Telkomsel, the largest mobile operator in Indonesia has partnered with Swedish video technology vendor Accedo to enhance its new video service MAXstream with additional Streaming TV Channels and 2018 FIFA World Cup content.
Headquartered in Stockholm, Accedo offers a portfolio of experience centric video solutions that enable our customers to monetize video and transform video services.
MAXstream is currently available as either an iOS or Android app that delivers VOD content via installed 3rd party applications which include Hooq, Viu, Catchplay and SuperSoccer TV.
Accedo has worked with Telkomsel and technology partners, including Harmonic with its VOS 360 media processing SaaS, and CastLabs to extend MAXstream to offer in-app live TV channels. This will include coverage of all 64 of the 2018 FIFA World Cup matches, as well as a mix of local Indonesian and International content.
Crispin Tristram, VP, Digital Lifestyle, Telkomsel
We knew that in order to drive retention and brand loyalty that implementing innovative developments within our service was the next step. Our partnership with Accedo is now allowing us to bring great live video to mobile devices for our customers on the go.
Matt Kossatz, VP APAC, Accedo
Sports content is a major engagement factor with audiences. Big events in particular, such as the World Cup draw in very large viewing numbers. We’re thrilled to be working with Telkomsel in delivering on this time critical project ahead of the World Cup.
