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Business Wire
8 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Access Advance Video Distribution Patent Pool Gains Further Momentum with the Signing of Alibaba, ZTE, and Youku
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Access Advance LLC today announced that Alibaba Group and ZTE Corporation have joined the Video Distribution Patent ("VDP") Pool as Licensors and Alibaba Group's subsidiary Youku, one of China's leading video streaming platforms, has joined as a Licensee. The participation of these industry leaders strengthens the VDP Pool's comprehensive licensing solution by adding extensive patent portfolios, including significant contributions to both the HEVC/H.265 and the VVC/H.266 standard, while expanding coverage to Youku's massive user base. "We're delighted to welcome Alibaba, ZTE and Youku to the VDP Pool," said Peter Moller, CEO of Access Advance. "We're delighted to welcome Alibaba, ZTE and Youku to the VDP Pool," said Peter Moller, CEO of Access Advance. "The addition of Alibaba and ZTE as Licensors brings critical intellectual property assets to the VDP Pool, while Youku's participation as a Licensee demonstrates the value of the pool's flexibility, predictable cost model, and simplified administration for major streaming platforms. They join other technology leaders including ByteDance, Kuaishou, NTT Docomo, and Tencent in demonstrating the VDP Pool's value for the global streaming ecosystem." These additions to the VDP Pool further support the pool's balanced approach, where both patent owners and implementers benefit from simplified licensing. Additionally, they underscore how the VDP Pool enables innovation by serving the evolving needs of today's interconnected video distribution landscape and providing maximum flexibility for codec deployment across diverse business models. About Access Advance: Access Advance LLC is an independent licensing administrator company formed to lead the development, administration, and management of patent pools for licensing essential patents of the most important video codec technologies. Access Advance provides a transparent and efficient licensing mechanism for both patent owners and patent implementers. Access Advance manages and administers the HEVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing over 27,500 patents essential to H.265/HEVC technology and the VVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing essential patents to H.266/VVC technology. The company's Multi-Codec Bridging Agreement provides eligible licensees with a single discounted royalty rate structure for licensees participating in both the HEVC Advance and VVC Advance pools. In addition, Access Advance offers the VDP Pool, a comprehensive licensing solution for video streaming services covering HEVC, VVC, VP9, and AV1 codecs. For more information, please visit:
National Post
9 hours ago
- Business
- National Post
Access Advance Video Distribution Patent Pool Gains Further Momentum with the Signing of Alibaba, ZTE, and Youku
Article content BOSTON — Access Advance LLC today announced that Alibaba Group and ZTE Corporation have joined the Video Distribution Patent ('VDP') Pool as Licensors and Alibaba Group's subsidiary Youku, one of China's leading video streaming platforms, has joined as a Licensee. The participation of these industry leaders strengthens the VDP Pool's comprehensive licensing solution by adding extensive patent portfolios, including significant contributions to both the HEVC/H.265 and the VVC/H.266 standard, while expanding coverage to Youku's massive user base. Article content 'We're delighted to welcome Alibaba, ZTE and Youku to the VDP Pool,' said Peter Moller, CEO of Access Advance. 'The addition of Alibaba and ZTE as Licensors brings critical intellectual property assets to the VDP Pool, while Youku's participation as a Licensee demonstrates the value of the pool's flexibility, predictable cost model, and simplified administration for major streaming platforms. They join other technology leaders including ByteDance, Kuaishou, NTT Docomo, and Tencent in demonstrating the VDP Pool's value for the global streaming ecosystem.' Article content These additions to the VDP Pool further support the pool's balanced approach, where both patent owners and implementers benefit from simplified licensing. Additionally, they underscore how the VDP Pool enables innovation by serving the evolving needs of today's interconnected video distribution landscape and providing maximum flexibility for codec deployment across diverse business models. Article content About Access Advance: Article content Access Advance LLC is an independent licensing administrator company formed to lead the development, administration, and management of patent pools for licensing essential patents of the most important video codec technologies. Access Advance provides a transparent and efficient licensing mechanism for both patent owners and patent implementers. Article content Access Advance manages and administers the HEVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing over 27,500 patents essential to H.265/HEVC technology and the VVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing essential patents to H.266/VVC technology. The company's Multi-Codec Bridging Agreement provides eligible licensees with a single discounted royalty rate structure for licensees participating in both the HEVC Advance and VVC Advance pools. In addition, Access Advance offers the VDP Pool, a comprehensive licensing solution for video streaming services covering HEVC, VVC, VP9, and AV1 codecs. For more information, please visit: Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact: Article content Article content Meredith Hollander Article content Article content Article content Email: Article content press@ Article content Article content Website: Article content Article content Article content
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Monsoon and gynaecological infections: Gynac shares 5 common types, early warning signs and prevention tips
The increased humidity in the monsoon season acts as a breeding ground for infections. Gynaecological infections also spike during this time. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Vinoad Bharrati, director and consultant gynaecologist at Rising Medicare Hospital and Elite Momz, Pune said, 'Sometimes women become compelled to wear such moist undergarments. There's more sweating. All of this causes the intimate area to become more moist and wet, creating a breeding ground for a variety of fungal and bacterial infections.' Also read | Gynaecologist shares 6 tips to reduce the risk of monsoon-related intimate area infections Gynaecological infections spike during monsoon.(Shutterstock) Here are the 5 most common Gynaecological Infections that spike during the monsoon: 1. Vulvovaginal candidiasis: VVC usually is caused by Candida albicans but can occasionally be caused by other Candida species or yeasts. Typical symptoms of VVC include vaginal soreness, external dysuria, and abnormal vaginal discharge. 2. Urinary tract infections: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common infections that affect any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Also read | Women's health: Common gynaecological infections, symptoms and treatment 3. Bacterial vaginosis: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection caused by an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina, leading to symptoms like a fishy odour and unusual discharge 4. Pelvic inflammatory disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. It typically results from an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI), such as chlamydia or gonorrhoea. 5. Trichomoniasis: Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. Their symptoms may include burning, itching and unusual discharge. Also read | Gynaecologist shares 9 tips to boost immunity in women during monsoon: 'Add as many spices as possible to your meals' UTI and yeast infections can be very painful.(Pexels) Early warning signs of gynaecological infections: Curdy white discharge. Fowl-smelling discharge Excess itching and discomfort in the intimate area Lower abdominal pain. At times, burning in urine Prevention tips to follow: Use comfortable and cotton inner wear Change inner wear if it is wet Use comfortable and breezy clothes Avoid wearing tight garments Keep intimate area dry Avoid using any fragrance or perfume for intimate area Cleaning the surface before using contaminated public toilets Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Business Wire
31-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Global Technology Leaders Adopt Access Advance's Video Distribution Patent Pool
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A diverse group of global companies across the video ecosystem has joined Access Advance's Video Distribution Patent ("VDP") Pool and is now sharing why they selected this pool. Positioned as a balanced, transparent, and comprehensive video codec licensing solution for the video streaming industry, the pool brings together major patent holders, video platform operators, and stakeholders in the consumer device market in an effort to help the industry navigate the complex licensing challenges in the rapidly evolving video distribution markets. The VDP Pool has attracted an unprecedented list of industry leaders as both licensors and licensees, including ByteDance, Dolby, JVC Kenwood, Kuaishou, HFI (an affiliate of MediaTek), Mitsubishi, OPPO, Philips, Tencent, and other[s] Share The VDP Pool has attracted an unprecedented list of industry leaders as both licensors and licensees, including ByteDance, Dolby, JVC Kenwood, Kuaishou, HFI (an affiliate of MediaTek), Mitsubishi, OPPO, Philips, Tencent, and other major technology companies. This broad participation spans the entire video ecosystem, from content platforms serving billions of users to semiconductor companies powering video devices worldwide. Collaborative Framework Simplifies Licensing "Participating in the VDP Pool underscores our ongoing commitment to open collaboration and equitable innovation," said Juan Qi, Chief IP Counsel of ByteDance"Together with industry participants, we aim to foster a healthy patent ecosystem that not only inspires creativity worldwide but also nurtures a sustainable video community for the future." Yuan Lu, the CIPO at Kuaishou highlighted the pool's role in accelerating innovation: "Contributing our patents while gaining access to the broader ecosystem perfectly aligns with our vision: connecting hundreds of millions of users through livestreaming and short videos, empowering communities and businesses with cutting-edge technology and innovative products, and fueling high-quality digital-driven economic acceleration in China and beyond. This partnership enables us and others in the industry to focus on delivering even more engaging platforms for creators and their audiences." OPPO, a global smart device brand with leading market share in the mobile device industry, praised how the pool helps to balance the interests between licensors and licensees: "We are pleased to be part of a collective effort that encourages transparency and balance in the patent licensing for video streaming industry. The VDP Pool demonstrates how collaborative licensing can support long-term growth for the ecosystem which is consistent with OPPO's sustained IP strategy," said Vincent Lin, Head of Patent Licensing at OPPO. "One License, Four Codecs" Supports Innovation The VDP Pool's innovative licensing model covers standard essential patents for all four major video codecs currently used by video distribution providers: HEVC (H.265), VVC (H.266), VP9, and AV1. This comprehensive approach allows companies to add, drop, or switch codecs without licensing constraints or renegotiation, providing unprecedented flexibility in today's dynamic market. MediaTek, a leading semiconductor company, emphasized the pool's importance for device manufacturers: "HFI joined VDP because it will promote the adoption of the latest and greatest codecs in the content portfolio and, in turn, drive innovation in the device ecosystem," said Steven Liu, Director, Legal & IP at MediaTek. Dolby also expressed its strong support for the collaborative model. 'As an innovator and collaborator in video technologies, we're pleased to contribute our patents to the VDP Pool," said Andy Sherman, Executive Vice President, Patent Licensing, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Dolby. "This licensing framework supports the industry and brings licensors and licensees together to ensure that innovation remains accessible to the video streaming industry while also fostering continued growth and development of next-generation video experiences." Shu-Jia Mei, leader of patent licensing at Tencent emphasized the operational benefits: "The VDP Pool's one-stop licensing model promises increased certainty and efficiency for the video codec market. As both a licensor and licensee, we are committed to helping the industry foster a robust and sustainable video codec ecosystem, which empowers innovators to focus on creating advanced video technologies that meet the needs of users." Proven Track Record Drives Confidence The strong industry support builds on Access Advance 's proven track record administering the licensing of over 30,000 patents in the HEVC Advance Patent Pool and the VVC Advance Patent Pool, which have gained support from a substantial majority of video codec implementers and patent owners globally. "The rapid adoption by industry leaders validates our collaborative approach," said Peter Moller, CEO of Access Advance. "The VDP Pool successfully balances implementers' need for fair and balanced royalty rates, predictable costs and operational flexibility with patent owners' need for fair compensation to support continued investment in innovation. This broad group of licensors and licensees demonstrates that the industry recognizes the value of working together to create a fair and balanced program.' With royalty rates now published and licensing agreements available, Access Advance expects continued rapid adoption as companies seek to simplify their patent licensing strategies. The collaborative framework established by the VDP Pool represents a new model for standards-essential patent licensing that prioritizes industry-wide innovation over individual patent monetization strategies. About ByteDance: Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. Today, ByteDance continues to make it easy and fun for billions of people to connect, consume and create content through a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, CapCut, TikTok Shop, Lark, PICO and MLBB, as well as those specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, Fanqie, Xigua, Feishu and Douyin E-commerce. ByteDance's investors include Coatue, General Atlantic, KKR, SIG, and Softbank. About Dolby: Dolby Laboratories is a global leader in audio and video technologies, creating innovative solutions that enhance entertainment experiences across cinema, broadcast, mobile, and streaming platforms. The company has been pioneering audio-visual technologies for over 50 years, holding thousands of patents worldwide. About Kuaishou: Kuaishou Technology operates China's second-largest short-video platform and a leading live-streaming service, connecting hundreds of millions of daily active users with content creators. Founded in 2011, Kuaishou has pioneered the integration of live-streaming with e-commerce and social commerce experiences. About MediaTek: MediaTek is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures chips for wireless communications, smart TV, connectivity, and AIoT products. The company powers over 2 billion connected devices annually and is a leading provider of system-on-chip solutions for mobile devices, smart TVs, and connectivity platforms. About OPPO: OPPO is a global smart device brand operating in over 60 countries and regions worldwide, providing smartphones, smart wearables, and other connected devices. Founded in 2004, OPPO focuses on innovative technology and design to deliver premium user experiences across its product portfolio. About Tencent: Tencent Holdings Ltd. is a leading global technology company operating Tencent Video, China's premier streaming platform with over 120 million paid subscribers, and WeTV, its international streaming service. The company has established itself as a major innovator in video codec technology, serving hundreds of millions of users worldwide. About Access Advance: Access Advance LLC is an independent licensing administrator company formed to lead the development, administration, and management of patent pools for licensing essential patents of the most important video codec technologies. Access Advance provides a transparent and efficient licensing mechanism for both patent owners and patent implementers. Access Advance manages and administers the HEVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing over 25,500 patents essential to H.265/HEVC technology and the VVC Advance Patent Pool for licensing essential patents to VVC/H.266 technology. The company's Multi-Codec Bridging Agreement provides eligible licensees with a single discounted royalty rate structure for licensees participating in both the HEVC Advance and VVC Advance pools. In addition, Access Advance offers the VDP Pool, a comprehensive licensing solution for video streaming services covering HEVC, VVC, VP9, and AV1 codecs. For more information, please visit:
NDTV
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Vidhu Vinod Chopra's Zero Se Restart Receives Recognition At Germany's Indian Film Festival Stuttgart
New Delhi: Vidhu Vinod Chopra's documentary Zero Se Restart was honoured with The German Star of India 2025 (audience award) at the 22nd Indian Film Festival Stuttgart in Germany. Voted for by the audience, the award recognises outstanding achievements in entertainment for a feature film, according to a press release. Edited and directed by Jaskunwar Singh Kohli, Zero Se Restart, is a behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of the acclaimed film '12th Fail', which was directed and produced by Chopra. "12 Fail" was released in 2023, starring Vikrant Massey in the lead role, and went on to emerge as a successful film, both critically and commercially. It was based on the life of Manoj Kumar Sharma, an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, who, despite belonging to a poor family, became a civil servant. Chopra said he is grateful for the response from Germany. "I'm deeply thrilled that the raw emotion and sincerity of 'Zero Se Restart' have resonated beyond borders. I'm truly grateful for the overwhelming love from the people of Germany," he said in a statement. Kohli called it a surreal feeling. "It feels surreal to have audiences halfway across the world choose our film as their favourite. Thank you, Stuttgart. Thank you, Germany. This was completely unexpected and incredibly heartening. It brings to mind VVC's line from 'Zero Se Restart' — 'Tayyar raho yaara, kabhi bhi kuchh bhi ho sakta hai!' (Be ready, my friend—anything can happen at any time!).' The documentary is streaming on Prime Video.
