A1 Group’s International Business division has expanded its offering with a business-to-business white-label OTT platform in the Cloud. The platform is powered by UniqCast IPTV/OTT technology.
“We joined forces with UniqCast to meet the changing needs of our customers. As a global leader in distributing international TV channels, we understand the importance of offering integrated OTT solutions as part of our comprehensive service”, said Elena Petrova, Head of Group Content and Broadcasting, International Business, at A1 Group. 

To answer market requirements A1 partnered with UniqCast, a provider of turnkey IPTV/OTT/DVB solution that is used in video streaming projects across five continents. “With both companies operating in similar international markets, and UniqCast’s track record of successful IPTV/OTT deployments globally, it was a logical step to embark on this joint collaboration”, continued Ms. Petrova.

A1´s white-label cloud-based OTT streaming service will target operators, broadcasters, and content owners, offering a comprehensive solution that includes. content from up to 60 international premium-quality channels on top of the technical platform. Enhanced by A1´s existing playout and supplementary managed services, this offering  becomes a thoroughly well-rounded solution. 

What makes this white-label video streaming service attractive to A1 clients is the fact that it is a low-CAPEX Platform with a pay-as-you-grow model, making it accessible even for smaller operators. This new addition of the OTT platform to A1’s portfolio of services offered will undoubtedly make it even more appealing to both A1’s existing and potential clients. “Our aim was to deliver a solution for A1 Group, designed to accommodate operators of various types and sizes with adaptable business models”, said Darko Robič, CEO at UniqCast, emphasizing the flexibility of the solution.

The UniqCast platform’s powerful backend allows operators to uniquely present and promote their content with different monetization options. Moreover, leveraging the platform’s multi-tenant features, A1 will provide a white-label model to each operator, enabling them to customize their services with distinct content, pricing, UX, and more. 

A1 will also focus on delivering  premium user experience, allowing  each operator to create their own UI on all client applications tailored to their specific requirements. In addition to content  and pricing, the premium user experience (UX) plays a pivotal role in subscriber retention.. “A1 will now be able to deliver a platform with a genuinely premium UX which will significantly  help the operators to attract new subscribers and minimize churn. “, noted Darko Robič, CEO at UniqCast. 

“We are proud of our long-term relationships with our clients and our dedication to continuously improving our offerings. With A1´s extensive experience in IPTV/OTT solutions and partnership with various TV channels, we believe that we are well-equipped to provide the precise white-label OTT solution our clients need, especially backed by top-tier infrastructure.”, concluded Ms. Petrova.
“We are thrilled to announce that we have already started our first projects together and we are looking forward to enhancing the streaming experience for operators and TV broadcasters worldwide.”, stated Mr. Robič.


About A1 Group
A1 Group, listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange, is a leading provider of digital services and communications solutions in Central and Eastern Europe with around 29 million customers, currently operating in seven countries under the brand A1: Austria, Bulgaria, Belarus, Croatia, the Republic of Serbia, Slovenia and the Republic of North Macedonia.
Offering communications, payment and entertainment services as well as integrated business solutions, A1 Group achieved revenues of 5.3 billion Euros by year end 2023. Around 18,000 employees and state of the art broadband infrastructure make digital business and lifestyle possible and enable people, companies and things to connect everywhere anytime. As European unit of América Móvil, one of the largest wireless services provider in the world, A1 Group is headquartered in Vienna and gives access to global solutions.
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About UniqCast
UniqCast empowers Telcos, ISPs, Broadcasters, OTT, mobile, and DVB operators, and content owners to effortlessly launch and scale captivating IPTV/OTT/DVB services. Our comprehensive, single-source solution combines technology, expertise, and unwavering support, minimizing your project risks and ensuring a fast and successful deployment. We design, develop, and deploy your TV service across all devices, from STBs to Smart TVs and mobile apps, all while optimizing your costs and time to market. As your sole point of contact, we handle everything, from concept to launch and beyond. With proven success across 5 continents and deep industry expertise, we tailor our approach to your unique needs and vision. Contact us today at sales@uniqcast.com and discover how UniqCast can be your trusted partner in multi-screen success.