Internet Challenges Television Networks
The demand for internet streaming multimedia is exploding, the distribution of television content is changing, and the destiny of broadcasting is shifting to the viewers’ control. Aided by the growth of broadband, online television can no longer be dismissed as a novelty–even if the economics of the medium are still questionable. The number of broadband internet users continues to increase at a dramatic pace, making it possible to reach more people more effectively for less money. This panel discussion will outline the complex and challenging implications of the new broadband world and debate the value found in meeting the personalized requests of endless niche audiences.
MODERATOR:
Todd Chanko
Analyst
Jupiter Research
PANELISTS:
Joel Roodman
Founder
Gotham Entertainment Group
Christopher Barry
Vice President, Digital Media and Business Development
Sundance Channel
Ben White
General Manager
MTV Overdrive.com
Elisabeth Carpenter
VP, Business Development & Strategy
Brightcove
Perry Solomon
Senior Director, Media Business Development
FAST Search and Transfer
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