such, we constantly endeavor to provide our users across the globe with more entertainment options. This partnership with B4U will help us augment our current offerings and add to the Hindi content options available for our users.”

Ashok Shenoy, Head - International Business of B4U added, “Our association with YuppTV allows us to expand our bouquet of offerings to its vast digital audience globally. As a premier digital content destination, it will provide anytime, anywhere access to viewers who can enjoy our extensive movie and music programming across devices. This falls in place with our strategy to reach our viewers at their convenience and fulfill their Bollywood entertainment needs on the go.”

Atlanta, February 4, 2016 YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for South Asian content, has recently announced itsavailability on Apple TV. With this, AppleTV users can enjoy YuppTV services such as Live TV channels, Catch-up TV, thousands of Bollywood and regional movies(through its movie-on-demand platform YuppFlix, and Sports. Moreover, users can also watch all the cricket matches from the upcoming Asia Cup 2016on YuppTV in USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia.

Speaking on the announcement, Uday Reddy, CEO, YuppTV, said, “AppleTV is one of the most used media streaming devices in the world with more than 20 million devices sold today. By making the YuppTV app available on AppleTV, we continue our efforts to extend our customer reach, worldwide.”

YuppTV app can be downloaded from the entertainment section of the AppleTV app store by searching for “YuppTV”. All Apple TV customers will get 15 days of Free Trial for all the YuppTV services. Customers can sign up on the YuppTV Website www.yupptv.com to avail Free Trial.

New Delhi, February 2, 2016 YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, has partnered with leading South Indian television network Sun Network to offer numerous regional entertainment options to its users. With the partnership in place, YuppTV will launch 10 channels in four languages – Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil and Kannada – in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Under the agreement, YuppTV will make the following Sun Network channels available for its MENA viewers – Surya and Kiran (Malayalam), SunTV, KTV, Sun Music, Adithya TV (Tamil), Gemini TV, Gemini Movies & Gemini Comedy (Telugu) and Udaya TV (Kannada). The move willadd morecontent to YuppTV’ s entertainment repertoire which boasts of over 25000 hours of video content in its catalogue.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, said, “As the leading digital entertainment provider for expats from the South Asian community, we pride ourselves on making the latestcontent available to our users across the world. By entering into partnership with Sun Network, one of the largest TV networks in South India, we will curate even more regional entertainment options to add to our already impressive library.”

Speaking on this occasion, Mr Mahesh Kumar, President, Sun TV Network Ltdremarked. “The partnership with YUPPTV is yet another initiative in line with our strategy to improve SunTV’spresence on digital networks and beef up distribution through a variety of OTT platforms worldwide”

As the leading OTT provider for South Asian content, YuppTV already has content partnerships with leading television networks to provide 200+ channels in the South Asian region. With entertainment options in 13 languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi, Oriya, Gujarati, Sinhala, Urdu and Bangla, the brand has established itself as the digital destination for South Asian content in the world.

About Sun TV Network Limited

Sun TV Network Limited (‘Sun TV’) is a leading name in Indian broadcast media industry headquartered in Chennai, India. Established in the year 1993, Sun TV is the largest regional TV network offering a bouquet of thirty three TV channels that are watched by over 95 million Indian households and several more in over 27 other countries. Sun TV also operates - through its subsidiaries and affiliated companies - a network of 48 FM Radio stations across India. Sun TV also owns the Hyderabad-based cricket team Sunrisers Hyderabad that plays in the Indian Premier League, the most watched sporting event in the country.
For more information, visit http://www.sunnetwork.in/

New Delhi, January 21, 2016 If you would like to see tennis stars battle it out for one of the most prestigious ATP events of the year, look no further! YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for South Asian content, is bringing all the action from the ongoing Australian Open, right at your fingertips. Now watch Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams take on the challengers as they defend their titles in testing conditions at Melbourne!

YuppTV ensures that users can stream the matches live and watch highlights for all of them without any buffering. Users can watch the digital coverage of the Australian Open on their computers and smart devices.

Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, commented, “The Australian Open is one of the most viewed events in the tennis calendar and is a major draw with the viewers. With the event now available for live streaming and VOD on our platform, we are fulfilling our users’ requirement for on-the-go, mobile-first entertainment solutions to make sure they don’t miss a second of the adrenalin pumping action.”

In addition to live streaming and highlights, YuppTV will also enable VOD for all the matches for the event which is scheduled from January 18 to January 31. YuppTV subscribers can view all the aces, near misses, set and game points, winning moments, funny moments, celebrations and pre/post match interviews for an immersive, in-depth sports experience. Viewers can access the Australian Open through www.yupptv.in or by downloading the YuppTV app on their smart phones, smart TVs, smart Blu-ray players, streaming media players, tablets and gaming consoles.

New Delhi, January 21, 2016 Marking a pioneering change in the way digital content is approached, YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, has announced its partnership with Chinese OTT and internet technology giant LeEco ( formerly Letv). The move is aimed at maximizing the value to the end user by creating a ubiquitous content ecosystem that enables anytime, anywhere accessibility of video content.

Under the partnership, YuppTV will be integrated into LeEco’s smart devices that gives users the access to YuppTV’s catalogue of live TV channels. YuppTV’s latest move marks the first time a content platform. and a smart device provider have entered into such an association. YuppTV will act as a market differentiator by adding value to LeEco’s end-user offerings through its comprehensive content library.

Speaking on the association, Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, commented, “The past few years have seen rapid growth in OTT and video consumption through internet enabled devices such as mobiles and smart TVs. Through their multi device and content ecosystem strategy, LeEco has been very successful in China. The partnership with the global internet technology conglomerate was successfully forged due to a natural chemistry and a synergy of vision between the two companies. We are confident that this association will help in optimizing the value delivered to the end-users and take our extensive digital entertainment solutions to a larger audience.”

Mr Tin Mok, CEO APAC, LeEco added, "We are delighted to enter into an association with YuppTV which is one of the largest OTT content providers for Indian content in the world today. The partnership is in synergy with our expansion plans in India and will enable us to leverage YuppTV’s offerings to add value to our own services.”

About LeEco (Formerly Letv)

Founded in November 2004 by Jia Yueting and Liu Hong, a celebrated pioneer in China's Internet landscape, Letv (now rebranded to LeEco) is committed to creating the "Le Ecosystem," a next-generation Internet engine that is vertically-integrated to offer an online platform completed with content, devices and applications. LeEco employs nearly 10,000 people and is the world’s first video company to go public with a market capitalization of more than $12 billion USD. The Group is engaged in a rich array of businesses, spanning from Internet TV, video production and distribution, smart gadgets and large-screen applications to e-commerce and Internet-linked super-electric cars, which were announced in late 2014. A listed company valued at more than 88.81 billion Yuan (US$14.06 billion), LeEco is set to bring in innovative technology with price disruption to the Indian market.

Hyderabad, January 11, 2016 YuppTV, a world leader in providing converged OTT (over the top) live TV and video on-demand solutions, launches Germany’s premier international news channel Deutsche Welle (DW) in English for viewers in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan.

DW has been a trusted source of reliable, unbiased news and information for more than 60 years. Viewers of YuppTV will now be able to enjoy news, features and award-winning documentaries covering topics from breaking news to science, politics, arts, culture and sports.

YuppTV continuously enriches and enhances the viewers experience with 5000 hours of new on-demand content being added to YuppTV platform everyday with 24x7, customer-centric support. The company’s vision is to make it seamless for broadcasters to deliver news, information and entertainment in as many countries as possible across the world. With this endeavor, YuppTV has been able to accomplish its goal of being one of the world’s fastest growing OTT content players.

Commenting on this launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV, said “The launch of DW channel adds incredible value to the customer viewing experience. Our viewers in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan will now have access to reliable international news from a channel that is trusted for its veracity and unbiased coverage. It’s a welcome addition to YuppTV catalogue and the association aligns with the German broadcaster’s growth plan in South Asia.”

According to a spokesperson from DW “We have already seen a major shift in the television industry over the past couple of years towards increased viewer engagement and attention. While attention spans switch to the second screen, it will also be important to create a seamless viewer experience that goes from television to mobile to PC and back again. Therefore we are very happy with this new cooperation as it strengthens our course of future development in Asia.”

About DW

Deutsche Welle (DW) is Germany's international broadcaster and a trusted source for reliable, unbiased news and information. DW delivers the latest insights and analysis of the issues that are moving the world with regional television lineups and radio and online content available in 30 different languages. With news, features and documentaries covering everything from business, science and politics to arts, culture and sports, we bring people closer to what matters most.

Mumbai, December 23, 2015 YuppTV, the world’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, has launched YuppTV Bazaar, a marketplace for high-quality video content. YuppTV Bazaar was launched by the Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Vidyasagar Rao and popular Bollywood Actor, Mr. Abhishek Bachchan on December 23 at JW Marriott in Juhu, Mumbai. With the launch of YuppTV Bazaar, YuppTV will now host curated premium video content across various genres such as Education, Short Films, Web Series, Movie Trailers and more.

The move will be music to the ears of independent video content creators, who often find it tough to monetize and market their premium content through traditional video-sharing portals, satellite and DTH platforms. Through assured quality supervision and a large native user base, YuppTV Bazaar will allow these entrepreneurs to showcase their high-quality videos on a trusted platform and reach out to an audience ranging in millions across the world through devices such as Smart TVs, smart phones, tablets & PCs.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, commented, “With the proliferation of unregulated video content on the digital platform, content monetization and visibility is a prime concern for premium video content creators who often find their content being lost in a deluge of casual user-generated content. YuppTV Bazaar is being launched as a solution that will overcome the traditional roadblocks associated with free-for-all video sharing platforms. We are confident that this development will be a major success and will empower content developers with the perfect medium to share and monetize their offerings.”

Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Vidyasagar Rao, added, “In today’s digital age, with technology having changed the way many industries operate today, YuppTV’s launch of its premium video content platform YuppTV Bazaar comes as a very welcome move. By providing a medium to independent creative content creators for showcasing their works, YuppTV has taken the spirit of entrepreneurship to a new level. I support the initiative wholeheartedly and wish YuppTV and YuppTV Bazaar all success.”

Mr. Abhishek Bachchan, the renowned actor, who embraced the YuppTV Bazaar Launch event, added, "India, at the moment, is brimming with talent looking for an outlet for their creativity. The launch of YuppTV Bazaar from YuppTV is a welcome move that will provide the Indie moviemakers with a trusted and curated platform for showcasing their talent."

Since its India launch in October 2015, YuppTV has been creating ripples across the digital entertainment industry owing to its unique approach and extensive network. Today, YuppTV is the world’s largest internet TV and video on demand (VOD) streaming provider with more than 5 million mobile app downloads and an audience base reaching 400+ million households through Smart TVs. It is also the 2nd most popular app in Google Play Store and the most popular TV app on LG and Samsung Smart TVs in India.

Chennai, December 2nd, 2015 In a move that will delight Indian movie buffs the world over, YuppTV, the World’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content, recently launched its on-demand movie streaming service YuppFlix. Backed by its extensive library of more than 5000+ movies in 12 languages, YuppFlix will offer its users on-the-go entertainment across genres like Comedy, Thriller, Romance, Action, Drama, Devotional & more. Users will never miss another movie from the Thalaiva Rajnikanth or the smashing Joseph Vijay ‘Anna’!

Keeping in line with its global promise, the latest offering by YuppTV caters to the varied entertainment demands of the Indian Diaspora across the world. YuppFlix will keep its users up to date with all the latest blockbusters by providing instant movie updates through ad campaigns & push notifications, internet premiers of upcoming movies and blockbusters made available.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO, YuppTV, said, “The Indian expat communities living overseas have limited access to legal regional movie content. Having established YuppTV as the digital destination for over-the-top Indian content, we felt the time was right for us to launch YuppFlix as the premier on-demand digital movie solution for Indian expats. With our extensive database of movies in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Punjabi and Kannada, we are confident of delivering high-quality digital movie solutions for our users across the globe.”

YuppFlix currently has the biggest catalogue in the industry with over 25000 hours of on-demand content accessible with a subscription and an internet connection. With the catalogue refreshed every week and new entertainment content added daily to YuppFlix’s library, Indian entertainment fans will now be able access their favorite movies anytime, anywhere at the click of a button.

Hyderabad, November 19, 2015 Hyderabad, November 19, 2015: Focused on providing comprehensive content that includes top-quality international news to subscribers in many key markets around the world (except for USA), YuppTV today announced the launch of the globally recognized ‘Al Jazeera’ news channel on their platform.

With this launch, YuppTV has added another news services provider to its bouquet of offerings and once again demonstrated leadership by launching a premium channel across the globe. Al Jazeera English gives its viewers a unique global perspective. Its independent and award-winning news, current affairs, documentaries and live debates are seen in six continents and over 140 countries.

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “We are thrilled to launch Al Jazeera English for consumers across the world today (except for the USA). Al Jazeera English is a fresh voice in international news and we believe the channel will offer pioneering news viewing experience to people. We take this opportunity to warmly welcome Al Jazeera to the YuppTV family and strongly believe our viewers will benefit from this launch immensely.”

Abdulla Al Najjar, Executive Director of Marketing and Distribution at Al Jazeera Media Network said:“The mission of Al Jazeera is to deliver captivating content which tells the human story; we are therefore naturally excited to partner with YuppTV, which is one of the leading over-the-top content players. Al Jazeera English offers audiences, on a variety of platforms, an unparalleled look at the world and shines a light on under-reported regions which are rarely covered by other international news channels. We trust this will mark the beginning of a new and exciting international partnership.”

About Al Jazeera

Launched in 1996, Al Jazeera Arabic was the first independent news channel in the Arab world dedicated to providing comprehensive news, and live debate. Known as the Al Jazeera Media Network, today, the organization broadcasts to 310 million unique homes every day. Al Jazeera English followed in the footsteps of Al Jazeera Arabic in 2006, and is the first English-language news channel to broadcast around the world from the Middle East. From the headquarters to the broadcast centres, and at more than 70 bureaus around the world, the Al Jazeera Media Network strives to deliver content that captivates, informs, inspires and entertains.
Visit Al Jazeera at: www.aljazeera.com

Hyderabad, November 12th, 2015 YuppTV has announced it will be carrying the BBC’s international commercial new channel BBC World News. In the deal signed between YuppTV and BBC, YuppTV will now be offering BBC World News – the BBC’s international 24 Hr English language news channel, to its Indian audiences.

YuppTV the World’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content has 200+ Channels in 13 languages, more than 5000 Movies and hundreds of TV Shows at the click of a button. Apart from the Live TV experience, YuppTV offers Catch-Up TV feature whereby viewers can watch TV content from past 7 days and never miss their favorite Shows.

Speaking about the deal Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO, YuppTV said. “With BBC World News becoming available on YuppTV, our viewers in India will now have instant access to an endless source of information, knowledge and updates of happenings around the world from a channel that is unparalleled in analysis, unbiased views and insights in news coverage. YuppTV is constantly geared to satisfy and exceed the expectations of our viewers and we have taken a giant stride in the right direction” .

About BBC World News

BBC World News and BBC.com, the BBC's commercially funded international 24-hour English news platforms, are owned and operated by BBC Global News Ltd. BBC World News television is available in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide, and over 397 million households and 1.8 million hotel rooms. The channel's content is also available on 178 cruise ships, 53 airlines and 23 mobile phone networks. BBC.com offers up-to-the minute international news and in-depth analysis for PCs, tablets and mobile devices to more than 85 million unique browsers each month.

Hyderabad, 5thNovember, 2015 YuppTV an internet based TV streaming service provider, is set to launch its first original production with a web series, starring Cricket Legend Brian Lara, on 6th November, 2015. The web series is titled “Brian Lara is NOT OUT!” and will exclusively be shown in five episodes only on YuppTV. Mr. Uday Reddy - Founder and CEO of YuppTV is the debutant Producer of this series along with Mr. Madhura Sreedhar Reddy.

The story of web series -“Brian Lara is NOT OUT!” is based on God of Cricket Sachin Tendulkar, inviting Brian Lara to play in three- match All Stars Cricket 2015 series to be held in November 2015. All Stars Cricket 2015 is a platform for all legendary players to play their favorite game again after retirement on American soil. The two Teams to play are Sachin’s Blasters and Warne’s Warriors.

The exciting script revolves round Lara’s personal Life, his passion for Cricket, his tips on cricket for aspirants, more sneak peek into the real Brian Lara and on how he prepares himself physically, mentally and emotionally to play again at 46 in the All Star Matches. This web series can be watched from anywhere in the world on any internet connected devices like Smart TVs, android and iOS smartphones and tablets, gaming consoles, Blu-ray Players etc. via YuppTV app. The 5-episode Brian Lara web series is available on subscription basis. The process to subscribe is seamless through varied online payment options.

YuppTV the World’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content has 200+ Channels in 13 languages, more than 5000 Movies and hundreds of TV Shows at the click of a button. Apart from the Live TV experience, YuppTV offers Catch-Up TV feature whereby viewers can watch TV content from past 7 days and never miss their favourite Shows.

Mr Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO of YuppTV said, “Brian Lara web series is a major step for YuppTV towards providing access to high quality content to all its viewers over numerous internet connected devices using YuppTV app. We are excited to launch this original content with a passionate sportsman – Brian Lara. The first original content, the sports connect, the debutant Producer opportunity; adds more feathers to YuppTV”.

Brian Lara quotes, “I am excited to play again, I am more excited to see that people love me even more than before. I am overwhelmed to see the huge response for Not Out’s curtain raiser. I thank YuppTV and Uday for this great endeavour”.

Madhura Sreedhar Reddy says "Brian Lara was inspiration to all the cricket lovers across the world. But, it’s great to see him inspiring even at the age of 46 years. We are very happy to make this Video series with Brian to inspire all the passionate sports lovers!"

About YuppTV
YuppTV is one of the world’s leading Over-the-top (OTT) content providers for South Asian Content. YuppTV was founded in 2006, with headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and has branch offices in the USA and India. YuppTV started with two channels and has grown to deliver more than 200+ TV Channels today. YuppTV is accessible on more than 25 internet enabled - Connected TVs, Internet STBs, Smart Blu-ray players, PCs, Smart Phones and Tablets.

For more information visit www.yupptv.com and subscribe to watch Brian Lara is NOT OUT!

Watch the Curtain Raiser - www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGVGTv5eAa4

Watch Teaser - www.youtube.com/watch?v=PceqfhAYuLc

Mumbai, October 27, 2015: YuppTV and Turner International India Private Limited today announced their partnership to offer Turner’s globally renowned channels, CNN International, Cartoon Network and POGO in India on YuppTV in India, the unrivalled global leader in providing converged OTT (over the top) live TV and Video on Demand (VOD) services.

Under this partnership, CNN International, the number one international TV news channel, is available live to YuppTV viewers with the latest news bulletins from across the globe and the best of features content through award winning programs including CNN Newsroom, Connect the World, International Desk, World Business Today, Amanpour, Business Traveller, Talk Asia and Culinary Journeys.

YuppTV subscribers now also enjoy the best original productions from India’s leading kids’ channels, Cartoon Network and POGO. Cartoon Network, the global leader in kids’ entertainment and home to the best animated content in the world, now offers a 4-hour programming block on YuppTV with popular shows such as Ben 10, Johnny Bravo, Adventure Time, Dexter’s Laboratory and many more. POGO, India’s most successful home-grown channel, provides a 2-hour programming block on YuppTV of its popular shows such as M.A.D. (Music Art Dance), C.I.A. (Cambala Investigation Agency), Sunaina and F.A.Q.

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “The partnership with Turner and launch of the three popular channels on YuppTV takes us to a new level in providing highest satisfaction to our viewers in India and now, even adding to the delight of the younger generation. The kids’ channels Pogo and Cartoon Network in Hindi will reach out to an unimaginably wider audience than ever before. Launching CNN International on YuppTV is indeed a matter of pride. Our endeavour is to keep our viewers in India and across the globe, entertained, informed and thrilled; and our commitment to technology and innovation is always directed towards achieving this goal.”

Talking about the launch, Siddharth Jain, Managing Director, Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. said, “Turner has been the frontrunner in embracing content delivery innovations and we ensure that our popular brands are available wherever and whenever the consumer chooses to be entertained. We are happy to partner with YuppTV offering our world-class content to a wider audience in India.”

About YuppTV
YuppTV is one of the largest internet TV providers with its headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and having branch offices in the USA and India. YuppTV delivers more than 200+ TV Channels worldwide, as live TV, Catch-up TV along with movies. The mission of the company is to make it simple and instant for Broadcasters to deliver content anytime and anywhere in the world to any internet enabled device.

About Turner International India
Turner International India Pvt. Ltd. is the arm of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. (a division of Time Warner) that creates and manages the sales, distribution, marketing of Turner's news and entertainment brands in India and the South Asia region including CNN International, Cartoon Network, POGO, Toonami, HBO and WB. The company also manages distribution for HBO Defined and HBO Hits in India.

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YuppTV is one of the- the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content players for South Asian Content, YuppTV is proud to announce the launch of its app with 200+ Live linear cable networks, 10 days of Catch-up TV and 5,000 Bollywood movie titles on the new Windows 10 Platform. The YuppTv app is free to download from the Win 10 store and will be available globally on PCs and Tablets with Windows 10.

The YuppTv App on Win 10 has a simple interface and is user friendly, making it easy to navigate by all age groups. With this App, users of Windows on PCs and Tablets can access YuppTVs incredibly vast offering of South Asian Content. They can view 200+ channels in 13 South Asian languages available worldwide, as Live TV, 10 days of revolutionary Catch-up TV and unlimited movies in different genres. The technologically advanced App with multi-bit rate feeds enables it to work well on virtually any broadband connection. YuppTV app will soon be coming up with the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) feature which will allow the user to push the feed to TV or other devices that support DLNA.

Speaking about the availability of YuppTv App on the new Windows 10 platform, Mr Uday Reddy said “ The YuppTv App now available on Windows 10 Platform, opens up a whole new segment of viewership, utilizing the latest new technology and features to deliver content to our viewers in important markets like India and US. In line with our mission, we continue to upgrade our technology and expand our distribution to give a world class viewing experience to our subscribers, on the device they want, anywhere in the world.”

About YuppTV

YuppTV is one of the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content, live TV, Catch-up TV, and Movie Solutions. The six-year-old company is one of the largest internet TV providers with its headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and having branch offices in the USA and India. YuppTV delivers more than 200+ TV Channels, Movies, and a lot more to the six screens for Video content consumption i.e. Connected TVs, Internet STBs, Smart Blu-ray players, Game Consoles, PCs, Smart Phones and Tablets

YuppTV an internet based TV streaming service provider, launched its service in India on 14th October, at Taj Krishna Hyderabad under the auspices of Shri K T Rama Rao, Hon’ble Minister of Panchayat Raj and IT, Government of Telangana, in the presence of Cricket Legend Mr. Brian Lara and popular Bollywood actress Ms. Parineeti Chopra.

YuppTV the World’s largest Over-The-Top (OTT) provider for Indian content enters the Indian market with 200+ Channels in 12 languages. Apart from the Live TV experience that viewers get, YuppTV offers Catch-Up TV technology for the first time in India whereby viewers can watch TV content from past 7 days and never miss their favourite Shows.

Viewers will also have access to more than 5000 Movies and hundreds of TV Shows on their TV at the click of a button. As part of the Video-On-Demand (VOD) service, YuppTV has over 25,000 hours of video content in its catalogue and 2500 hours more is added every day.

YuppTV brings some unique features to India that enhances TV viewing experience. For the first time in the industry, real time recommendations are provided to the viewers on most trending Live TV Channels using advanced analytics. YuppTV introduces Timeshift technology that enables broadcasters to provide viewers capability to pause and rewind live TV for upto 2 hours. If viewers are late for a TV Show, they can watch the same from beginning using this Start Over feature.

YuppTV service is accessible on multiple internet enabled devices – Smart TVs, Smart phones, Tablets and also on the Web. YuppTV app can be downloaded on any Android & iOS devices and has a potential to reach more than 200 million smartphone users. YuppTV app is already available on majorityof Smart TVs in India, Inspite of limited High Speed Internet infrastructure in India, YuppTV promises to provide bufferless TV viewing experience using adaptive bit rate Technology to viewers even on 2G connections.

Addressing the audience at the launch Mr Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO of YuppTV said, “Our vision is to liberate entertainment, to make TV accessible to all, with a rich video viewing experience. We are breaking stereotypes, disrupting the market with OTT Technology, providing easy access to unlimited content over public internet.” Further emphasizing the benefits of OTT Technology Mr. Uday Reddy added, “YuppTV service will be a one-stop shop for all entertainment. A new way to TV is here and it will revolutionize the way Television is watched by giving the control to the user to watch TV at his convenience.”

Speaking at the event, Hon’ble Panchayat Raj and IT Minister of Telangana, Shri KT Rama Rao, encouraged OTT player YuppTV for their launch in India. He said, “It is a privilege to support YuppTV, a company whose 97% employee base operates from Hyderabad made to Top 100 companies of North America, getting a Red Herring award in 2015. Launch of YuppTV OTT services is in line with our vision to foster growth of Digital India. Over the past few years Technology has been changing lives and YuppTV service is one of those innovations fuelling this change.”

Brian Lara left the audience spellbound at YuppTV India Launch event, with his aura. He said, “I feel excited to be part of YuppTV’s Launch in India. I have been associated with YuppTV in Trinidad too, along with their Technology partner TSTT. With just one touch of entertainment, YuppTV is providing a phenomenal change in Trinidad with high quality internet TV service and I hope to see the same in India.”

Popular Bollywood Actress, Parineeti Chopra made a glamorous entry at the YuppTV India Launch event. She said, “I like to listen to music and have other entertainment the whole day. When I am travelling abroad, YuppTV app is just a click away, providing me all that Bollywood news and latest feeds I want. Finally I can look forward to experience the same in India! Glad to have been part of this launch.”

About YuppTV

YuppTV is one of the world’s leading Over-the-top (OTT) content providers for South Asian Content. YuppTV was founded in 2006, with headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and has branch offices in the USA and India. YuppTV started with two channels and has grown to deliver more than 200+ TV Channels today. YuppTV is accessible on more than 25 internet enabled - Connected TVs, Internet STBs, Smart Blu-ray players, PCs, Smart Phones and Tablets.

For more information visit http://www.yupptv.in

YuppTV, a world leader in delivering over-the-top (OTT) South Asian Content, live TV, video on demand, and on-demand Movie Solutions, announced that it has won the coveted Red Herring Top 100 North America Award. Red Herring annually honors the most promising private technology companies that are positioned to become market leaders within their respective sectors. YuppTV was selected from among hundreds of technology/life science companies in North America and the only company to be awarded in the entertainment & media sector.

The Red Herring Top 100 award is widely recognized as one of the industry's more prestigious recognitions, with hundreds of candidates from each continent competing for a Top 100 spot. Since 1996, Red Herring 100 lists have been valued by technology industry executives, investors, and strategists as an instrument for discovering and advocating the most promising private ventures from around the world. Some of the previous notable winners include Google, Facebook, Twitter, Skype and eBay

As part of the rigorous three step vetting process, the Red Herring editorial team analyzes approximately 1,200 cutting edge companies, only awarding those organizations that not just meet – but surpassed – their criteria for success.

"In 2015, selecting the top achievers was by no means a small feat," said Alex Vieux, publisher and CEO of Red Herring. "In fact, we had the toughest time in years because so many entrepreneurs had crossed significant milestones so early. But after much thought, rigorous contemplation and discussion, we narrowed our list down from hundreds of candidates from across North America to the North America winners. We believe YuppTV embodies the vision, drive and innovation that define a successful entrepreneurial venture. YuppTV should be proud of its accomplishment, as the competition was very strong."

YuppTV's selection for the award among key players in an intensely competitive industry was based on high scores achieved in levels of specialty, social contribution, international foot print, growth rate, technological advantage, team quality and experience as well as exemplary performance, on all other counts.

"It is an honor to be recognized by Red Herring from among some of the best ventures in the industry." said Udaynandan Reddy, CEO of YuppTV. "With continued focus on customer needs and end-user experience, innovation and technology to deliver live and video on demand content globally, we look forward to even greater success in the future."

YuppTV today extended its reach to yet another leading American television brand by announcing the launch of its application with VIZIO, the Smart TV company in the U.S. 1 VIZIO Smart TVs through the VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® platform, offering a world class broadcast experience with extensive range of options of viewing South Asian content to television viewers.

This is an initiative taken by YuppTV as part of its continued endeavor to reach out to consumers across the world. At the touch of a button, the most comprehensive South Asian content, which has enabled YuppTV to grow into the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player, will now be available to viewers using VIZIO Smart TVs.

With the launch of YuppTV app on VIZIO Smart TVs, viewers can benefit from 200+ channels in 12 South Asian languages available worldwide, as Live TV, and ten days of Catch-up TV and unlimited movies in different genres from leading production houses make this an unbeatable offering for viewers connected to South Asia. YuppTV application on VIZIO Smart TVs will be available for customers in U.S., Canada & Mexico region.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, "We're glad to add yet another leading television manufacturer to our list of choices for the benefit of consumers. VIZIO Smart TV's products are well-recognized in the market and we are confident the launch will give our customers many reasons to rejoice as they enjoy the entertainment they love."

John Schindler, Vice President of Product Management, VIZIO said, "VIZIO is excited to offer YuppTV on its Smart TV platform, VIZIO Internet Apps Plus. For VIZIO consumers looking to stream South Asian content, YuppTV is a great fit and adds yet another entertainment option to VIZIO's already robust app collection."

The mission of YuppTV is to make it simple and instant for consumers to enjoy their favorite entertainment options on any device at anytime and anywhere in the world. With this launch on VIZIO Smart TV, YuppTV has enabled content providers to reach a growing customer base.

YuppTV today announced the launch of its application on Microsoft's XBOX360. YuppTV offers a world-class viewing experience with an extensive range of channels and unlimited Movies, Live TV, 10 days of Catch-up TV and TV shows available in 11 South-Asian languages. Launch of the YuppTV Application on XBOX 360 is part of its dynamic growth, uncompromising commitment and endeavor to reach out to television viewers across the globe. Its unparalleled offering of channels and vast collection of movies has enabled YuppTV to grow into the world's leading over-the-top (OTT) content provider. YuppTV application which will now be available to viewers using XBOX 360, is poised to offer a global audience, the best value in entertainment.

YuppTV's launch on XBOX 360 marks another milestone of achievement for the 8 year old company. Its tie up with Microsoft is win-win collaboration for both the organizations. Microsoft’s globally acclaimed product Xbox 360 is a home video game console. The Xbox 360 features an online service, Xbox Live, which allows users to: play games online; download games and game demos; purchase and stream music, television programs, and films through the Xbox Music and Xbox Video portals; and access third-party content services through media streaming application.

Current and new customers of YuppTV can download the app for FREE from the XBOX360 marketplace. New customers can subscribe online atd "http://www.yupptv.com" and authorize their XBOX 360 to view their favourite YuppTV channels.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO of YuppTV said, "It is indeed a landmark moment when the YuppTV application becomes available to over 84 million XBOX360s, I consider it a giant leap forward, for broadcasters, content providers and viewers alike; and we are just getting started in our relationship with Microsoft. Consumers will now have yet another device and mode of access to their favorite channels at their convenience and can now take delight in an incredible viewing experience with an array of innovative features."

The mission of YuppTV is to make it simple and instant for consumers to enjoy their favorite entertainment options on any device at anytime and anywhere in the world. With this launch on XBOX 360, YuppTV has enabled content providers to reach a growing customer base.

Following its trailblazing track record of 'Firsts' in the world of digital TV viewership, YuppTV, the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content, live TV, Catch-up TV, and on-demand Movie Solutions, announces the first day digital release of Tamil movie 'JK Enum Nanbanin Vaazhkai' for YuppTV customers worldwide.

YuppTV customers who have made a purchase on YuppTV can get the YuppMovies package as an add-on.

The movie which is all set to be a chartbuster , coming from the very successful Director Cheran, under the Banner of 'Dream Theatres' has an impressive cast with the popular and fresh new talent , Sharwanand as the protagonist and Nitya Menon in the female lead. The movie will be simultaneously released internationally today and will be available to customers at the same time. A poignant film with an intuitive and highly interesting perspective on today’s modern life, especially of the younger generation, it is a script of life’s surprises, uncertainty and meaningful experiences. The film has stalwarts like Prakash Raj in a key role and Santhanam and Kitty in supporting roles.

Commenting on the release of 'JK Enum Nanbanin Vaazhkai' for YuppTV customers worldwide, Mr.Cheran, chairman C2H said, "Yupptv caters to a huge south Indian audience through their various apps across the globe .we C2H are happy to be associated with them in providing the best cinema for their viewers across the globe "

"YuppTV has always been very proactive in embracing new technology and new initiatives .Its indeed happy moment for us to partner with them said Mr.S.Swaminathan, Director -Digital Media of C2H."

YuppTV - the world's leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content and Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT) - a full telecommunications service provider, have signed an agreement to deliver OTT Bollywood Content to subscribers in Trinidad & Tobago. Through the partnership, YuppTV will provide a full technology solution to TSTT to bring premier Bollywood content to the people of Trinidad & Tobago.

VinoodRadgeCoomar, Executive Vice President Residential Services & Delivery at TSTT, said, "With this milestone, TSTT has taken a great leap forward towards our ultimate aim: to make high-quality entertainment to as many people as possible. Partnership with YuppTV will provide to people of Trinidad & Tobago premier Bollywood content anytime anywhere. We are very proud of this achievement".

Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO YuppTV said, "We are thrilled to take YuppTV to Trinidad & Tobago through this unique partnership with TSTT and look forward to offering a host of pioneering and innovative OTT services to TSTT and the people of this historic sovereign state. The partnership is an exciting development for us at YuppTV and we thank TSTT for placing their faith in us."

Uday Reddy founded YuppTV in 2006 with a dream to create a company that converges technologies in providing a virtual home based access to Entertainment, Information and Communication anytime, anywhere, across the globe. The company’s mission is to make it simple and instant for broadcasters to deliver live TV and VOD anytime and anywhere in the world to any internet-enabled device.YuppTV also presents itself as a reliable, resilient and scalable platform for broadcasters and content providers to reach target audiences globally. This enables broadcasters to focus on content creation without worrying about the technical aspects of broadcasting.

TSTT's OTT service will be unique where subscribers can watch premium Bollywood channels live as well as 7-day Catchup on multiple devices with a single subscription.

About TSTT :

Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (TSTT) is the largest telephone and Internet service provider in Trinidad and Tobago. The company, which is jointly owned by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and Cable & Wireless, was formed out of a merger of Telco (Trinidad and Tobago Telephone Company Limited) and Textel (Trinidad and Tobago External Telecommunications Company Limited). Visit http://www.tstt.co.tt for further information about TSTT.

Telesur, a full telecommunications service provider for the South American nation of Suriname, and YuppTV, the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content, have signed an agreement to deliver OTT internet television services in Suriname. Through the partnership, YuppTV will provide a full turnkey technology solution to Telesur that will aggregate existing local, Dutch and foreign content from various ethnicities and also bring premier Bollywood content to the people of Suriname.

Mr. Dirk Currie, CEO Telesur said, "With this partnership with YuppTV, the company will be able to deliver TV entertainment to larger audiences in Suriname anytime, anywhere over multiple devices like Samsung TVs, android and iOS devices, and supported set-top-boxes."

Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO YuppTV said, "We are thrilled to take YuppTV to Suriname through this unique partnership with Telesur and look forward to offering a host of pioneering and innovative OTT services to Telesur and the people of this historic sovereign state. The partnership is an exciting development for us at YuppTV and we thank Telesur, Suriname for placing their faith in us."

Uday Reddy founded YuppTV in 2006 with a dream to create a company that converges technologies in providing a virtual home based access to Entertainment, Information and Communication anytime, anywhere, across the globe. The company’s mission is to make it simple and instant for broadcasters to deliver live TV and VOD anytime and anywhere in the world to any internet-enabled device. YuppTV also presents itself as a reliable, resilient and scalable platform for broadcasters and content providers to reach target audiences globally. This enables broadcasters to focus on content creation without worrying about the technical aspects of broadcasting.

Telesur's Internet TV service will be unique where subscribers can watch local, Dutch, foreign and Bollywood channels live as well as 10-day Catchup on multiple devices with a single subscription.

About Telesur :

Telesur is a government owned full telecommunication company, founded in 1981. The Telesur mission statement is to facilitate communication through innovative market-based solutions. For more information, visit http://www.telesur.sr.

Focusing on providing premium content to subscribers and expanding its network in markets around the world, YuppTV, one of the world's largest subscription based internet TV Provider, today announced the launch of leading Indian television channels Sony Entertainment Television (SET), Sony Max and Sony SAB, in the markets of Singapore and Malaysia. This leading Sony MSM Network of channels will be available in Singapore and Malaysia that have one of the largest overseas Indian populations.

The channels deliver a variety of choices for all segments of the audience, including prime time drama series, television movies, theatrical films, specials and daytime dramas. Sony features path-breaking shows like CID, Crime Patrol, Adaalat and Bharat Ka Veer Putra Maharana Pratap, which are extremely popular. Sony MAX is India's premium Hindi movies and special events channel that telecasts 'Sunday Housefull', 'Ab Tak Bachchan', 'Maha Movie' IPL and Extraaa Innings. As a family comedy entertainment channel, SAB TV is a one of its kind Hindi general entertainment channel that focusing on entertaining, with a line-up of comedy programs. The channel airs a mix that includes Baalveer, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasmah, Chidiya Ghar, FIR the latest inclusion: Peterson Hill and Yam Hai Hum!

With this move, YuppTV's offering has become stronger in the Singapore and Malaysia region. As one of the largest internet TV providers of South Asian Content, YuppTV delivers 200+ Indian TV channels worldwide in 12 Indian languages, as Live TV, and 10 days of revolutionary Catch-up TV, along with unlimited Movies from various production houses. Languages in Singapore and Malaysia region include Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Gujarati and Kannada.

"Meeting the high demand for Indian television offerings, we are pleased to take three of India's most popular channels to the TV viewers in Singapore and Malaysia. We are confident that the Indian Diaspora will be delighted to watch their favourite shows on Sony Entertainment Television, Sony Max and Sony SAB. The Premium content that YuppTV is offering to the viewers across the world continues to grow and expand its scope as we add leading channels to our catalogue. This launch we trust will be the source of much pleasure to viewers across Singapore and Malaysia," said Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV.

Mr. Neeraj Arora, EVP and International Head, MSM Asia Ltd, said, "With an aim to offer the finest entertainment to viewers in markets across the world, we are excited to extend our partnership with YuppTV to offer SET, Sony Max and Sony SAB to subscribers in Singapore and Malaysia. We trust that viewers of South Asian content will enjoy the channels' wide variety of offerings, innovative programs and light-hearted content dedicated to promoting an enjoyable 'family-viewing' experience."

YuppTV today announced the launch of IBN7 in Malaysia region. IBN7 India’s leading Hindi news channels with over 2200 reporters across the country provides extensive coverage which no other network can match. IBN7 is led by some of the most credible faces of TV journalism that include Sumit Awasthi, Richa Anirudh, Akash Soni and the channel’s present team of young and credible journalists and reporters.

IBN7 is a part of Network18, India’s largest pure play media conglomerate.

As part of its continuous endeavor to provide TV viewers across the world with their favorite Indian TV soaps and serials, YuppTV today announced the launch of popular channel: ‘Zee TV’ for the Singapore region. The leading General Entertainment Channel will be available in Hindi in Singapore, known to have one of the largest overseas Indian populations.

Zee TV is the flagship channel of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. Zee TVs programming delivers a variety of choices for all segments of the audience, including prime time drama series, television movies, theatrical films, specials and daytime dramas. With path breaking shows like Hasne aur Hasane Ka Tonic Ladies Special, Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya hi Kijo, Aapki Antara, Pavitra Rishta, Shree, Maayka, Ghar ki Lakshmi Betiyann, Dance India Dance, and India's Best Dramebaaz, the channel has established icons such as Laali, Archana, Antara, Lakshmi and Saraswati to name a few.

With this move, YuppTV’s offering have become much stronger in Singapore region, delivering 200+ Indian TV Channels worldwide in 12 Indian languages, as Live TV, and 10 days of revolutionary Catch-up TV, along with unlimited Movies from various production houses. Languages in Singapore region include Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Gujarati and Kannada.

"Meeting the high demand for Indian television in Singapore, we are pleased to take Zee TV, one of India’s most popular channels to multitudes of TV viewers in the Singapore region. We are confident that the Indian Diaspora in Singapore will be delighted to watch their favourite shows on Zee TV in the comfort of their home," said Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV.

Mr Sushruta Samanta, Business Head – Asia Pacific, International Business said, "With an aim to offer the finest entertainment to viewers in Singapore, we are excited to extend our partnership with YuppTV to offer Zee TV to subscribers in Singapore. We trust that viewers of South Asian content will enjoy the channels' wide variety of offerings, created for different viewing segments".

YuppTV today announced the appointment of Damon S Johnson, Senior Vice President – Business Development,. As part of his new role, Damon will - lead the development of distribution partnerships and explore, and build new content and entertainment options for the burgeoning over-the-top (OTT) internet TV market.

Damon Johnson brings with him over two decades of valuable industry experience having worked in the industry’s leading organizations as an executive responsible for building digital businesses. His passion is found at the intersection where great storytelling meets content delivery; how and when consumers want it.

Most recently, Damon Johnson was at PlayStation where he led Sony's efforts to build an OTT entertainment platform. As an early believer in OTT, he joined PlayStation to establish the Media and Entertainment group where he successfully led a team that negotiated with Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Redbox Instant by Verizon, HBOGO, EPIX, Disney, ESPN, DirecTV, DISH, NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL to build the industry’s leading OTT platform on PS4, PS3, VITA and VITA TV. Prior to PlayStation, he was responsible for building the digital media division for Fox Sports in Latin America.

"I am delighted to accept the appointment of Senior Vice President –Business Development at YuppTV, an organization that has built the world’s leading OTT service with 200 channels of Live television and thousands of hours of On-Demand content for South Asian language audiences. YuppTV’s live linear and On-Demand technology is a disruptive force and I look forward to increasing industry awareness and bringing new content to new audiences", said Damon Johnson.

Uday Reddy, Founder and CEO, YuppTV said, "At YuppTV we have built the Number One South Asian language subscription service delivered via the internet, mobile phones and now connected TV devices (OTT). In order to further this growth and open new markets, we have brought Damon Johnson on board to lead our distribution partnership development and leverage our industry-leading OTT platform to explore and build new content and entertainment options. We are pleased to have someone who brings years of experience, hands on approach, and creativity, to the team. We welcome Johnson to the YuppTV family".

As part of its continued endeavor to reach out to television viewers across the globe, YuppTV today announced the launch of its application that offers a world class viewing experience with extensive range of channels & unlimited Movies, on Sharp Smart Central TV. At the touch of a button, the most comprehensive South Asian content, which has enabled YuppTV to grow into the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player, will now be available to viewers using Sharp Smart Central TV. The Sharp Smart Central TV’s are available in 60” & 70” class screen size making TV viewing experience truly mesmerizing.

With the Launch of YuppTV app on Sharp Smart Central TV, viewers can benefit from 200+ channels in 11 Indian languages available worldwide, as Live TV, and 10 days of revolutionary Catch-up TV. Unlimited movies in different genres from leading production houses make this an unbeatable offering away from home. YuppTV app is available to download for FREE from Smart Central in Sharp TV. YuppTV application on Smart Central TV would be available for customers in US, Canada and Mexico Region.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “We are pleased to announce the launch of the exciting and innovative YuppTV application on “Sharp Smart Central TV” today and believe it is yet another pioneering development and a win-win situation for broadcasters, content providers and viewers alike. Consumers have yet another avenue to access their favorite channels at convenience and enjoy an enhanced viewing experience with a host of innovative features.”

The mission of YuppTV is to make it simple and instant for broadcasters to deliver entertainment anytime and anywhere in the world. With this launch on Sharp TV, YuppTV has enabled content providers to reach a larger customer base through another device and added another feather to its hat.

Reaching out to global viewers with its viewing experience and taking its ever-increasing array of channels to a greater segment of global audiences, YuppTV has launched its application on Amazon Fire TV.

Using the application, viewers using the Amazon Fire TV will now be able to take advantage of top South Asian Content that has enabled YuppTV to grow into the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player. Fire TV is tiny yet powerful set-top box from the e-commerce giant Amazon.

Viewers can now enjoy an enhanced experience with a host of features that make the launch a pioneering development and a win-win situation for broadcasters, content providers and viewers. Bid goodbye to restrictive cable or satellite technology and get empowered by a single subscription with multiple internet-enabled device use, 200+ of the most popular channels in 12 Indian languages, Live TV, and 10 days of revolutionary Catch-up TV. Additions such as unlimited Movies in varied genres from the biggest banners such as Eros International, UTV Movies, Shree International, Reliance Movies, and Maa Movies add to the features. YuppTV app is available to download for FREE in the entertainment category of the ‘Apps’ section in Fire TV.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “The launch of the YuppTV application on Amazon Fire TV is yet another effort to boost reach and enhance the viewing experience for YuppTV users thanks to a vast array of exciting and innovative features. Viewers will now have the pleasure of watching their favorite YuppTV Channels with the amazing features offered by Amazon Fire TV. We trust viewers will make the most of this enriching experience.”

The mission of YuppTV is to make it simple and instant for broadcasters to deliver entertainment anytime and anywhere in the world to any internet enabled device. With this launch on Amazon Fire TV, YuppTV has enabled content providers to reach a larger customer base through another device and added another feather to its hat of matchless offerings.

YuppTV has grown into the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content, live TV, Catch-up TV, and on-demand Movie Solutions. The six-year-old company is one of the largest internet TV providers with its headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and having branch offices in the USA and India. YuppTV delivers more than 200+ TV Channels, Movies, Live Events and a lot more to the six screens for Video content consumption i.e. Connected TVs, Internet STBs, Smart Blu-ray players, PCs, Smart Phones and Tablets. Visit us at: www.yupptv.com

YuppTV, the US-based over-the-top (OTT) content player that distributes TV channels through the Internet, will raise $20 million (Rs 120 crore) in the second round funding in the next three months. The company is in talks with the private equity players and it hopes to complete the process in three months.

Serial entrepreneur and founder of the testing tools firm AppLabs Sashi Reddi invested $2.5 million (about Rs. 16 crore) to pick 10 per cent in the firm, promoted by Uday Reddy. Prior to that, it got $5, 00,000 from family rounds to build the firm.

“We will use the proceeds from the second round to increase our customer base, with a focus in the Caribbean and Latin American countries. Part of the funds would also go to acquiring a niche player,” Uday told Business Line here.

With an Indian arm located in Hyderabad, the company conducts research in content distribution technologies. It employs 145 people

The firm, which mostly serves the Indian Diaspora in the US, first found the serious need for Indian television content while working in the Caribbean area for Nortel. With a subscribe base of about 80 lakhs including about one lakh paid users, the firm distributes about 200 channels in 12 Indian languages and English.

It made revenues of $10-11 million last year ended December 2013.

“Our technological solutions help you to access the content you missed to watch from our cloud storage. Our development team works on improving the content distribution platform and creation of apps (applications) that work on different mobile operating systems,” Uday said.

Media Player

The company has recently launched YuppTV Media Player that allows the users to switch from one gadget to another yet continue to watch the same programme.

Uday said there was a significant change in the customer preferences. “Watching TV is no longer a linear, top-down distribution of content. “Content distribution will become more and more driven by consumers,” he said.

As part of its constant endeavor to lead the market and offer top-notch content to viewers across the world, YuppTV today announced the launch of a host of popular channels of the prestigious Sun TV Network on YuppTV to millions of eager TV viewers in the UK and Europe Region.

Taking its mission of enabling worldwide accessibility to Indian and International TV channels on the internet, YuppTV will now offer the best of the network’s offerings in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada, for viewership in UK and across Europe. Tamil Channels of the Network, include Sun TV, K TV, Sun Music and Adithya TV. Telugu Channels, as part of the package will comprise of Gemini TV, Gemini Comedy and Gemini Movies. Malayalam Channels, which will be available across are Surya TV and Kiran TV. The Kannada channel, which can be viewed, is Udaya TV.

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “Sun TV Network is among Asia's largest and most liked television networks owning the most popular channels in the South of India. We are pleased that the channels will now offer the most excellent to Indian audiences in the UK and across Europe. The Sun TV Network adds strength to our increasing spectrum of channels and this launch is indeed the most awaited by the UK and Europe audiences. The premium content we are offering to the viewers across the world continues to grow and expand in its scope as we add leading channels to our repertoire. This launch, we trust, will be the source of much pleasure to viewers across these regions.”

Asia’s popular Sun TV Network, owns a variety of television channels and radio stations in multiple languages covering all Indian states. Its flagship channel is Sun TV, the first fully privately owned Tamil offering in India. Today, Sun TV Network broadcasts a range of shows including soap operas, game shows, movies, Comedy, newscasts, and entertainment programs. Many of its shows are super hits and it has earned a special place in homes and hearts of audiences.

Udaynandan Reddy had a good thing going. He had a steady well-paying job at Nortel and was looking ahead to earning a mid-career degree from the Kellogg’s School of Management. Instead, the day Reddy was to begin classes in Fall 2006, he consulted the person who had interviewed him there about a plan he had, and went off to set up his own company.

Reddy pulled all his savings, sold all his property in India, withdrew his 401K, importuned friends and family, and scraped together $3 million. All this to start an internet-based provider of Indian television content that relies primarily on subscriptions.

That would seem a darned fool thing to try but for the fact that what Reddy set up was YuppTV, now available on 22 devices and one of the top five downloaded apps on the Samsung Smart TV, which is no mean seller by itself. It helps that, unlike on television, people can watch programs for 10days after the show. All of it for more than 180 channels in 11 languages.

While working around companies that had signed exclusivity deals with mainstream Indian Television channels, YuppTV consolidates its position as a top provider of regional channels.

YuppTV, which among other things is sponsoring the ongoing tour of the United States by singer Shreya Ghoshal, also has a deal with ICICI Bank, which offers discounts to premium users of its money2india service. More importantly, last year YuppTV reported earnings of $11 million.

Sashi Reddi, the man who sold AppLabs to CSC for somewhere in the region of $300 million (the actual figures have not been revealed) has invested $2.5 million into YuppTV, thus earning himself a 10 percent stake in the company and a position on the board. Reddi became the first outside investor in the company. “Sashi Reddi is actively involved in advising from a board perspective, but I think he will be very involved in raising further capital,” Reddy says.

Reddy graduated from the Delhi College of Engineering in 1993 and joined Siemens at an opportune time since this was when digital telephone exchanges were first showing up in India. In two years Reddy joined Nortel, where he moved up from system engineering to product management, business development and sales.

As part of his job he whizzed through 50 countries, during which time he was based in Singapore, in the Caribbean, and in the US. He says everywhere he saw Indians who missed cultural content from home.

“Moving to Delhi itself, I lost touch with Telugu,” he says with a laugh. And those separated from India by space and time — sometimes by over a century — would be less able to connect with a culture.

In 2005, Reddy managed Nortel’s deployment of a key 3G eVideo network in Trinidad and Tobago (where 38 percent of the population is of Indian origin). That gave him the confidence to work on YuppTV, then called Global Takeoff.

There were multiple challenges to deal with, though. At one level, he had to convince media companies entrenched in a television-based culture to consider an online option, work past the exclusivity deals that Dish Network had cannily brokered earlier. It was not smooth sailing getting — and keeping — subscribers either.

“Initially, the biggest challenge was that the users didn’t have good broadband to see good-quality video. Lots of people didn’t have unlimited data plans. And, third, people still want to see TV in the living room,” Reddy says, adding that the company is making headway.

Though it attracts millions of visitors every month, YuppTV has under 100,000 subscribers. It has other problems to consider — the kind that dogs Netflix and YouTube, particularly the issue of Internet provides throttling high-bandwidth content. Reddy says that worries him, even though his customers have not complained yet.

“This technology is really dependent on the Internet,” he says. “Net neutrality (which says there can be no discrimination of content on any basis) is very important to us. Having said that… we could do a lot of partnerships with these big players.” ‘Partnerships’ mean making financial deals with Internet providers to avoid YuppTV content being throttled.

Reddy says the current 1.5 MB/s speed that is standard is sufficient for his service. Besides, YuppTV is looking forward to moving from the H.264 video codec to H.265, which, he says, could reduce bandwidth use by 30-40 percent.

“The amount of (bandwidth) our customers use is much, much higher than do Netflix (users) because people (subscribing to us) watch five hours a day,” he says “So far we’ve not seen customers complaining of streaming as an issue. But going forward, as people get 40 MB downlinks we are trying to make sure the experience is maintained, despite throttling.”

He adds that YuppTV is gambling that Internet providers will not throttle content all the time: “So we do a kind of adaptive bit rate streaming (where video quality is adjusted according to the bandwidth available).” Reddy says he has learned a lot about entrepreneurship since 2006.

“It takes a lot of passion, a lot of focus. (There’s a) a lot to be conservative about — (for example), not overspending your cash flows. These are some (lessons) I’ve learned the hard way. We used to operate from a basement in Atlanta. Even in India, we used to share an office,” he says. “Good thing I did not dilute (my equity) a lot while building this. You can take VC (venture capitalist) money, but nobody gives (anything) free, right? We’re in a very good situation, that way.”

Reddy’s future plans include making YuppTV the number one brand in the Indian expatriate market, and bringing over-the-top content to India in a big way, despite provider worries about piracy. For now though, Reddy is most happy that even rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad check the news on their mobile phones using YuppTV.

In its endeavor to make live TV reach viewers across the globe, YuppTV today touched greater heights by launching the most watched Malayalam Channels of Manorama News and Mazhavil Manorama for viewers worldwide as paid channels with the exception of Singapore.

Audiences worldwide especially from Kerala will now be able to enjoy Manorama's unbeatable news coverage as well as wide choice of entertainment programs on Mazhavil Manorama. This included reality shows, tele serials and dramas, movies, music and more, giving the Malayali community all over world an enduring connection with their beloved homeland.

Coming from the giants in Malayalam Media, Manorama News enjoys massive viewership and is one of the most widely watched and highest rated TV News Channels in Kerala. Mazhavil Manorama also has a vast fan following for its unrivaled entertainment and bringing highly popular programmes, television serials, reality shows, comedy shows, and Malayalam movies all in picture perfect clarity and High Definition telecasts.

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Anil George, CEO of MM TV said “watching our Channels going Live worldwide on YuppTV gives us unlimited mileage and the excitement and thrill of viewership by global audience. We are eager to reach out to Malayali communities across the world, with better news coverage and entertainment programmes, which will no doubt gives them utmost viewing pleasure and pride. YuppTV has yet again proved, its commitment, superiority and technological excellence in making it possible for hundreds of viewers of Indian TV channels to view from anywhere in the world. Kudos to YuppTV”

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “We are thrilled to launch Kerala’s leading and most watched Malayalam Channels of Manorama News and Mazhavil Manorama for TV viewers worldwide, giving audiences across the world access to the channels’ premium content. It is our constant endeavor to lead the market and offer top-notch Indian and international content to viewers across the world. We are sure Malayalam TV viewers across the world will make the most of this bonanza of entertainment.”

TV viewers in the United States will now have further reason to rejoice - YuppTV has outdone itself once again, by bringing the most popular and prestigious Telugu Channel ETV on YuppTV.

As a favorite channel of the Telugu diaspora in the US, it had an enormous fan following when available on YuppTV earlier. ETV is back again and is one of the most sought after paid channels included in the Telugu package offered to US customers by YuppTV. With ETV in the bouquet, YuppTV becomes the most dominant provider of Telugu content to the US region.

TV viewers in the United States can now have the benefit of watching ETV with its most comprehensive coverage on current affairs and its host of entertainment programmes. YuppTV has endeavored to bring this channel once again to US viewers, thus enabling them to opt for a comprehensive Telugu package that covers all the important Telugu channels being aired in India today. Now US viewers can stay completely updated, without feeling deprived of any key coverage, news bulletins or entertainment. It is one more step towards bringing the world onto one platform, another commendable move by a global leader, in proving their commitment to the customer.

Talking about the launch, Uday Reddy, CEO, YuppTV said, “By offering ETV, we have become the dominant provider of Telugu content in the US Region. It is for the benefit and pleasure of thousands of Telugu viewers in the US that we have gone this extra mile to bring ETV back on YuppTV. Our aim is to give viewers a 360-degree experience and we will not compromise on any front, to deliver on our promise. We are sure that TV viewers in the US will welcome this new launch with enthusiasm. We are happy to give them the channels of their choice and trust that they enjoy every viewing moment.”

A leader, pioneer and innovator, Yupp TV recently launched its very own streaming player. Using the compact and portable Wi-Fi enabled player, viewers will now be able to access more than 180 channels worldwide in 10+ languages apart from a library of unlimited movies. Content will be made available as Live TV, Catch-up TV, TV Shows, and movies in 1080p High Definition (HD) quality to subscribers, turning normal TVs to smart TVs. Bidding goodbye to commitments users can enjoy hassle-free services backed by easy registration and high quality 24/7 customer service.

YuppTV continues to be among the world’s leading Over-the-top (OTT) content players, delivering more than 180 Indian television channels worldwide in 11 languages that comprise Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bhojpuri, Oriya and Assamese to its viewers.

Focusing on providing International content to subscribers and expanding its network in markets around the world, YuppTV today announced the launch of Pakistan’s leading ARY television channels to subscribers. Channels ARY Digital, ARY News, ARY Musik and ARY QTV will now be available in homes, worldwide subject to territorial rights.

Credited with pioneering and setting standards in television programming in Pakistan, the ARY Network offers viewers a host of choices that meet the entertainment and information based needs of South Asians across the world.

The flagship and premium ARY Digital is among the group’s most watched channels, showcasing a wide variety of programs and shows that include dramas, comedy and soaps. Widely watched programs include Good Morning Pakistan and Jeeto Pakistan. Supported by a network of 500 strategically positioned correspondents all over Pakistan and around the world, ARY News is at the forefront of every breaking news story, offering comprehensive news coverage and updates every hour. The channel offers a wide range of extraordinary insights on topics ranging from politics, business and finance, money and stock market to fashion entertainment and weather updates.

ARY Musik is very popular among the youth and ARY QTV is popular among people of all ages and offering top quality programs to Urdu speaking viewers around the globe. Musik is an Urdu – English music channel featuring pop, rock, bhangra, classical and folk along with celebrity interviews, thematic and interactive live concerts and other exciting programs. QTV focuses on religion, producing programs based on the Ahle Sunnat Wal Jama'at school of thought in Ummah. Other shows telecast by this channel teachings, talk shows, music and poetry.

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “We are thrilled to launch Pakistan’s top television channels ARY Digital, ARY News, ARY Musik and ARY QTV in markets across the world today. As we continue to expand internationally, it is our constant endeavour to lead the market and offer top-notch international content to viewers across the world. The ARY Group is a leader in the South Asian television entertainment market and this launch is significant from ARY’s point of view as it will give viewers across the world access to the channels’ premium content. We trust subscribers in different markets will receive this launch very well.”

Mr. Salman Iqbal, CEO and President said, “ARY Group has always believed in pioneering new ventures and avenues that help offer the finest entertainment to viewers across the world. We are excited to partner YuppTV to offer ARY channels to subscribers and trust this will mark the beginning of a new and exciting partnership. We also hope our popular offerings will be enjoyed by communities in different countries and regions.”

YuppTV has grown into the world’s leading over-the-top (OTT) content player for South Asian Content, delivering more than 180 television channels worldwide in 11 languages that comprise Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bhojpuri, Oriya and Assamese to its viewers.

YuppTV, a Hyderabad based company and a leading over-the-top (OTT) content provider for South Asia Content, today announced the launch of its media player in the US market.

Using the compact and portable android based Wi-Fi enabled YuppTV Media Player; viewers will now be able to access more than 180 channels worldwide in over 10 languages. This is made available as live TV, catch-up TV, TV shows, and unlimited movies in 1080p High Definition (HD) quality to subscribers.

This also enables turning normal TVs to smart TVs. Once set up, using the YuppTV Media player, users can access their favourite content. Apart from the Indian content, channel catalogue also includes leading Pakistani and soon, ready to launch Bangladeshi channels.

Through the customised YuppTV store, subscribers can access unlimited entertainment through the apps available. They can also push content absolutely to TV sets from mobile devices and tablets. What’s on a phone or tablet, for example, can now be on TV with the YuppTV Media Player.

Announcing the launch of the YuppTV Media Player, Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, "In addition to converting TV to Smart TV, YuppTV Media Player comes with seamless user experience. We will continue to add premium content over coming months and be one stop shop for entertainment to expats worldwide".

The android-based player comes with its own browser and email client. Through the YuppTV Media Centre, users can also access content on USB drives on the big screen.

Uday Reddy, Founder and CEO, YuppTV, being awarded for Outstanding award for excellence in Media Category at the North American Telugu Convention (NATA) 2014 in Atlanta.

Mr, Uday Reddy was honored for Outstanding Merit by the Telugu diaspora in the US, and was felicitated amidst the distinguished gathering at NATA 2014. The Award was presented by Mr. Mohan Mallan. Speaking on the occasion it was observed that Sri Uday Reddy, who possesses a brilliant career record, had worked with major global Telecom Companies in more than 50 nations and had set them on the path to progress and profits. He later founded YuppTV which has a become part of the lives of the NRI Telugu people, bringing to them more than 180 TV channels, and has made its mark, leaving indelible impression on the hearts and minds of the Telugu people in the United States. His work is to be admired and worthy of praise and felicitation. The NATA take pride and pleasure in bestowing the Award in Media Category to Sri Uday Reddy.

Taking forward its plan to provide viewers in Australia a host of options when it comes to exciting television based action, YuppTV today announced the launch of premium Hindi Entertainment channels Star Plus and Life OK in the country. Viewers across Australia will now be able to watch their favorite Indian TV soaps and serials on the two channels. The two Hindi channels are now available to Australian customers on YuppTV. Earlier, Star Plus and Life OK were made available to YuppTV Customers in the United States. Both channels telecast among the most watched and highly rated Hindi shows on Indian television.

Announcing the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV said, “We are pleased to take Star Plus and Life OK to YuppTV customers in Australia in keeping with our commitment to innovation and highly accessible content. The country has a significant Indian diaspora that loves to experience the best in entertainment from India. We are confident that TV viewers across the continent will be thrilled to view channels like Star Plus and Life OK.”

Ajit Mohan, Digital Head, STAR India said, “We are glad that YuppTV has launched Star Plus and Life OK in Australia, a significant overseas market for us. Audiences will now get an opportunity to enjoy watching leading shows from the channels on multiple internet enabled devices such as Smart TVs, STBs, Tablets, Smart Phones and PCs, all of which are simple and instant.”

YuppTV continues to be among the world’s leading Over-the-top (OTT) content players, delivering more than 170 Indian television channels worldwide in 11 languages that comprise Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bhojpuri, Oriya and Assamese to its viewers.

HYDERABAD, April 17, 2014: YuppTV today announced the appointment of Subroto Bhattacharya asVice President, Customer Acquisition effective 16thApril, 2014. As part of his new portfolio, Subroto will be responsible for managing the Customer acquisition for the company’s business across geographies.

Subroto Bhattacharya brings with him over two decades of valuable industry experience having worked in the industry’s leading organizations as an executiveresponsible for building television and entertainment companies into top revenue performers in media, broadcasting sales and marketing in India, the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, Canada, Caribbean and Latin America.He hasworked with Zee Network for over 15 years, joining the company as Group Head in India and climbing the corporate ladder to become Country Head for two key International markets, UK/Europe and Americas.

He has contributed greatly towards taking businesses to new heights using his strengths as a creative, strategic thinker proficient in translating budgets, P&L reports, media planning and execution, research, legal contracts and comprehensive strategic plans to ensure consistent growth and success in global markets.

“I am honored to accept the appointment of Vice President Global – Customer Acquisitionat YuppTV. This is where the future of television lies. I am excited to join the team and look forward to contributing to the company’s successes in the time to come”, said Subroto Bhattacharya.

Uday Reddy, Founder and CEO, YuppTV said, “I strongly believe that Subroto, with his extensive experience and strengths will be an asset to us at YuppTV. With his strategic contributions, we look forward to adding might to the company’s marketing initiatives as we continue to revolutionize the manner in which television is consumed across the world. We welcome Subroto to the YuppTV family.”

HYDERABAD, December 6, 2013: YuppTV today announced the launch of a new revolutionary Live Broadcasting service worldwide aiming to deliver high quality video streaming services to all devices that can be connected to the internet. This enables viewers to not miss out on any event happening anytime and anywhere across the world and can be broadcast to any internet enabled device. The product launch was announced today at ITC Kakatiya hotel, Hyderabad.

YuppTV live broadcasting service is dedicated to provide a superior user experience and high quality content to users. Every event that it captures has a dedicated landing page, creating a consistent and immersive browsing experience. YuppTV Live video editors scrub through each video content to ensure that the highest video and audio quality is delivered. The company captures events in all languages ranging from English to Hindi, Telugu to Kannada, Punjabi to Marathi, Gujarati to Bengali, etc. Users can not only view the event live on its site but also as VOD according to their convenience. This is the first time a service like this is provided by an Indian content creator and distributor on such a massive scale.

Announcing the launch of YuppTV Live, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV, said, "Delivering the best content anytime, anywhere is as important as delivering it first with maximum ease. Our live broadcasting service provides a medium for people to watch corporate events, sports events, weddings and other events LIVE on their TV Screen (and other internet enabled devices), which they cannot attend personally due to other commitments. Through this service, people living outside India will be able to share precious moments with their family and friends and vice-versa."

Users can watch the live broadcasts from any part of the world on multiple Internet enabled devices like Samsung, LG, Panasonic Smart TVs, Google TV, WD TV Live, iPhone/iPad, Android, Windows7 and many more devices. And now it is available on the new PS4.

Videographers and content providers can use this technology and broadcast the events to a global audience live and as VOD.

HYDERABAD, December 6, 2013: YuppTV today announced the launch of a new revolutionary Live Broadcasting service worldwide aiming to deliver high quality video streaming services to all devices that can be connected to the internet. This enables viewers to not miss out on any event happening anytime and anywhere across the world and can be broadcast to any internet enabled device. The product launch was announced today at ITC Kakatiya hotel, Hyderabad.

YuppTV live broadcasting service is dedicated to provide a superior user experience and high quality content to users. Every event that it captures has a dedicated landing page, creating a consistent and immersive browsing experience. YuppTV Live video editors scrub through each video content to ensure that the highest video and audio quality is delivered. The company captures events in all languages ranging from English to Hindi, Telugu to Kannada, Punjabi to Marathi, Gujarati to Bengali, etc. Users can not only view the event live on its site but also as VOD according to their convenience. This is the first time a service like this is provided by an Indian content creator and distributor on such a massive scale.

Announcing the launch of YuppTV Live, Mr. Uday Reddy, CEO of YuppTV, said, "Delivering the best content anytime, anywhere is as important as delivering it first with maximum ease. Our live broadcasting service provides a medium for people to watch corporate events, sports events, weddings and other events LIVE on their TV Screen (and other internet enabled devices), which they cannot attend personally due to other commitments. Through this service, people living outside India will be able to share precious moments with their family and friends and vice-versa."

Users can watch the live broadcasts from any part of the world on multiple Internet enabled devices like Samsung, LG, Panasonic Smart TVs, Google TV, WD TV Live, iPhone/iPad, Android, Windows7 and many more devices. And now it is available on the new PS4.

Videographers and content providers can use this technology and broadcast the events to a global audience live and as VOD.

HYDERABAD, December 2, 2013:Global Takeoff, a Hyderabad-based provider of converged digital entertainment, communication and advertising, is in the process of rolling out its over-the-top (OTT) video services in the Indian market in the third quarter of the 2014, said chairman and chief executive officer Mr. Uday Reddy.

OTT refers to delivery of video and audio over the Internet without a multiple system operator being involved in the control or distribution of the content. Global Takeoff plans to offer its converged OTT content through YuppTV.com, its live Internet TV channel streaming platform, to the Indian homes having smart TVs.

“The product, which will be integrated with a set-top-box, will be ready by the second quarter of 2014. We are working out the modalities of pricing, which will probably be on par with the current Indian direct-to-home or cable price points,” Reddy told Business Standard.

YuppTV currently delivers more than 150 Indian TV channels, 4,500 daily videos and over 600 movies, reaching out to six million viewers, mostly India diaspora, across South Asian countries, the US, Europe, Australia and Canada through paid subscription. At present, it offers free-to-air channels in India.

YuppTV is now one among the Top-5 downloaded apps on Samsung TV and the only South Asian app out of the 11 applications that has been approved on Sony PlayStation3 and PlayStation4. It is set to be launched on Microsoft's XBox shortly.

According to Reddy, the proposed OTT services to be offered on public Internet in India would include movies-on-demand and Catch-Up TV, a video-on-demand service wherein television shows are available for days after the original broadcast, besides live streaming of TV channels.

“This (OTT services) is the way the future of TV is seen now. We, however, will be a little cautious in the first year of launch as there are still challenges in terms of broadband deployment in India,” he said, adding that the concept was expected to takeoff all of a sudden in a big way in the country in the next two years, with adequate broadband infrastructure and unlimited data plans in place by then.

Over-the-top services is already a mainstream in the US, with the third-party content providers being Netflix, Hulu, NowTV, myTV and WhereeverTV.

“We are in the process of raising $10 million-$15 million equity in three months. We intend to utilise the proceeds for subscriber acquisition, form joint ventures to roll out OTT services in West Asia countries and in Trinidad and Tobago, besides making small acquisitions here and there that would bring ethnic content to us,” he said, adding that the company was expecting its revenues to touch $10 million this year, as against $8 million in the last financial year.

HYDERABAD, November 20, 2013:YuppTV, the leading OTT player delivering more than 150 Indian television channels, 4,500 daily videos, 600+ movies, live events, and more, announced the launch of its branded application on the PlayStation®4 (PS4®) computer entertainment system in the U.S. The PS4, which released globally on the 15th of November 2013 has been the most highly anticipated video game console on the market. YuppTV is the only South Asian app on PS4 and is one of the 12 apps which released on day 1 of the PS4. Yupp TV’s app on the PS4 allows the South Asian consumer access to a variety of Indian programming content.

Mr. Uday Reddy of YuppTV said, “We are extremely pleased to make YuppTV available to PlayStation 4 owners in the U.S. Our on-demand service offers the largest Indian channel portfolio with major networks. YuppTV on PlayStation 4 will further our momentum in the U.S. market and will help us solidify our position as the number one destination for Indian programming.”

YuppTV is the world’s largest Internet TV provider delivering more than 150 Indian TV Channels, VODs, TV Shows, Movies, Events and a lot more across 12 major Indian languages. Currently, YuppTV is available globally, with the US, UK, Europe and Australia being the mainstream markets. Consumers can view the channels online through multiple Internet enabled devices like PCs, Smart TVs, Smart Blu-Ray players, set up boxes, SmartPhones, Tablets and Dongle.

“Making YuppTV’s programming available on the PlayStation4 will also provide an opportunity for broadcasters and content providers to reach millions of households instantly. Production companies have the ability to release movies in the U.S. on the same day of theatrical release, thereby ensuring that fans can enjoy this new content in the comfort of their living room. We also believe that the already existing consumer base of YuppTV would increase the subscriber base of PS4 ,” added Mr.Uday Reddy of YuppTV.

Mr. Phil Rosenberg, Senior Vice President, Business Development and Publisher Relations, SCEA said , “PlayStation is deeply committed to providing the most immersive gaming and entertainment experiences to gamers. The PS4 is the most powerful gaming system ever created, which enables us, along with our partners to add amazing entertainment options to the platform that we know PlayStation fans are going to love.”

Atlanta, July 04, 2013:YuppTV, the world’s largest OTT platform delivering 150+ Indian TV channels, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of world’s largest OTT Movie-on-Demand service with major production houses for South Asians on its platform. This move will provide the South Asian community across the world with an opportunity to watch their favorite movies.

Users can subscribe to a monthly package starting $4.99 or watch their favorite movies as pay-per-view on multiple Internet enabled devices. YuppTV has also launched a special section of ‘Premiere Movies,’ where users will get new movies to watch as pay-per-view. These movies could be new movies launched on the very same day or movies that are up to 15 days old.

Users can watch movies on PCs, PS3 Consoles, Samsung/LG/Sony/Panasonic Smart TVs and blu-ray players, YuppTV dongle, Google TV, Boxee, WD TV Live, Netgear NTV200/300, iPhone/iPad, Android Phones/Tablets and many more.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, of YuppTV, said, “We are extremely pleased to launch our new offering - Movie-on-Demand. This new product will provide an opportunity to the large segment of the South Asian community across the globe to watch Indian movies at their own convenience. This is also an excellent opportunity for movie producers to reach their global target audience through multiple screens. Movies which could not be released in foreign shores due to high distribution costs can now be easily made available in any part of the world. YuppTV always strives to make technology simple and easily accessible to our users. We are confident that Movie-on-Demand will receive an excellent response from South Asians across the globe.”

United Arab Emirates September 19, 2011:Samsung Gulf Electronics Co. Ltd., a global specialist in the consumer electronics industry, announced the launch of their latest entertainment App, YuppTV. The announcement comes in line with Samsung's latest partnership with YuppTV.com which will enable Samsung Smart TV viewers to access over 60 high-definition Indian channels.

Commenting on the launch of the latest App, Justin Shaw, General Manager of AV division, Samsung Gulf Electronics said: "We are incredibly excited about the launch of our YuppTV app to our Smart TV users in the UAE as it provides a gateway to accessing top Indian entertainment channels. Samsung Smart TV provides an unparalleled viewing experience and wider content variety creating a truly interactive and personalized home entertainment experience. We are committed to partnering with major content providers, such as YuppTV.com to provide TV viewers with the best home entertainment experience."

YuppTV.com launched in 2008 and quickly became one of the world's leading portals for Indian programs with distribution rights to more than 60+ Indian TV channels in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, Oriya, and Urdu. Samsung Smart TV viewers will be able to access 36 of these channels for free and will be able to access the rest through subscription and users can download the free YuppTV application from Samsung Apps.

Samsung's SMART TV line-up provides the perfect combination of smart content and smart experience that offers viewers a wholesome, world-class entertainment as well as a new world of web-connected TV experience. The TV boasts the flagship 'Smart Hub' interface that provides an easy access to a host of intelligent features within.

Using the 'Smart Hub' interface in the Samsung SMART TV, users can easily search for movies, shows and videos via online services and across connected devices; browse the Web from their TV as well as access a wide variety of applications from Samsung Apps, the world's first HDTV-based apps store. The smart features that constitute the 'Smart Hub' include: AllShare, Search All, Samsung Apps, Second TV, Web Browser and Social TV.

The Samsung SMART TV line-up includes a range of LED, LCD and PDP TVs and is currently available across all major retail outlets in the UAE.

Atlanta, July 04, 2013:YuppTV, the world’s largest OTT platform delivering 150+ Indian TV channels, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of world’s largest OTT Movie-on-Demand service with major production houses for South Asians on its platform. This move will provide the South Asian community across the world with an opportunity to watch their favorite movies.

Users can subscribe to a monthly package starting $4.99 or watch their favorite movies as pay-per-view on multiple Internet enabled devices. YuppTV has also launched a special section of ‘Premiere Movies,’ where users will get new movies to watch as pay-per-view. These movies could be new movies launched on the very same day or movies that are up to 15 days old.

Users can watch movies on PCs, PS3 Consoles, Samsung/LG/Sony/Panasonic Smart TVs and blu-ray players, YuppTV dongle, Google TV, Boxee, WD TV Live, Netgear NTV200/300, iPhone/iPad, Android Phones/Tablets and many more.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Uday Reddy, of YuppTV, said, “We are extremely pleased to launch our new offering - Movie-on-Demand. This new product will provide an opportunity to the large segment of the South Asian community across the globe to watch Indian movies at their own convenience. This is also an excellent opportunity for movie producers to reach their global target audience through multiple screens. Movies which could not be released in foreign shores due to high distribution costs can now be easily made available in any part of the world. YuppTV always strives to make technology simple and easily accessible to our users. We are confident that Movie-on-Demand will receive an excellent response from South Asians across the globe.”

Mr. Uday Reddy, a visionary Philanthropist, has laid foundation for the modern village vision 2020, in an effort to reduce the social and economic disparity between rural and urban sectors through the introduction of technological infrastructure into the rural sector.

Samsung Electronics Co. UK Ltd, the UK's number one TV brand with the most awarded TV range1, today announced YuppTV, a world leading portal for Indian TV that has become a household entertainment requirement for the NRI community, as the latest partner for its Smart TV App store, Samsung Apps. The YuppTV App on Samsumg Smart TV offers Indians who live anywhere in the world - live TV and on-demand video programmes from their home state.

The new YuppTV App will give Smart TV users access to more than 60 live and on-demand Indian TV programmes instantly displayed on their TV, the biggest and brightest screen in the home, as well as on connected devices - thanks to Samsung's Smart Hub. YuppTV enjoys one of the industry's highest content usage per subscribers rates with channels that cover seven of the most popular Indian languages and deliver superior quality streaming video. With news, entertainment, devotion and sports from Indian TV channels the YuppTV App will keep Smart TV viewers up to date with their favourite Bollywood entertainment, news and cricket updates.

Guy Kinnell, Marketing Director for TV, Samsung UK comments: "Our partnership with YuppTV ensures we are appealing to a wider audience of consumers who want to make the most of the Smart TV whether that be on their TV or shared with other connected connect devices such as Samsung smartphones and Galaxy Tab. From live news, entertainment, movies and sport channels, Samsung's Smart TV will really bring to life Indian TV programmes through great picture quality and an easy to use Smart Hub. And with Smart View on your Galaxy S2 smartphone users will never miss premium entertainment, news and sports".

"Samsung's Smart TV and App store approach is an innovative model that's been well-received by our audience," said Uday Reddy, CEO of Global Takeoff, the producer of YuppTV. "More and more people want to purchase TV content like they purchase mobile content " where they have the flexibility to choose apps and pay accordingly. Combining innovative over-the-top (OTT) streaming video technology platform with web-connected TVs, such as Samsung Smart TV, is creating new markets for live, web-TV entertainment. YuppTV joins a whole host of Apps available to download on Samsung Smart TVs, including BBC iPlayer, LOVEFiLM, YouTube and many more. "Samsung Apps" is the first and biggest App store available for TVs, with over five million Apps already downloaded worldwide, proof that consumers are rapidly embracing the Smart TV format. Samsung also recently announced it has sold over two million units globally.

Samsung Smart TVs have a Smart Hub that opens up content from specially designed Apps, the internet and other access points directly from the TV. The Smart TV also acts as the entertainment hub for the home as it connects wirelessly to other devices such as smartphones, laptops or tablets so users can show photos or stream music on the big screen.

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At the 2011 NAB Show ,Global Takeoff announced YCast.TV, an over-the-top (OTT) service that delivers live TV and VOD to TVs, PCs, smartphones and Internet tablets within minutes of setup.

YCast.TV provides broadcasters and content owners with a seamless solution for monetizing video content, which eliminates long delays traditionally associated with video content distribution.

YCast.TV enables content owners and aggregators to acquire the source signal, encode and stream video to more than a billion Internet-enabled devices, including desktop and laptop PCs, Internet set-top boxes, smartphones, Internet-enabled tablets, gaming consoles through an application, iPod/iPod Touch and connected TVs.

The YCast.TV service produces instant content monetization through advertising and subscriptions. YCast.TV content partners also benefit from geoblocking content and DRM security systems.

Atlanta, March 20, 2013:YuppTV, one of the world's largest Internet TV providers, today announced the launch of its first "YuppTV Dongle" in USA for South Asians away from home.

The YuppTV dongle is a revolutionary device especially for the expatriate Indians who want access to home grown content. It is a small, 1080p, Wi-Fi streaming player which enables Indian expats to watch their favorite Indian TV Channels live, video on demand, TV shows with back to back episodes, Bollywood movies and a wide range of regional movies.

This dongle is connected into the HDMI port of a television set. This feature converts a standard tv set into a smart tv. This allows the viewer to be able to access a variety of content on his television. With YuppTV dongle, users can watch 150+ Indian TV Channels Live or as VOD available in 11 Indian languages: Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi, Oriya, Gujarathi and Bhojpuri.

YuppTV Dongle has been launched in the USA bundled at no cost to customer for three month six month and yearly subscription packages. The cost is significantly lower than buying a smart tv to access those features.

One of the USPs of the dongle is its portability. Users can now stream video, listen to music, get the latest news or check the latest Facebook feeds at home on their big screen TV. They can also take all of that content on the move by simply carrying the dongle in their pocket, and then plug it into the HDMI port of a TV at their work place or hotel. The dongle also has a memory card slot for sharing videos, photos or music files on the tv screen.

For those wishing to access internet content on their television sets, the YuppTV dongle, like any smart tv offers them access to check emails and surf the internet on their television set itself. The customer can connect on Facebook and Twitter just with the help of the small and sleek YuppTV dongle.

In keeping with its commitment to innovation and accessible content, YuppTV is coming up with 2nd screen experience for its users. Customers would be able to browse the content on their phone/tablets and play them over Wi-Fi onto their TV screen. Upcoming updates would also enable the consumer to convert old audio systems to smart audio systems by connecting this dongle to it. The customer can play music, photos and videos on legacy audio / video receiver using android phone/tablets or iphone/ipad.

Announcing the launch of the tv dongle, Mr. Uday Reddy, Founder and CEO of YuppTV, said, We at YuppTV believe in being at the forefront of the technology space, and this product has the potential to revolutionise the way TV is viewed across the US. YuppTV dongle is easy to use and transforms an ordinary TV into a smart TV. This dongle can be used by people of all generations: youngsters can use it to listen to music or access trendy platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, while the elders in a family can surf any website or watch YuppTV for news, entertainment and devotional channels. We would be launching second screen experience with future updates very soon and would change the way TV can be watched.

YuppTV launched this device to its loyal customers because of the impact it had with one of the streaming partner's business decision to tie up exclusively with one the major South Asian TV service provider in USA.

YuppTV Dongle would soon be released globally, with focus on markets like India, UK, Europe, Canada and Australia.

For more information about YuppTV Dongle, please visit www.yupptv.com/tvdongle

February 22, 2013:Polish users gained the platform Viera Connect now access up to 8 new free programs specifically designed for this service. New applications available to the holders of the VIERA TV Connect TV Market for owners of Panasonic VIERA product line in 2010, 2011 and 2012, with Internet access. Introduced today, applications are: TVN player, You Tube on TV, RED KARAOKE, Swissinfo, Viaway, YuppTV, Snagfilms and ROVI guide.

Among the latest applications available on the platform was a Viera Connect application SnagFilms. It allows free on-demand access to hundreds of films from independent production base SnagFilms.Kinomaniacy can choose from a vast array of films - documents and dramas, comedies and thrillers, award-winning blockbusters or obscure, niche production. Access to all films is free.

Another new application is the first release expected by users of TVN Player. This service allows you to watch selected programs from the schedule TVN, TVN Style and TVN Turbo including the news and popular productions such as "Julia", "Recipe for Life", "X-factor", "Top Model. Become a model, "" You Can Dance. Just Dance "," Got Talent "," City of Women "or" Automaniak ". Access to selected programs is free, and therefore their emission is preceded by advertising.

One of the new free applications on the Viera Connect the RED KARAOKE, a program that allows turning his room into a bar with karaoke and fun and a circle of close friends. The base consists of over 45 000 songs, which will suffice for many hours extraordinary fun.

LAS VEGAS April 11, 2011:Global Takeoff Inc., a leading global provider of converged digital entertainment and advertising solutions, today announced YCast.TV, an over-the-top (OTT) service that delivers live TV and video-on-demand to TVs, PCs, smartphones and internet tablets within minutes of setup. For the first time, broadcasters and content owners have a seamless solution for monetizing video content, which eliminates long time delays traditionally associated with video content distribution.

In 2010 over 700,000 subscribers abandoned cable services and six out of eight cable operators suffered their worst quarterly subscriber losses ever, according to a SNL Kagan report. Thus, broadcasters and content owners are scrambling to expand their reach by leveraging OTT internet technologies. At the same time, internet-savvy consumers are starting to expect to have all TV and video content delivered to any internet-enabled screen anywhere in the world.

"Until now, complex technical barriers have prohibited many content providers from distributing live television programs to internet-enabled devices," said Uday Reddy, founder and CEO of Global Takeoff. "But with YCast.TV, local TV stations can immediately expand the reach of their daily news shows, sports events and entertainment content beyond regional boundaries. YCast.TV also gives movie producers the ability to increase sales and reduce piracy by distributing films online the same day the show premiers. Video content owners of all sizes can now tap into the global reach of the internet and monetize their content everywhere."

YCast.TV enables content owners and aggregators to acquire the source signal, encode and stream video to more than a billion internet-enabled devices, including desktop and laptop PCs (Windows, Macintosh), internet set-top boxes (Roku, Boxee), smartphones (iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Symbian, Windows), internet-enabled tablets (iPad, Android), gaming consoles through an application (XBOX, PS3, Wii), iPod/iPod Touch and ConnectedTV (Samsung). "Global Takeoff has been a great partner for Roku," said Jim Funk, VP of Business Development at Roku. Customers are increasingly using Roku to access live regional and ethnic programming that they connect with wherever they live. YuppTV has become one of the most popular international brands on Roku.? The YCast.TV service produces instantaneous content monetization through advertising and subscriptions. YCast.TV content partners also benefit from geo-blocking content and DRM (digital rights management) security systems. Content providers have access to online subscriber management and customer profile reports. YCast.TV runs on a highly scalable and reliable architecture that can support up to 1 million live streams simultaneously.

Hyderabad April 1, 2011:Global Takeoff Inc., a leading global provider of converged digital entertainment and advertising solutions, today announced that in partnership with Zee Communications, it will release the premier of the movie F.A.L.T.U online to a worldwide audience through YuppTV.

F.A.L.T.U starring Jackky Bhagnani and Puja Gupta will hit the theatres on the April fool's day. YuppTV will premiere the movie online on the same day and make it available for viewing on TVs, personal computers, smartphones and other internet enabled devices starting at 4pm GMT for $2.89 with 24-hour subscription validity.

"Indians residing overseas have to pay a high price to watch a film - while here in India entertainment is still affordable," said Producer Mr. Vashu Bhagnani. "This move will not only generate revenues, but also reduce the eventual, but irrepressible piracy issues."

"We choose Global Takeoff as our media partner for this opportunity because of its innovative platform that enables live TV and video on-demand to millions of internet-enabled devices across the globe," said Mr. Vishal Malhotra of Zee Communications.

"With this premier release, producers can utilize the internet's potential to reach the ever increasing online audience worldwide. NRIs will now get a chance to sit back and watch the movie at home at their own convenience and at a very affordable price", said Uday Reddy, founder and CEO of Global Takeoff.

Since its commencement in 2006, Global Takeoff has been committed to offer varied web based technologies that cater to all. It provides consumers with the convenience of a virtual home environment; companies with maximum global reach; and content providers, broadcasters with ideal platforms and services to launch their content easily and economically.

ORLANDO March 21, 2011:Global Takeoff Inc., a leading global provider of converged digital entertainment and advertising solutions, today announced the YuppTV platform-as-a-service (PaaS) solution for content owners, broadcasters, telecom and mobile operators. YuppTV is a converged over-the-top (OTT) service that delivers live TV and video-on-demand over four screens – TVs, PCs, smartphones and internet tablets. For the first time, video content providers and operators have access to a turnkey, internet-based solution for distributing and monetizing live TV and on-demand video services - anywhere in the world.

“Today there is a lot of TV content that lacks wide cable distribution - such as local news and sports events, which are limited to regional areas and up-and-coming TV channels that either have little or sporadic distribution,” said Uday Reddy, founder and CEO of Global Takeoff. “But content providers would like to expand the reach of these programs by leveraging internet technologies. At the same time, internet-savvy consumers are starting to expect the ability to have any TV and video content delivered to any internet-enabled screen - anywhere in the world. This trend has content providers and operators scrambling to find new internet-based solutions to distribute and monetize video globally. YuppTV offers a converged global video experience for content providers, operators and consumers alike.”

The YuppTV platform enables broadcasters, telecom and mobile operators to deliver the same content over TVs, PCs, smartphones and other internet-enabled devices, without investing in multiple technologies. YuppTV is based on a unique turnkey platform-as-a-service model, which removes the video distribution capital and monetization responsibilities from content owners, content aggregators and operators.

“YuppTV can open up new markets,” explained Reddy. “Many local TV stations want to extend the reach of their news, sports and entertainment content beyond regional boundaries and keep their audience informed and entertained while away from home. Telecom operators can use YuppTV to deliver live TV in regional areas where the copper ‘last mile’ is unable to deliver service. Movie producers who would like to release films online to avoid piracy can also benefit from distributing their content on YuppTV. YuppTV is a low-risk, high-value solution for tapping into these emerging markets.”

The YuppTV PaaS is an end-to-end content delivery platform for managing live and network-based video-on-demand services.