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ST announces content protection support with Adobe Flash Access

STMicroelectronics has introduced out of the box content protection for tvs with the latest STB and tv SoC platform with Adobe Flash Access, protection and monetisation product. Flash Access is integrated with Adobe's AIR for tv platforms to enable designers to create optimised applications that take advantage of ST's hardware acceleration and software.

Featuring a 3d graphics processor unit and advanced security hardware, ST's latest generation of set top boxes and tv SoCs are geared to support consumers' growing expectations for applications with slick user interfaces and access to premium video content across multiple devices. "Adobe offers an excellent software platform enabling the creation and delivery of rich applications and video services," said Philippe Lambinet, pictured, executive vice president, STMicroelectronics. "This is the future of entertainment," added Danny Winokur, vice president, Flash Runtime at Adobe. "Devices powered by AIR for tv and Flash Access will enable a wave of innovation in how consumers discover and enjoy premium content on their tv."