Media services have fueled higher ARPUs bundled with broadband services. It is inspiring to see telcos establishing their own studios and OTT platforms. We present to you the category which has been a growth engine for many - "Telco to Ace Content & Media". The final 5 nominees, each with a unique story:
China Mobile International Limited: Leveraging MIGU video and Cloud XR, China Mobile's content and media business thrives with a robust 31.6% growth, reaching USD 3.9 billion.
KT Corp: With diverse media offerings including OTT, music streaming, and IPTV, KT Corp's content division is projected to hit the USD 5 billion mark, producing 14 originals last year.
PCCW: Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT platform with 13.4 million paid users, growing by 10% YoY, Viu extends its reach across 16+ markets in Asia, the Middle East, and South Africa. One of the few telcos to succeed beyond its home market.
SK Telecom: Integrates AI across its media services, including IPTV, Wavve OTT, and Flo music streaming, contributing to 18% of total revenue with innovative products like AI TV and AI Commerce.
StarHub: Features a comprehensive ecosystem with Live TV, on-demand content, and the StarHub TV+ app, accounting for 9.6% of total revenue and an ARPU of USD 32.7
Congratulations to all the nominees for successfully harnessing the power of content and media to create a competitive edge in the industry
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