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RTL Deutschland Expands FAST Channel Offering with Harmonic and netorium

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SAN JOSE, Calif. and COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — German broadcaster RTL Deutschland has added eight new free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to its video streaming service, expanding the number of viewing options for customers of its streaming service RTL+. The new FAST channels are powered by Harmonic’s VOS®360 Media SaaS, which simplifies all stages of media processing, including advanced playout, powerful graphics insertion, premium OTT encoding and distribution.

Integrating additional FAST channels into RTL Deutschland’s existing ecosystem was successfully handled by netorium, an application integrator from Wiesbaden. netorium ensured a smooth deployment leveraging its deep knowledge of RTL’s technical infrastructure and longstanding partnership with Harmonic.

During the integration, it was necessary to consider existing adjacent systems and ensure compatibility with various end devices. The implementation was carried out as an iterative process, allowing for flexible adjustments and testing. netorium provided consultancy, design, implementation and project management services, and continues to support the system.

Andre Prahl, chief distribution officer at RTL Deutschland, commented, “What particularly impressed us was the ability to easily launch eight channels. We had no high investment costs, as we operate the channels entirely on a software as a service model. This allows us to adapt the offering very flexibly to viewer preferences.”

RTL Deutschland uses the new channels as themed offerings for some of its most successful content formats, enabling the broadcaster to effectively target specific customer groups.

“For video streaming services to thrive, they must be precisely targeted to relevant viewers,” said Gil Rudge, senior vice president, products and Americas sales, video business at Harmonic. “With our VOS360 Media SaaS, RTL Deutschland can rapidly create and deliver FAST channels to retain existing customers and attract new ones.”

Running on the public cloud, Harmonic’s end-to-end video platform provides agility, resiliency, security and scalability. Leveraging the VOS360 Media platform, RTL can easily create and deploy additional FAST channels at scale. The VOS360 Media platform is based on a flexible business model that allows RTL Deutschland to only pay for what they use.

Harmonic will showcase the latest innovations in video streaming and broadcast delivery at IBC2024, Sept. 13-16 in Amsterdam. To schedule a meeting with Harmonic at stand 1.B20, visit www.harmonicinc.com/video-streaming/events/ibc/. Further information about Harmonic and the company’s solutions is available at www.harmonicinc.com. Additional information about netorium is available at www.netorium.de.

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About netorium
Founded in 2002 netorium has since been developing individual solutions for media-creating companies in the areas of playout, storage, streaming and workflows together with customers and selected partners. Customers include public and private television stations as well as other media creating companies facing technological changes along their value chain. Currently, the focus is on digital transformation incl. Video over IP, audio, transcoding, automation, QM, distribution, archiving, etc. With its know-how and experience netorium solves these challenges – locally on the ground, in the cloud and hybrid. As application integrator netorium translates the individual requirements into technologies and profitably combines them into an effective whole that is fit for the future. The basis of the netorium solutions are the products of the partner manufacturers.

About RTL Deutschland
RTL Deutschland is Germany’s leading entertainment company, spanning across all types of media: TV and streaming, print and digital, radio and podcasts. It is home to some of the country’s strongest media brands from RTL to Stern, Brigitte to Vox and Geo to NTV, and operates Germany’s largest streaming service RTL+, with around 4.9 million subscribers and a cross-media offer including series, films, music, podcasts and audiobooks. RTL Deutschland owns 15 TV channels, more than 10 premium magazines, a broad podcast portfolio and numerous digital offerings.

About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions, enables media companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to consumers globally. The company revolutionized broadband networking via the industry’s first virtualized broadband solution, enabling operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet services to consumers’ homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering the delivery of gigabit internet services, Harmonic is changing the way media companies and service providers monetize live and on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at www.harmonicinc.com. 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements concerning Harmonic’s business and the anticipated capabilities, advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market growth, specifications and benefits of Harmonic products, services and technology are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risks and uncertainties more fully described in Harmonic’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Harmonic as of the date hereof, and Harmonic disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Harmonic, the Harmonic logo and other Harmonic marks are owned by Harmonic Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners.

CONTACTS:

Sarah Kavanagh

David Hanover, KCSA Strategic
Communications

Friederike Herrmann

Public Relations, Harmonic

Investor Relations for Harmonic

Head of Communications, 
netorium

+1 408-490-6607

+1 212-896-1220

+49 6122 17096-10

sarah.kavanagh@harmonicinc.com  

investor@harmonicinc.com  

marketing@netorium.de

 

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Xinhua Silk Road: Transformation helps “north China capital of daily porcelains” seek bigger global presence

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BEIJING, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — When the 2026 China (Beijing) International Exquisite Ceramics Expo kicked off on November 5, 20 ceramic producers from Huairen City of Shanxi Province, north China showcased not only delicate exhibits, but also the prowess of their porcelain artisans.

The exhibition offered visitors a chance to get a glimpse of Huairen’s porcelain industry whose transformation driven by technology innovation and development philosophy change has borne delightful fruits.

In September, Huairen municipal government was included in the list of founders for establishing demonstration zones for national geographical indication protection in China and was the only one selected in Shanxi Province.

Currently, the city is capable of producing over 20 series of ceramic products such as daily porcelains, hotel porcelains, packaging porcelains and porcelain artworks, and boasts an annual full-industrial chain output value of 6.3 billion yuan.

In Huairen Economic and Technological Development Zone, 31 local enterprises engaged in ceramic raw materials production, R&D, manufacturing, testing, logistics and marketing have leveraged digital technologies to transform production.

The old production model, which relied on veteran craftsmen judging firing temperature by sight and preparing glaze based on experience, has gradually been replaced by standardized and intelligent processes.

In the workshop of a local ceramic producer, robotic arms apply glaze with high precision, and intelligent kilns independently maintain constant temperatures, cutting the production cycle by nearly 30 percent.

At present, 42 production lines in Huairen have completed intelligent upgrading, helping raise qualified product rates of local producers to 85 percent while dropping unit energy consumption by 18 percent.

While intelligent manufacturing and green development are driving cost-effective production, Huairen ceramic businesses now focus more on design and building emotional and cultural bonds with consumers.

Just like the fine exhibits they brought to the Beijing expo from November 5 to 8, ceramic products of 1,000-plus types from Huairen, including elegant tableware for hotels and co-branded products printed with Disney characters, are on display in a spacious exhibition hall in Yiwu International Trade City.

Beside the hall, a 1,000-square-meter ceramics warehouse for cross-border trade is providing global merchants with access to one-stop product selection and order-placing, bringing Huairen ceramics to daily life of global consumers.

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Oceanpayment to Showcase OP Link for Cross-Border QR Payments at SFF 2026

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Oceanpayment will showcase OP Link at the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2026, taking place November 18–20 at Singapore EXPO.

HONG KONG, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Digital wallets and QR code payments are part of everyday life worldwide. From shopping and dining to getting around, consumers rely on familiar local wallets, which may not always be accepted abroad.

Using local wallets abroad involves more than adding a payment method. Payment networks, banking systems, and clearing arrangements vary by market. Cross-border QR payments require network connections, transaction data exchange, currency conversion, clearing, and settlement.

Greater interoperability between payment networks is playing an increasingly important role in extending local payment methods across borders.

A traveler may scan a merchant’s QR code with a familiar local wallet; the merchant accepts payment through its existing QR network. Providers across markets must coordinate transaction processing and settlement.

For wallet operators, banks, and payment service providers, cross-border connectivity can extend service reach, reduce duplicate integrations, and support more consumer payment scenarios.

To address this need, Oceanpayment offers OP Link, a cross-border payment connectivity service designed to connect local wallets with payment acceptance networks across markets. OP Link provides wallet operators, banks, payment service providers, and acquiring partners with QR payment connectivity, transaction routing, and support for clearing and settlement coordination. Its capabilities include network access, currency conversion, transaction status synchronization, and cross-network reconciliation, helping simplify coordination between payment systems and extend local payment services to more cross-border consumer scenarios.

As payment networks evolve, SFF 2026 will bring together finance and technology leaders to explore five forces reshaping global finance: geoeconomics, technology, capital, talent, and policy.

At SFF 2026, Oceanpayment will highlight OP Link’s cross-border wallet connectivity and QR payment network integration capabilities. It will also present its integrated payment solutions, including Global Acquiring, Global Issuing, OPCCOUNT (Global Accounts), and OPNexus (Payment Suite & Services).

Oceanpayment has integrated more than 500 payment methods, with services available in over 230 countries and regions. It supports more than 140 transaction currencies and over 10 settlement currencies, serving more than 200,000 businesses worldwide.

Global payment connectivity is reflected in every transaction, from consumers using local wallets abroad to payment networks working across markets. Oceanpayment will continue collaborating with financial institutions and payment network partners to connect local payment capabilities with cross-border consumer needs and support global commerce.

For more information, visit www.oceanpayment.com.

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CX SUMMIT 2026: FULLY LOADED AND NOT TO BE MISSED AS ASIA’S CX LEADERS GATHER IN KUALA LUMPUR

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With 30 technology and innovation partners, regional transformation stories, powerful thought leadership and an immersive #DigitalCX Marketplace, the 11th Customer Experience (CX) Summit promises two action-packed days for customer experience leaders across Asia Pacific.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With just two weeks to go, CX Summit 2026 is gearing up for its 11th edition on 25–26 November 2026 at the magnificent Sunway Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. Under the theme “CX – Connected by Intelligence”, the event will bring together CX leaders, business executives, technology innovators and industry practitioners for two days of thought leadership, practical insights, regional transformation stories and technology showcases.

A POWERHOUSE OF IDEAS, INSIGHTS AND TRANSFORMATION

The programme features an exciting mix of industry thought leaders, regional experts and practitioners exploring the forces redefining customer experience, digital transformation and the future of business.

A key highlight will be “ORIENTAL Dreams. ASEAN Rising.”, an exclusive showcase of real transformation journeys and success stories spanning six geographies across Asia. Through practical case studies and first-hand experiences, delegates will gain insights into how organisations are navigating change, leveraging intelligence and technology, and delivering meaningful business and customer outcomes.

The highly anticipated “Meeting of Minds” engagements via expert panel discussions will further explore three critical dimensions of transformation – Digital, People and CX Best Practices – encouraging deeper conversations and fresh perspectives.

The Summit will also unveil the 3rd Edition of The State of CX in Malaysia Report, including the announcement of the Top 100 Brands in CX in Malaysia and the 2026 National CX Index.

30 PARTNERS. ONE DIGITAL CX MARKETPLACE. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES.

Beyond the conference sessions, the Summit’s signature #DigitalCX Marketplace will bring together 30 technology and innovation partners showcasing the latest capabilities transforming customer engagement.

Leading the way are some of the world’s most recognised technology brands, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Genesys, AVAYA, Zoom, Zendesk, NTT, alongside a strong ecosystem of technology providers and solution partners.

From artificial intelligence and customer engagement platforms to automation, analytics and next-generation CX solutions, delegates can explore emerging technologies, engage directly with solution experts and discover opportunities to translate innovation into tangible business value.

ASIA PACIFIC COMES TOGETHER IN MALAYSIA

The regional dimension will be further strengthened by the participation of the CC-APAC regional alliance and its members.

Bringing together industry leaders and practitioners from across the region, the gathering will provide a platform to showcase some of Asia Pacific’s most inspiring transformation programmes, exchange experiences and strengthen collaboration across the wider CX ecosystem.

With Malaysia hosting the regional alliance’s engagements this November, the occasion also reinforces the country’s growing position as an important hub for customer experience excellence, innovation and industry development.

Commenting on the upcoming Summit, Vigneswaran Sivalingam, Organizing Chair of CX Summit 2026 and Protem Chairperson of CX Malaysia, said:

“This year’s CX Summit is FULLY LOADED and NOT TO BE MISSED! I encourage every CX leader, expert and enthusiast to join us. If customer experience, digital transformation and the future of business matter to you, Sunway Resort Hotel is where you need to be on 25 and 26 November. We have curated a two-day engagement that will enrich every CX practitioner & solution provider”

TWO DAYS. ONE DESTINATION. A REGION OF POSSIBILITIES.

From business leaders and CX practitioners to technology innovators and aspiring professionals, CX Summit 2026 offers an opportunity to connect with the people, ideas and innovations shaping the next chapter of customer experience in Asia Pacific.

Don’t just hear about the future of CX. Be part of the conversation.

CX SUMMIT 2026 : “CX – CONNECTED BY INTELLIGENCE”

Date: 25–26 November 2026
Venue: Sunway Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Delegate Registration: https://cxsummit.com.my/register-2/

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