Verimatrix, developer of IPTV content protection and security solutions, and InfoValue Computing, Inc., experts in providing innovative, comprehensive, high performance video streaming platforms and solutions, today announced an integrated IPTV deployment at a resort in the Caribbean. Guests are now able to watch blockbuster Video-on-Demand (VOD) Hollywood movies at early release windows, along with high-speed Internet access and marketing channels over the resort's IP network.

The integrated IPTV solution has been accepted by major Hollywood studios for stricter security features required by early content release windows. The solution is reliable for 24x7 automated operations, scalable for any deployment size, and extensible for multiple application services, including High Definition (HD) VOD, IP TV channels, Network PVR, and digital signage. The integrated IPTV solution is ready for roll out to multiple markets that need premium content and advanced features, such as hospitality, Multiple Dwelling Unit (MDU) and telecommunications.

"Our partnership with Verimatrix helps us address the major security concerns of the content industry," said Aubrey Flanagan, vice president of Business Development and Solutions for InfoValue Computing, Inc. "Jointly with Verimatrix's close relationships with Hollywood studios and effective encryption and forensic watermarking capabilities, we will be able to facilitate widespread Video-over-IP adoption."

InfoValue's QuickVideo is the award-winning software platform for comprehensive video streaming functionality over IP and cable networks, including VOD, video multicast, IPTV, Network PVR (for instant replay), and content distribution. InfoValue QuickVideo is based on a standards-compliant, open architecture that is optimized with innovative, patented technologies to ensure flexibility, extensibility and scalability.

"Our strategic relationship with InfoValue offers us the opportunity to extend our content security expertise to multiple markets, such as MDU and hospitality," said Steve Oetegenn, EVP, Global Sales and Marketing for Verimatrix. "As demonstrated by the IPTV integration with InfoValue, our software-based content protection solution enables our partners to easily integrate their IPTV components and provide a cost-efficient platform to customers."

Verimatrix protects content and revenue streams, as well as detects digital piracy at its point of origin, with carrier-class solutions designed specifically for today's bi-directional IPTV networks. Verimatrix developed Verimatrix Content Authority System (VCAS) as a software-based content security solution built on the principles of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and X.509 digital certificates, which can be combined with Verimatrix's VideoMark ^TM forensic watermarks.