wedotv BIG Stories Launches on Freeview UK Channel 275
wedotv movies Now Available on Channel 98 as a DTT Channel with FAST, SSAI and CMP Enabled
LONDON, UK - 9 March 2026 - Freeview today welcomes the launch of wedotv BIG stories on Channel 275, further expanding its diverse content offering to UK audiences.
In addition, wedotv movies is now available on Channel 98 as a fully integrated DTT channel, combining traditional broadcast reach with advanced digital monetisation capabilities, including FAST architecture, Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI), and a Consent Management Platform (CMP).
Both channels are powered by cutting-edge technology from Synapse and facilitated by Global Distribution Services, a leading content aggregator and distributor on the UK DTT platform.
wedotv BIG stories brings viewers a compelling slate of high-quality factual and documentary programming, while wedotv movies offers a curated selection of popular films, now enhanced through hybrid broadcast and streaming capabilities. The integration of FAST, SSAI, and CMP ensures scalable monetisation, targeted advertising, and compliance with evolving privacy standards.
Global Distribution Services currently operates 140 TV channels on Freeview, reinforcing its position as one of the largest channel aggregators on the platform. Through its partnership with Synapse, Global Distribution Services continues to enable broadcasters and content owners to launch and monetise channels efficiently across the UK’s leading free-to-air ecosystem.
Tanya Kronfli, CEO of Global Distribution Services, commented:
“We are proud to support wedotv in expanding its footprint on Freeview. By leveraging Synapse’s technology stack — including FAST, SSAI, and CMP — we are enabling a seamless blend of linear broadcast and IP innovation. This launch reflects our commitment to delivering scalable, future-ready channel solutions while maximising reach and monetisation opportunities on the UK’s leading free-to-air platform.”
Philipp Rotermund, CEO of wedotv, added:
“The launch of wedotv BIG stories on Freeview marks another important milestone in our UK expansion. We are delighted to strengthen our presence on the platform and to bring engaging, high-quality storytelling to a wider audience. With wedotv movies now available as a DTT channel powered by advanced ad-tech capabilities, we are combining the scale of broadcast with the precision and flexibility of digital.”
This dual launch highlights the ongoing evolution of the Freeview platform, blending broadcast distribution with IP-delivered innovation to provide viewers with more choice and advertisers with enhanced opportunities.