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Toshiba is set to launch three apps in the spring to enhance the connected TV experience and to boost sales of its new Excite tablet, according to videonet.

BBC iPlayer has recorded its highest ever number of programme requests – with 1.94 billion TV and radio requests across all platforms in 2011.

LOVEFiLM has added more content to its streaming service following a deal with ABC.

Hulu recorded $420 million in revenue last year after growing its business 60%.

Several announcements at CES this week show the online video networks edging into the world of Connected TV.

GetGlue – a US social TV startup, which is being seen as the leader in its field, has announced $12 million in new funding – partly via existing investors who include Time Warner.

TDG research suggests that new HDTV buyers are 50% more likely to purchase an Internet-connected HDTV versus a 3D HDTV. Among likely HDTV buyers, 78% are likely to buy a “smart” TV, compared to 50% who are likely to buy a 3D TV.

Virgin Media’s announcement that it will double broadband speeds for all customers “appears bullish” at first glance, according to Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BoAML) – who says it will potentially lift ARPU and lower churn, while demonstrating its cheap pathway to higher speeds.

Google and Apple are set to compete with BSkyB and ESPN for the rights to broadcast live English Premier League football games between 2013 and 2016, according to Browser Media.

Amazon has announced plans to offer films via the UltraViolet system.