16th Apr 2007 16:00
Verimatrix, setting the standard in content security technologiesthat enhance the value of pay-TV networks, today announced theVideoMark(TM) forensic watermarking technology is in the final processof integration with Amino's AmiNET125 set-top box (STB) for commercialdeployments. Driven by significant operator demand, Verimatrix andAmino, recently ranked as the world leading IPTV platform supplier,are able to demonstrate a combination of VCAS and VideoMark contentsecurity capabilities in the most proven and future-proof standarddefinition STB for IPTV and Internet TV applications. A livedemonstration of VideoMark on the AmiNET125 will be featured atNAB2007 in Verimatrix's booth C2651. £ VideoMark user-specific, forensic watermarking technology enablespirated content to be tracked back to its last legal recipient.VideoMark extends the security perimeter of IPTV distribution throughthe so-called "analog hole" and provides a platform far better suitedto deter piracy than competing digital or analog techniques. Theleading multi-codec AmiNET125 features an advanced, low-cost chipsetand highly flexible audio and video outputs that provide a powerfulmeans of delivering sophisticated interactive digital televisionincluding multicast, on demand video and Internet access. £ "As Amino gains market penetration, it is important for us tocontinue offering leading-edge platform solutions. Integrating withVideoMark is a response to market demand and provides a solution thatstays ahead of content owner requirements," said Roy Kirsopp, VP &general manager at Amino. "We are excited to partner with Verimatrixto offer this advanced platform, which ultimately helps future-proofIPTV operators' networks." £ Invisible, user-specific watermarks create an environment withunique advantages to effectively secure content delivered via a STB.In anticipation of content owners mandating the use of digitalwatermarking, a number of significant operators around the world aredeploying VideoMark forensic watermarking as a component of theirlayered content security strategy. £ In addition, integration and deployment costs are minimal sinceVideoMark is a pure software upgrade that does not require anydisruptions or hardware upgrades for existing customers. £ "This integration with Amino further validates VideoMark in themarket and our overall technology roadmap," said Steve Oetegenn, chiefsales and marketing officer. "A strong IPTV partnership ecosystem isgood for our customers and is good for the industry. We truly valuethe growing force of our IPTV partners to help rollout innovativetechnologies." £ About Verimatrix £ Verimatrix sets the standard for software-based content securityand revenue enhancement technologies in pay-TV networks, with a globalcustomer base of telecommunications providers. The Verimatrix VideoContent Authority System(TM) (VCAS) offers a suite of next-generationtechnologies that protect content and enhance revenue streams, whilecombating digital piracy wherever it occurs within the distributionchain. The company's content security experts maintain closerelationships with the major Hollywood studios to help address thechallenges facing pay-TV networks of today, and those of tomorrow.Verimatrix's customers benefit with most favorable access to premiumcontent, enabling the richest, most versatile viewing experience fortheir digital video subscribers. For more information on why VCAS isthe most widely deployed IPTV content security system with tier oneoperators, please visit www.verimatrix.com. £ About Amino Communications £ Amino Communications (www.aminocom.com) supplies the AmiNET(TM)series of set-top boxes, renowned for their low-cost and reliability.The AmiNET range materially reduces service operators' capitalexpenditure, whilst offering the full range of specification required;MPEG2 and MPEG4 encoding standards, standard and high definition TV,personal video recording and home networking. The high performancecoupled with the innovative design of Amino's set-top boxes, hasbrought the series industry accolades and the company a leadingposition within the IPTV market. £ The AmiNET series of IPTV set-top boxes has been used by more than600 customers in commercial deployments and trials in over 50countries worldwide. The set-top boxes have also been sampled by anadditional 900 customers. Amino Communications' principal customersare telecommunications, broadcast and hospitality service operators.Generally, AmiNET products are supplied with the IntAct(TM) IPTVsoftware stack pre-loaded. £ Amino Communications is a wholly owned subsidiary of AminoTechnologies plc. listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM, symbol AMO.Amino's HQ is based near Cambridge, UK, with offices worldwide. Copyright Business Wire 2007Related Shares:
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