Conditional Access and DRM: Focus On CATV, DBS and IPTV Platforms

Impacts of Downloadable CAS, OCAP, Secure Video Processors and DRM

Conditional Access and DRM Markets are impacting the service provider platforms CATV, DBS and IPTV. This study discusses the emergence of downloadable CAS and DRM and how each of the leading vendors and suppliers is positioned to take advantage of these emerging technologies. It also provides discussion, detailed forecasts, and market trend analysis for OCAP, two-way-ready DCR devices (IDCR TVs and CE devices) and software based DRM. Market segmentation data is interpreted with rigorous analysis and updated with the latest trends, news and vendor partnership announcements. Five-year forecasts allow readers to carry out longer-term planning, and enable existing players and new entrants to understand this growing ecosystem. All text is provided in Adobe PDF format, and forecasts are Microsoft Excel files to facilitate ease of use.

What Questions Does This Report Answer?

  • What is the impact of downloadable CAS on CATV and its vendors?
  • Is DRM the disruptive technology that will take over CAS market share?
  • Are current leading CAS vendors positioned to benefit from disruptive innovations?
  • Will DRM help build market share for IPTV providers against CATV and DBS?
  • What consortia and standards pertain to CA and DRM?
  • Who are the leading providers of conditional access and digital rights management?
  • How do each of the CA/DRM vendors compare against their peers?
  • What is the impact of OCAP, two-way-ready DCR TVs and other CE devices?

Who Needs This Report?

  • Conditional Access Vendors
  • DRM Vendors
  • Set-top box manufacturers
  • Broadcasters and Cable Networks
  • CATV, DBS and Telco Operators
  • Financial Institutions
  • Media Companies
  • Consortium Groups
  • DRM and Authentication Software vendors
  • IC Vendors and Suppliers
  • CE Vendors