Move Networks and iStreamPlanet Sign Agreement to Integrate HD-Quality Video Platform Technology

Move Networks and iStreamPlanet Sign Agreement to Integrate HD-Quality Video Platform Technology

iStreamPlanet Tapped to Develop Multiple Silverlight Templates for Move Network Customers

LAS VEGAS and AMERICAN FORK, Utah, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- iStreamPlanet and Move Networks today revealed their strategic partnership to enhance and simplify delivery of next-generation HD-quality video applications across multiple platforms. Move Networks is the leading provider of Internet television services while iStreamPlanet is an innovator of digital media strategy, managed webcasting services, and Rich Internet Applications.

Under the open-ended agreement, the two companies will benefit from a mutual referral and reseller relationship. iStreamPlanet has also developed robust, customized media player templates with Move Networks to make it easier to rapidly deploy content through Microsoft(R) Silverlight(TM), a cross-browser, multiplatform plug-in for delivering the next generation of media experiences and rich interactive applications via the web. These templates are also integrated into iStreamPlanet's new Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform, currently in trials.

"We're very pleased to have established a mutually beneficial relationship with the iStreamPlanet team as they have an unmatched history in managed webcasting, both live and on-demand," said John Edwards, CEO of Move Networks. "We are always looking for ways to accelerate the delivery of premium quality video experiences to broader audiences. By partnering with iStreamPlanet we are able to offer turnkey HD video solutions to a new tier of customers, thus extending the reach of our technology and accelerating the delivery of Internet television to millions."

As a result of this partnership, Move Networks' adaptive stream technology can be leveraged by a much broader customer base. The biggest names in television broadcasting have already chosen to stream their most popular shows online using the Move Networks publishing system, due to their innovative technology and the economic and quality benefits it offers. Move and iStreamPlanet will be able to offer customers an integrated platform to support the rapid creation and deployment of rich, interactive, HD-quality video applications and managed webcasting of live events. Customers will benefit from the most powerful and flexible end-to-end solution available for the delivery of unparalleled quality in Internet television, with multi-format content that adjusts automatically to the viewing platform, whether a laptop computer or smart phone.

"We're delighted that Move Networks has chosen to partner and collaborate with us, as they're widely acknowledged to be at the forefront of delivering high fidelity Internet television," said Mio Babic, founder and CEO of iStreamPlanet. "Adaptive streaming is a key to consistent and high-quality, TV-type of video experience on the Internet. Partnering with Move Networks places us in a unique position to offer this truly revolutionary technology to our customers, and to continue to innovate ahead of market trends."

iStreamPlanet's new Digital Asset Management system, iStream Director(TM), offers content publishers ultimate flexibility in customizing the user experience. Built from the ground up to support management of video assets from multiple sources and across multiple formats, it offers numerous features designed to make media workflow easier and more productive, spanning five key areas: ingest and transcoding, workflow, metadata, rights management and playout/reporting.

About Move Networks

Move Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of Internet television services that drive the growth and support of online audiences for leading broadcasters and publishers including Fox, ABC, the CW, and Discovery. The video technologies and services developed and managed by Move Networks enable leading brands to deliver live and on-demand programming to millions of people without the buffering, stalling, and low-quality viewing experiences common with competing technologies. More info is at http://www.movenetworks.com/.

About iStreamPlanet

iStreamPlanet(R) develops and provides digital media strategy, managed webcasting services, and Rich Internet Applications. The company successfully integrates managed services and SaaS-based digital media applications that cover all aspects of a media delivery, enabling enterprises and other content owners to distribute and monetize their digital media across multiple platforms. iStreamPlanet's team of digital media and broadcast experts have managed and enabled the deployment of more than 1,000 large live events viewed online by millions. The world's top business leaders (American Express, AT&T, Caterpillar, Microsoft), trendiest music festivals (Bonnaroo, Coachella, SXSW), most popular sporting events (Masters Golf Tournament, Phoenix Suns, World Series of Poker), and major broadcasters (CBS Television, Cablevision, Fox International) rely on iStreamPlanet's digital media solutions. Through its partnership with Smart City, iStreamPlanet also supports over 60 of the largest U.S. convention centers and event facilities. Founded in 2000, the privately held company is headquartered in Las Vegas with offices in Orlando, Florida; Scottsdale, Arizona; and Washington, D.C. More information is available by calling 702-492-5900 or visiting http://www.istreamplanet.com/.

(C)2008 iStreamPlanet Co. iStreamPlanet and iStream Director are trademarks or registered trademarks of iStreamPlanet Co. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.

Media Contacts:
Lisa Hawes Mary Kay Evans
Sterling Communications for iStreamPlanet Move Networks
408-884-5155 801-592-5575
lhawes@sterlingpr.commkevans@movenetworks.com

Source: iStreamPlanet

CONTACT: Media, Lisa Hawes of Sterling Communications, +1-408-884-5155,
lhawes@sterlingpr.com, for iStreamPlanet; or Mary Kay Evans of Move Networks,
+1-801-592-5575, mkevans@movenetworks.com

Web Site: http://www.istreamplanet.com/
http://www.movenetworks.com/

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