RTS London Centre: Digital TV – Global Review

Royal Television Society, London site

To date, Digital Television has had varying degrees of success. Governments around the world want it to happen and some are setting ambitious dates for its introduction. dTV will mark a major change in television, not least because of the potential explosion of new channels that will be enabled. Our panel of experts will present on the current progress of DTV around the globe; looking specifically where the UK is currently & its first Analog switch-off trial in Wales; and how it will affect the BBC.

Intended for the broadest possible audience, this panel will bring you up to speed – vital if you work in television in the UK.  The discussion will also conver the possible impact of both BBC and SKY having announced their intentions for free digital satellite services. Come along, get informed and get your questions answered.

Speakers:
DAVID HARBY, Consultant to Cabinet Office eGovernment Unit (formerly Office of the eEnvoy) to develop policy on DTV, Indigo Associates UK
ANDY TOWNEND, Controller of BBC Distribution
PETER MARSHALL, Technical Director, Digital Television Group
Chairman, SIMON PERRY, Digital-Lifestyles.info

This event has been organised by the London Centre of the Royal Television Society. Limited free tickets are available by providing a name and company/association to [email protected].
LWT, South Bank, London [email protected]

Broadcast Asia 2004

The definitive Electronic Media event for Asia, BroadcastAsia 2004 will launch several new initiatives, from media content Production to Management and Delivery to meet the industry needs of today. Special highlights of New Media, Production/ Post-Production services and more will also be on display.

Digital Lifestyles publisher, Simon Perry, will give the industry address and host a panel discussion.

http://www.broadcast-asia.com

Internet World 2004

Internet World is the UK’s leading business event where professionals can learn to further master the potential of the Internet to drive their company forward. The event has more of the leading vendors as well as a FREE educational programme that would warrant a high fee at most events. Earl’s Court2, London http://www.internetworld.co.uk/

E3 Games Show

E3 Then
The Start of Something Big

In 1995, the Electronic Entertainment Expo was held for the first time. Video games were based on 16-bit technology and 3D graphics were the exception, not the norm. Few beyond those immediately involved in the medium of PC and video games took notice. That first year, E3 exhibitors numbered far fewer than today’s. E3‘s inaugural event set a new standard for tradeshow launches. It was clearly the beginning of something big.

E3 Now
Clearly the Best

Today, the interactive entertainment industry is in growth mode. It has mindshare comparable to any major sports league-and it partners with them all. Hollywood talent vies to be included in game productions, and established writers whose books sell millions and musicians whose albums have gone platinum two and three times over also contribute to the medium. Technology now brings interactive entertainment to mobile phones, the Web, and networked consoles. As the industry has grown, so has E3. Each year, E3 attracts more media, more international attention, is more productive, and is more fun.

E3 Next
It’s Up to You

Today, the industry is poised for continued growth. Games and game culture continue to convert more and more consumers. Game brands and franchises are increasing their reach, and an industry that once thought in terms of local markets now thinks globally. As E3 approaches its tenth anniversary and peers into the next decade, be assured it will continue to provide a marketplace for ideas and commerce to an industry that continues to grow and evolve. What happens next is up to the exhibitors and attendees of E3 2004 and beyond. What happens next is up to you.
http://www.e3expo.com/e3expo/