On August 27, 2025, Brazil took a decisive step into the future of television. In a landmark move, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed a Presidential Decree that officially launches DTV+, also known as TV 3.0, as the country’s next-generation digital broadcasting standard.
Via Licensing Adds xHE-AAC To AAC Patent Pool License Program
“The addition of xHE-AAC technology increases the value of our AAC patent pool license,” said Joe Siino, President of Via Licensing. “Adding xHE-AAC to our patent pool ensures that broadcasters and service providers can deliver the next generation of audio to consumers efficiently and affordably.” Previously, xHE-AAC technology could only be used in devices if manufacturers paid for an additional license in addition to an existing AAC license. By bringing xHE-AAC into its AAC patent...
