Accedo to operate and enhance Turkish streaming platform Exxen
To extend its global footprint, Acunmedya, has appointed Accedo to take full responsibility of operating, managing and enhancing the Exxen service
Global video streaming software and services provider Accedo has been selected by Acunmedya to take full control of its Turkish subscription-based streaming platform, Exxen. The partnership aims to strengthen Exxen's global presence by entrusting Accedo with the complete operation, management and enhancement of the service, benefiting over 500,000 subscribers worldwide.
Acunmedya, a powerhouse in television production and broadcasting, produces more than 5,000 hours of primetime content annually and operates two major national TV channels in Turkey. With additional ventures in production companies and football clubs, Acunmedya leverages its extensive media footprint to offer Exxen viewers a rich blend of original Turkish content, international productions, and live sports.
To elevate the platform's performance and user experience, Accedo has delivered a comprehensive end-to-end solution. This includes managing technical infrastructure through partnerships, overseeing user and content data migration, and deploying applications across connected TV, mobile and web platforms. The entire technical operation of Exxen is now handled by Accedo, ensuring high-quality, uninterrupted service—even during high-traffic periods around live sporting events—thanks to real-time monitoring via Accedo Insights, its award-winning observability tool.
Meliksah İşcan, EVP of Acunmedya, said: 'In a rapidly evolving technological and commercial landscape, agility is key to sustaining growth. At Exxen, our complex and dynamic operations demand a flexible, future-ready platform strategy. Our partnership with Accedo and its end-to-end platform management marks a pivotal step in this direction. Accedo's proven expertise in video solutions and its adaptive, collaborative approach have enabled us to streamline daily workflows, enhance user experience, and align our technology with our long-term growth strategy. This partnership allows us to focus on delivering high-quality content while ensuring that our platform remains scalable, efficient, and ready for continued expansion.'
Michael Lantz, CEO, Accedo Group, added: 'Exxen is a popular streaming service delivering a wide range of premium and exclusive content to viewers in Turkey and beyond. With hugely popular content, Exxen needed a partner who could help manage those peaks while delivering state of the art user experiences. We look forward to continuing to support further growth of the service.'
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