News Broadcasting
Signum TV Cable selects Exset BV for DMS implementation
Patna: The Netherland-based Exset B.V. and Patna-based Signum Digital Networks Private Limited (Signum) have entered into an agreement to introduce the award winning Digital Monetisation System (DMS) platform to deliver path breaking service and the next generation content protection system to the end users.
As per the agreement, Exset B.V. will be responsible for providing DMS CAS and Middleware to Signum for its Digital Cable Platform. This association is set to help drive governance, television commerce, advertising and magazines services in a predominantly one–way environment to its entire end–consumers lighting up their TV space
Mr. Alex Borland, Managing Director and CEO of Exset BV said, “We are proud to be associated with Signum TV as their content protection and monetization partner. Exset is committed to the success of this platform and will offer the highest level of security and service”.
DMS bridges the gap between technology and Value-Added Services for digital TV deployments and allows digital television platforms to be created, which can then be monetised in a new dynamic way, which benefits the end users from new information and entertainment services. It enables the cable operators to meet the challenges of digitization, and also result in positive impact on their revenue stream.
Mr. Gouri Sankar, chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Chief Technology Offiver (CTO) of Signum said, “We are delighted to have Exset as a partner to secure our content and roll-out our Middleware/VAS strategy. This association will help us to explore new VAS streams – Advertising, On-Demand, Interactive, and Information Services to name a few. We are certain that with the highest level of security and the middleware value proposition presented; will help us to drive ARPU’s to new levels”.
Mr. Pradeep Acharya, Regional Director –South Asia of Exset said, “Exset’s value proposition is unparalleled in terms of offering the next generation of security and also paves the way for driving greater ARPU’s, unlocking new revenue stream, and consequently driving the platform to greater expanses and profitability”.
News Broadcasting
News18 hosts Tamil Nadu town hall ahead of 2026 polls
MK Stalin headlines ‘Next Big Leap’ event from 10am on 23 February in Chennai with leaders and icons.
MUMBAI: Tamil Nadu’s political pot is simmering and News18’s town hall is stirring it up just in time for the 2026 assembly elections boilover. Set for 23 February from 10am onwards in Chennai, the News18 Network Town Hall gathers heavyweights under the banner ‘The Next Big Leap for Tamil Nadu’ to dissect the state’s political pulse, economic edge, and cultural clout. With the 234-seat assembly contest looming as a fiercely competitive showdown, the event spotlights how Tamil Nadu’s identity-driven politics and engaged voters continue to ripple across national debates.
Chief minister MK Stalin leads the charge with a keynote on the theme, sketching his government’s blueprint for governance, development, and staying power pre-polls. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin chimes in on ‘Voices, Vision & Way Forward’, unpacking generational shifts and fresh narratives. From the opposition corner, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami tackles ‘Baton Change at the Ballot?’, floating alternatives to the status quo.
Economic vibes get a nudge from industries minister TRB Rajaa on ‘Investment Story Intact?’, probing the state’s draw for big bucks. BJP’s K Annamalai dives into ‘People, Trust & Political Ideology’, positioning his party in the Dravidian-dominated turf. IT Minister Palanivel ThiagaRajan explores ‘Code, Capacity & Citizenship’, on tech’s role in citizen-focused services. TVK’s KG Arunraj questions if ‘Winds of Change are Possible’ in this pattern-prone state.
A panel on innovation features IIT Madras director Prof V Kamakoti, M&M’s Velusamy R, and Electronic Industries Association’s Dr Sasikumar Gendham, musing how AI and knowledge hubs are remaking opportunities. AICC’s Praveen Chakravarty weighs ‘Power Sharing vs Principles’, while former Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan joins the fray. Culture gets its due with composer Anirudh Ravichander on ‘Tamil Music for the World’.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar noted, “The News18 Network Tamil Nadu Town Hall… reflects our core editorial focus, to capture the political mood of the state and spotlight the ideas that will shape the next phase of governance and growth.”
Network18, CEO of English & business news Smriti Mehra added, “As Tamil Nadu moves closer to a defining electoral moment… we see it as our responsibility to drive informed and meaningful conversations.”
Network18 managing editor for South, Vivek Narayan said, “The News18 Network Townhall in Tamil Nadu is designed as a platform where policy, politics and public interest intersect.”
Backed by associate partners Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and Reliance Industries, the live event streams on CNN-News18, News18 Tamil, CTV, and Youtube from 10am on 23 February perfect for catching the sparks, even if you’re not knee-deep in Dravidian drama.
