Verimatrix, setting the standard in content security technologies that enhance the value of pay-TV networks, today announced that it has opened two new offices in France to support a growing base of pay-TV deployments using its Video Content Authority System (VCAS™) for content security. Verimatrix is increasing its presence and support capabilities with bases in Paris and in Sophia Antipolis in order to serve its rapidly-developing customer network in this key region.
“Europe has the largest IPTV adoption rate globally and France is the leading country with innovative business models that enable compelling choices for consumers,” said Bob Larribeau, principal analyst and co-founder of TelcomView. “With its leading position on content security, Verimatrix is providing solutions for some of the largest deployments in the region.”
“We feel that now is an appropriate time to have a permanent base in France. As the heart of the technology sector in France, Sophia Antipolis is the perfect location for us, whilst Paris remains the economic centre in the region,” commented Robert Payne, the Verimatrix vice president of sales for EMEA. “These office placements will help us serve our growing client base to the highest possible standard allowing us to be on hand for support and consultation.”
Verimatrix currently secures more than 80 global pay-TV deployments, including eight tier one operators, and has topped the MRG IPTV Market Leader Report as the world’s most widely deployed IPTV content security for the last two consecutive analysis periods. The company has delivered more than 2 million set-top box licenses and is ISO 9001:2000 certified.
About Verimatrix
Verimatrix sets the standard for software-based content security and revenue enhancement technologies in pay-TV networks, with a global customer base of telecommunications providers. The Verimatrix Video Content Authority System™ (VCAS) offers a suite of next-generation technologies that protect content and enhance revenue streams, while combating digital piracy wherever it occurs within the distribution chain. The company’s content security experts maintain close relationships with the major Hollywood studios to help address the challenges facing pay-TV networks of today, and those of tomorrow. Verimatrix’s customers benefit with most favorable access to premium content, enabling the richest, most versatile viewing experience for their digital video subscribers. For more information on why VCAS is the most widely deployed IPTV content security system with tier one operators, please visit www.verimatrix.com