ZTE and Netgem collaborate on innovative end-to-end Pay-TV OTT ecosystem

• ZTE and Netgem held a joint demonstration showcasing their innovative  achievements in constructing the Pay-TV ecosystem
• The collaboration between ZTE and Netgem provides complete end-to-end solutions for users to build a comprehensive Pay-TV ecosystem

Amsterdam, Netherlands, 14 September 2024 - ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, and Netgem, a French Pay-TV OTT Platform solution provider founded in 1996, held a ceremony to celebrate their innovative achievements in constructing the Pay-TV OTT ecosystem. This ceremony marks a new phase in their end-to-end Pay-TV OTT ecosystem collaboration and has drawn significant attention in the industry.

ZTE and Netgem have joined forces to build a more competitive end-to-end Pay-TV OTT ecosystem. Leveraging ZTE's strong technology R&D capabilities and industry chain integration expertise, along with Netgem's profound service innovation capabilities with award-winning TV Platform, the partnership offers comprehensive end-to-end solutions for users.

ZTE contributes to the ecosystem with a range of high-performance, multifunctional multimedia terminal products, including STBs, Dongles, Sticks, and Smart Soundbars. These devices, equipped with an open operating system and pre-installed with popular streaming media applications like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+, deliver a variety of content options to meet users' demands for high-quality video playback and smooth operation.

Netgem plays a crucial role in the OTT TV service integration. Drawing on years of experience and deep understanding of Pay-TV, Netgem provides a diverse array of FAST channels by integrating FAST services, Cloud gaming, TV linear and non-linear services, and media aggregation. Additionally, Netgem has established a comprehensive cloud gaming library, offering users a one-stop service experience. The solution also features customizable service options, allowing users to benefit from complete personalized experience via Universal Search and personal recommendations.

ZTE and Netgem's collaborative solution offers not only a broad range of application scenarios but also flexible solutions tailored to different markets - with a very fast time-to-market. For Internet Service Providers (ISPs), this solution is both economical and easy to deploy. It optimizes cost structures, enabling ISPs to enter the market quickly, even with limited resources, to meet the basic needs of local users.

For multinational telecommunications operators, the solution is highly scalable and adaptable. It accommodates various laws, regulations, cultural differences, and user demands across different countries and regions, providing customized services and functions that cater to diverse markets.

This solution has already been successfully deployed on Reunion (France), where it has been operating for over a year. Operators there have expanded beyond traditional live TV and VOD program packages by adding a wealth of FAST channels and a comprehensive cloud gaming library. This enhancement has significantly increased users' willingness to upgrade their devices, creating new revenue streams for operators.

Wu Xin, General Manager of ZTE DHome Product Line, said: "ZTE is very happy to extend its collaboration with Netgem, a highly successful video solution partner for our company. By combining our cutting edge STB technology and industrial expertise with Netgem proven software platform, we look forward to developing new opportunities in Europe and worldwide."

Sylvain Thevenot, Chief Commercial & Customer Officer of Netgem, said: "Netgem is pleased to expand its super-aggregator Streaming platform to the top-of-the-range ZTE devices, providing the best personalized TV experience to users around the world. This partnership brings more content choice, and greater value for Operators, with simple content discovery across traditional TV, titles from the best Streaming Apps, and now offering more FAST channels, and Cloud Gaming all-in-one-place."

This celebratory event marks significant progress in the innovative collaboration between ZTE and Netgem in the Pay-TV field. It contributes to the development of the end-to-end Pay-TV OTT ecosystem, delivering a richer and more efficient entertainment experience to  users worldwide.