Nagravision and DISH Network Signs Agreement

Nagravision SA has announced the execution of a conditional access system agreement with DISH Network. DISH Network recently completed a migration of its more than 14 million subscribers to Nagravision's new generation security technology. The new ten year agreement with Nagravision and NagraStar L.L.C. aligns DISH Network's and Nagravision's interests to optimize the resilience of DISH Network's security solutions, including the deployment of next generation security smart cards in addition to a broader scope of signal protection covering traditional and emerging piracy threats. Charlie Ergen, Chairman, CEO and President of DISH Network, said, “Nagravision's solutions in supporting new services, features and functionalities as well as their pragmatic approach have helped us grow our pay-TV business in an innovative way. In an increasingly competitive environment, Nagravision is clearly a strong partner to be with today and going forward.”