Modern Times Group MTG AB (OTCMKTS:MTGBF) is a Stockholm‐based digital entertainment company with roots dating back to its founding in 1987 by media entrepreneur Jan Stenbeck. Originally established as a satellite television broadcaster, MTG has evolved into a diversified digital entertainment group. The company operates a portfolio of free‐to‐air and pay television channels, including the Viasat brand across the Nordic, Baltic, and Central and Eastern European regions, as well as streaming services that deliver scripted and unscripted content to audiences regionally and via international licensing agreements.
In recent years, MTG transitioned its strategic focus toward digital gaming and esports, expanding beyond traditional broadcasting. Through its gaming arm, MTG holds interests in game development and publishing ventures, providing funding and distribution support for mobile and online game studios. The company has also invested in leading esports brands and tournament organizers, supporting competitive gaming events and content creation. This shift reflects MTG’s ambition to capture growing consumer engagement in interactive entertainment and to leverage its expertise in content production and distribution.
MTG’s service offerings span multiple platforms and geographies, with a strong footprint in the Nordic countries—Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland—as well as key operations in the Baltic states and selected markets in Central and Eastern Europe. The company’s television and streaming networks feature a mix of sports, entertainment, and documentary programming produced in‐house or acquired through strategic partnerships. MTG’s gaming and esports interests encompass live events, digital broadcasting of competitions, and digital content monetization across social media and streaming platforms.
Under the leadership of CEO Jørgen Madsen Lindemann, MTG continues to adapt to the rapidly changing media landscape, balancing legacy broadcast operations with new‐growth digital segments. The company emphasizes strategic investments and partnerships to accelerate growth in high-potential areas, while maintaining a commitment to high-quality content and innovation. MTG’s board and management team bring extensive experience in media, technology, and entertainment, positioning the company to navigate market shifts and capitalize on emerging opportunities in digital and interactive media.
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