MIPCOM Cancelled; Virtual-Only Event in October

This year’s physical edition of MIPCOM, which would have taken place in just over a month’s time, has been called off by organizers Reed Midem.

Reed Midem confirmed on Thursday that this year’s MIPCOM will now take place online over a digital ‘MIPCOM Week’ running Oct. 12-16. This will include: a fully digital “Main Stage Cannes” conference and screenings program involving global upfronts, keynotes, market screenings, MIPCOM Diversify TV Excellence Awards. A newly installed Virtual Exhibit Hub and enhanced database will also allow users to set up video business meetings between distributors, producers, buyers and all international delegates

More information to follow.