When Reliance Jio Platforms burst onto the scene in 2016, it didn’t just join the telecom race—it redefined many of the rules of the game. It now offers Internet services, PayTV plans, and apps for TV, movies, music, payments, and even education. Whether it’s a live cricket match, a Hindi musical, or a Hollywood blockbuster, Reliance Jio Platforms is driving many content distribution technology breakthroughs—and security is a big part of their offerings. 

The Jio-Verimatrix partnership

Jio, with nearly half a billion subscribers, first approached Verimatrix with an ambitious growth and modernization plan that needed a video security partner who could scale with their ambitions. 

Jio needed a wide security framework that would ensure that they could deliver premium content securely to its vast and diverse audience, protecting it from the growing threats of piracy and unauthorized access and safeguarding revenue from illicit losses. 

They selected Verimatrix for a multi-year, comprehensive video protection solution across mobile devices, set-top boxes, and connected TV platforms—spanning multiple distribution channels—DVB, IPTV, OTT, and Multi-DRM. 

Now implemented, the security solution provides flexibility at scale to align perfectly with the diverse needs of a digital powerhouse like Jio.

The enduring value of VCAS

  • Scalability and flexibility: As Jio’s audience continues to grow, so too does the demand for secure, reliable access to content. Verimatrix VCAS offers deployment options that give Jio the agility it needs to stay ahead of the game. It’s a solution that grows with the business, adapting to new challenges and opportunities as they arise.
  • Pre-integrated ecosystem: VCAS seamlessly integrates with a broad ecosystem of providers, from billing and encoding to middleware and application vendors. This means Jio can continue to innovate and expand without being held back by compatibility issues.
  • Data and reporting: VCAS provides the data and reporting that Jio needs to meet Indian government regulatory requirements and to help Jio maintain an exceptional user experience across all devices.

A partnership built on trust and innovation

Kiran Thomas, CEO of Jio Platforms, sums it up well: “Given the need to protect content for our large, growing business, including important key initiatives such as the broadcasting rights to the biggest sporting events globally, we require a proven and reliable multiscreen ally to guarantee that our content is safely accessed on any device by our customers. Based on our past collaborations, we trust Verimatrix to provide best-in-class service. We are thrilled to further extend our partnership with Verimatrix as we continue to focus on data and video security.”

Juan Martinez, Head of VCAS for Verimatrix, said: “By expanding and extending our anti-piracy collaboration, we’re helping to ensure that Jio can continue to lead the way, offering unparalleled protection and an exceptional experience to their customers across every touchpoint. It’s a partnership built on a shared goal of pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.”

Asaf Ashkenazi, CEO at Verimatrix, proudly proclaimed: “We are pleased that Reliance Jio has decided to deepen and expand its use of Verimatrix content protection and anti-piracy technologies to gain unparalleled protection and visibility against attackers. Verimatrix empowers our customers to protect premium video content, disrupt piracy, and preserve valuable revenue streams, spanning both traditional and emerging distribution channels.”

Securing Jio’s digital future

Verimatrix is proud to be the security backbone that empowers Jio to innovate boldly and confidently deliver high-quality, secure, and accessible entertainment to millions. 

The joint announcement on September 9, 2024, between Jio and Verimatrix goes beyond a routine contract extension—it offers a look into a complex, multi-year collaboration that spans multiple products and platforms. This partnership reflects a deep commitment to creating genuine value for Jio, the world’s second-largest mobile network operator within a single country.