EchoStar
EchoStar Corporation is a leading provider of broadband satellite technologies and Internet services globally, headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. The company operates through two primary segments: Hughes and EchoStar Satellite Services (ESS). The Hughes segment focuses on delivering satellite broadband services, network technologies, and managed services primarily for residential, small to medium-sized businesses, and government sectors across more than 100 countries. It also designs and installs satellite gateways and terminal equipment. The ESS segment utilizes owned and leased satellites to offer comprehensive satellite services to a range of clients, including government entities, Internet service providers, and content providers. Established in 2007, EchoStar has a rich history of innovation in satellite and video technology, contributing significantly to the evolution of consumer television experiences. Additionally, the company has expanded into wireless services, building a nationwide network and offering services to millions of customers under various brands.
Widevine Technologies
Series C in 2009
Widevine Technologies specializes in providing digital rights management (DRM) and video optimization solutions for content owners, internet video providers, retailers, and video operators. The company develops encryption and key-management software systems that secure video services across broadband networks. Its primary offerings include Cypher, a conditional access and DRM solution that safeguards various media formats such as linear broadcasts, video on demand, file downloads, and streamed content. Additionally, Widevine offers Mensor, a theft deterrent and consumer identification tool that allows content owners and service providers to monitor and identify the distribution of multimedia content across devices. By leveraging these technologies, Widevine enables its clients to effectively manage, deliver, and monetize digital entertainment across multiple platforms.
CinemaNow
Series E in 2006
CinemaNow Corporation is an Internet service provider that offers on-demand streaming media, allowing viewers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom to access a wide range of content. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California, the company provides a platform for streaming over 4,000 feature-length films, shorts, music concerts, and television programs from over 250 licensors, including major studios like Disney, Warner Bros, and Lionsgate. In addition to its streaming services, CinemaNow delivers digital entertainment technology solutions that support video stores and consumer electronics, as well as broadband video-on-demand services. The company also features PatchBay, a proprietary system for content distribution and digital rights management. As of January 2016, CinemaNow operates as a subsidiary of FilmOn.TV Networks Inc.
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