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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sofa Digital Adds Three Specialty Film Channels, as FAST Markets, Led by Samsung TV Plus, Boom in Brazil (EXCLUSIVE)
Rio de Janeiro, BRAZIL — Brazilian indie specialty channel network Sofa Digital will announce in Rio2C 2025 the launch of three new specialty channels on platforms of free advertising-supported streaming television (FAST) in Brazil. Filmelier TV Esperanca, Filmelier TV Paixao and Filmelier TV Vida Real will be added to the FAST platforms Samsung TV Plus, LG Channels, TCL Channels, Pluto TV and Roku Channels, Fabio Lima, CEO of Sofa, told Variety. More from Variety Brazil Emerges as FAST Streaming Powerhouse, Set to Soon Become Its Second Biggest International Market in the World (EXCLUSIVE) Rio2C's Industry Pitching Captures a Brazil Intent on Remembering the Forgotten, Its Slaves, Extraordinary Artists and an Emblematic Guerrilla Fighter O2 Filmes to Produce a Biopic of Samba Star Elza Soares: 'If She Were American, She Would be Compared to Ella Fitzgerald'(EXCLUSIVE) As the original Filmelier TV, the three new channels will feature programs with 24-hours of indie pics dubbed to Portuguese. Filmelier TV Esperanca (Hope) will have pics with plots centered on faith and the overcoming of difficulties. Filmelier TV Paixao (Passion) will offer romantic comedies, crime of passion plots and other films alike. Filmelier TV Vida Real (True Life) will have biopics, docs, and war and historical films, said Lima. The three specialty channels are gradually boarding the different FAST platforms in Brazil, as well as in Mexico and other Latin American countries with feeds in Spanish, he said. With the new additions, Sofa now has a total seven FAST channels. Heavily involved in Rio2C as it focuses on FAST channels, one of the biggest growth axes in Brazil, Lima will be the subject of a Rio2C fireside chat delivering tips on creating a FAST channel on May 27. He delivers a masterclass on building streaming audiences two days later and talks on a panel analyzing streaming economics on May 30. FAST is booming in Brazil, where the sector leader is Samsung TV Plus. South Korean-based Samsung Electronics, the leading seller of smart TV devices in the world and in Brazil, launched Samsung TV Plus in South Korea in 2015, according to Aline Jabbour, director of Samsung TV Plus for Latin America. The company then deployed the services in Europe and the U.S., also launching in Brazil in 2020. The platform is now available in 30 countries and has 88 million active users, defined as viewers connected at least 15 minutes per day. Brazil is in the second position on Samsung TV Plus' ranking, behind only the US, totalling 22.4 million active users, she said, which means 89.6 million potential customers watch the platform's programming. Samsung TV Plus' lineup in Brazil consists of about 120 channels of different types. It has channels available in pay-TV, such as CNN Brasil and Record News and indie specialty channels, such as Sofa's bouquet. Some channels originated in YouTube, Instagram and other social media, such as Case TV, which has the rights for Brazil of some top sports events. The platform also includes single IP (intellectual property) channels, which focus on a single program, such as 'Os Dez Mandamentos' (a TV Record telenovela), 'Malhacao' (a TV Globo soap opera/telenovela) and 'MasterChef.' Telenovela channels lead the audience on Samsung TV Plus in Brazil, followed by news, film and kids channels, Jabbour said. But sports channels, namely Case TV, can lead the audience when it airs important live soccer matches and during the Summer Olympics. Lima and Jabbour attribute the FAST boom in Brazil to several factors. First, the service is free, which is key to the success in a country in development such as Brazil, where consumers are notoriously price sensitive. The service is easy to access. As soon as you turn on the TV set, a show pops up on screen, and it is simple to navigate and select another channel. Brazilians are used to free-to-air TV and to watching shows with advertising breaks, including films – as long as they do not interrupt a soccer match. Finally, the channels are segmented. 'Curators organize the content to specific audiences. We are at a state of the industry in which the curatorial work is key. Curatorship is the new distribution,' Lima told Variety. Jabbour stresses the successful business model of FAST, which is based on segmented advertising. Samsung uses an automatic content recognition (ACR) software to collect data from each smart TV. The software monitors what the viewers of each device are watching, if subscribed streamers, such as Netflix or Prime Video or pay-TV, open-TV or FAST channels, and it can even recognize if the viewers are playing a video game. It points out what channels and the specific shows the viewers watch. 'We don't know who is watching, but we know exactly the consumer habits of each device. Advertising is much more sophisticated in FAST than in open TV,' said Jabbour. 'FAST is an evolution of open TV and pay TV, combined with the modern advantages of streaming. 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Sharjah 24
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sultan Adil leads UAE National Team to victory over North Korea
Last-Gasp Winner in Stoppage Time UAE national team clinched a thrilling win in the 98th minute, thanks to Sultan Adil's decisive goal on Tuesday in Group A of the World Cup qualifiers. The match started with Fabio Lima opening the scoring in the 5th minute, giving the team an early lead. However, North Korea equalised in the 44th minute through Kim Yu-Song , setting up a tense second half. Standings After the Victory With this win, UAE national team now sits in third place with 13 points, while North Korea remains at the bottom of the group with just 2 points. Meanwhile, in the same group, Iran and Uzbekistan played out a 2-2 draw, bringing Iran's tally to 20 points, keeping them at the top of the table, while Uzbekistan follows in second place with 17 points. In another match, Kyrgyzstan defeated Qatar 3-1, moving up to 6 points in fifth place, while Qatar remains in fourth with 10 points.
Associated Press
22-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Expert Fabio Lima Expands Gracie Barra Legacy in Columbia, Missouri
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu expert and 3rd-degree black belt Fabio Lima brings elite training to Columbia, Missouri. As head instructor of Gracie Barra Columbia, he continues a historic lineage while shaping the next generation of martial artists through advanced techniques and a strong focus on self-defense. Missouri, United States, March 22, 2025 -- A Distinguished Lineage in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Fabio Lima's journey in martial arts began in his home country of Brazil, where he trained under coral belt Master Carlos Liberi, a direct student of Grand Master George Gracie. With this prestigious background, Professor Lima has spent decades refining his skills, particularly in back takes and submissions—techniques that have earned him recognition in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community. Before moving to the United States, Lima owned and operated his own Gracie Barra academy in Brazil, where he trained thousands of students and introduced Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to over 200 children daily at a local elementary school. His formal education includes a degree in Physical Education and a postgraduate degree in Sports Nutrition, allowing him to integrate a scientific approach into his training methods. Establishing Gracie Barra Columbia as a Leading Martial Arts Academy Now at the helm of Gracie Barra Columbia, Lima is elevating the standard of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training in Missouri. His academy, part of the global Gracie Barra network with over 1,000 locations worldwide, provides a structured curriculum focused on technical mastery, self-discipline, and real-world self-defense applications. Lima's emphasis on self-defense is a defining feature of his teaching philosophy. Recognizing the growing need for practical self-protection skills, he has dedicated himself to ensuring that students—particularly women and children—gain confidence and the ability to defend themselves effectively. 'Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is more than a sport; it's a tool for empowerment and self-improvement,' says Lima. 'My goal is to make these life-changing skills accessible to as many people as possible.' An Avid Competitor and Dedicated Practitioner Beyond his role as an instructor, Fabio Lima remains an active competitor in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Traveling regularly to compete in prestigious tournaments around the world, Lima continues to test his skills against the best athletes in the sport. His commitment to competition not only keeps him sharp but also serves as an inspiration to his students, showing them the importance of perseverance, discipline, and continuous learning. Lima's competitive spirit is an integral part of his teaching, as he instills the values of hard work and dedication into every class he leads. A Community Leader and Mentor Lima's influence extends beyond the walls of his academy. As a mentor and advocate for martial arts education, he fosters a positive and disciplined learning environment that attracts students of all ages. His engaging teaching style, combined with his deep knowledge of the sport, has made Gracie Barra Columbia a respected institution in the community. Outside of teaching, Lima enjoys spending time with his wife, Lais, and son, Theo. His warm demeanor and dedication to his students have made him not only a respected instructor but also a valued member of the Columbia community. About Gracie Barra Columbia Gracie Barra Columbia Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense is a premier martial arts academy dedicated to teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defense. As part of the worldwide Gracie Barra network, the academy provides structured training programs designed for students of all ages and experience levels. Media Contact Fabio Lima Head instructor-Professor, Gracie Barra Columbia Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense Contact Info: Name: Fabio Lima Organization: Gracie Barra Columbia Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Self Defense Release ID: 89155863
