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Bristol, UK – May 1, 2025 – Ocean Blue Software (OBS) is excited to share insights into two major RDK-related milestones, reinforcing its position at the forefront of innovation in the connected TV space:

• Launch of the First RDK TV Designed for the MENA Region:
  OBS has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to life, supporting the manufacturer across every layer of development—including RDK system software, user interface, app integration, back-end cloud infrastructure, validation, and certification. 
• European Debut of OBS’ Open-source Red Button (ORB) project for HbbTV:
  This month will also see the first full RDK integration of OBS’ ORB solution, completing conformance testing for key European markets.

“These milestones reflect OBS’ deep expertise in the RDK ecosystem,” says Paul Martin, Chief Executive Officer at OBS. “We’re eager to share how our innovative solutions can help companies accelerate time to market and expand their reach.”

Paul Martin, Andy Carr, and Jason Nash will be attending the RDK Tech Summit in London next week, on May 6–7, 2025. Whether or not you’re attending the summit, we welcome the opportunity to connect—virtually or in person—to explore how our RDK experience can support your goals. To schedule a meeting, please get in touch.

About OBS
With 20 years of experience, Ocean Blue Software (OBS) is a trusted partner to the world’s leading Smart TV companies—accelerating product development and ensuring compliance with evolving industry standards. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Bristol, UK, OBS delivers embedded software solutions across the entire Smart TV system. Our deep market expertise and adaptable, customer-first approach help partners bring reliable, high-performance products to market with confidence.

As specialists in open-source and standards-based technologies, we play an active role in the RDK, HbbTV, Android TV, and DTVKit communities. Our flagship solutions—including the Open Red Button (ORB) project and OBS’s HbbTV Test Suite—support Smart TV validation, integration, and automation for millions of devices worldwide. Backed by a global team of expert engineers and operations in Europe, Egypt, and South Africa, OBS is uniquely positioned to reduce complexity and support long-term success in the connected TV space.

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