MEDIACORP DEPLOYS ENVIVIO SOLUTION FOR SEA GAMES COVERAGE

MEDIACORP DEPLOYS ENVIVIO SOLUTION FOR SEA GAMES COVERAGE 08 June 2015

MEDIACORP DEPLOYS ENVIVIO SOLUTION FOR SEA GAMES COVERAGE

Market-leading Muse software-based encoders enable Toggle, MediaCorp's OTT service, to deliver high quality video to any device for the SEA Games

SAN FRANCISCO, June 3, 2015 Envivio (NASDAQ: ENVI), a leading provider of software-based video processing and delivery solutions, today announced that Envivio Muse encoders have been deployed by MediaCorp for the SEA Games 2015 for its Toggle service delivering over-the-top (OTT) TV to viewers in Singapore.

The Southeast Asian (SEA) Games are held every two years and host participants from 11 countries. This year, the popular event will boast coverage of 36 sports in 402 events, from aquatics to wushu martial arts.

MediaCorp is delivering a digital 28th SEA Games to audiences in Singapore, said Joe Igoe, chief technology officer of MediaCorp. To deliver a high quality viewing experience, MediaCorp is implementing Envivio, the market leader for any-screen TV services.

We are delighted to be selected by one of our global media partners to innovate coverage of a major, live sporting event, said Julien Signes, CEO, Envivio. We strive every day to improve the video experience and our technology will help MediaCorp satisfy sports fans across Southeast Asia. With our advanced video processing and delivery software solutions, we are able to provide partners like MediaCorp the best possible video quality on any screen and at any time.

Envivio Muse video compression software allows content providers to deliver traditional and live TV programs to consumers over IPTV broadcast networks, cable and satellite feeds. Providers around the globe use the software to deliver programming in standard or high definition, and to prepare their businesses for Ultra HD delivery.

More than 300 content and service providers around the globe have selected Envivio to power their multi-screen and Pay TV services. Visit www.envivio.com to learn more about TV without boundaries.

About Toggle

Toggle is MediaCorp's new online service that redefines TV viewing. It goes beyond the television set, bringing news, entertainment, information, and behind-the-scene insights to viewers across multiple devices - computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones and Smart TVs. Log on to http://www.toggle.sg or download the app to access content for free.

About MediaCorp

MediaCorp is Singapore's leading media company with the most complete range of platforms, spanning television, radio, newspapers, magazines, movies, digital and out-of-home media. It pioneered the development of Singapore's broadcasting industry, with the broadcast of Radio in 1936 and Television in 1963. Today, MediaCorp has over 50 products and brands in four languages (English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil), reaching out to all adults in Singapore every week. Initiatives in the new digital space include Internet TV-on-demand, High Definition TV broadcast and Over-the-Top (OTT) interactive services. Beyond Singapore, MediaCorp is an active regional player through co-productions in TV dramas and movies, magazines publishing, as well as Channel NewsAsia International, one of the first Asian-owned English news channels. Winner of numerous international awards and accolades including Asian Television Awards' Terrestrial Broadcaster of the Year, MediaCorp's vision is to become Asia's top media company, delivering valued content to the world. For more information, please visit www.mediacorp.sg.

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