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T-Online Hungary selects Alcatel and Microsoft for IPTV pilot

T-Online Hungary, announced that it has selected Alcatel and Microsoft TV as the suppliers for an Internet protocol television (IPTV) pilot project, based on the combination of the Microsoft TV IPTV Edition software platform and Alcatel's services integration solutions.

Launch of Vivcast Encoding Suite

Vividas (VDS.L), the AIM-traded developer and provider of video streaming technology, announced the launch of its Vivcast Encoding Suite. This new range provides an all-in-one digital encoder, or "black box", enabling organisations (including resellers) conveniently to publish, instantly over the internet to an unlimited global audience, large quantities of full-screen, broadcast-quality video content.

Alcatel and DiBcom cooperate for Unlimited Mobile TV

Alcatel and DiBcom announced that in the context of Alcatel's "Unlimited Mobile TV" project, the two companies have agreed on detailed cooperation plans to develop a new chipset. This new chipset will support advanced features for unprecedented quality of service and coverage on hybrid terrestrial and satellite architectures. Such capabilities are at the core of ongoing discussions for the evolution of the DVB-H broadcast Mobile TV standards.

Deutsche Telekom partners with Microsoft to launch IPTV services

Deutsche Telekom has reached agreement with Microsoft on an alliance to deliver Internet Protocol television (IPTV) services to consumers across Germany.

Cingular Video reaches the market

Cingular Wireless announced the immediate availability of Cingular Video on-demand streaming video service.

Cisco Systems to acquire SyPixx Networks

Cisco Systems, Inc., announced a definitive agreement to acquire privately-held SyPixx Networks, Inc. which offers network-centric video surveillance software and hardware that enable existing analog video surveillance systems to operate as part of an open IP network.

Alcatel to enable interactive mobile music and video services for StarHub in Singapore

Alcatel announced it will supply a complete end-to-end interactive Mobile Music Solution to StarHub, Singapore's operator, which offers a full range of communications and entertainment services over fixed, cable, mobile and Internet platform.

Tandberg Television acquires SkyStream

Tandberg Television has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SkyStream, the Sunnyvale, headquartered provider of IP video delivery solutions.

Polycom Launches New Instructor RP Video Conferencing and Interactive Whiteboard Solution

Polycom announced the launch of the InstructorTM RP, integrating Polycom's market leading VSX(TM) group video conferencing and collaboration system with an interactive white board solution.

Video conferencing to promote Muslim-Christian dialogue

Several organizations are attempting to resolve religious issues between Muslims and Christians through video conferencing, writes Alexander Villafania.