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HbbTV Symposium and Awards 2026
The 14th HbbTV Symposium and Awards will take place on 18-19 November 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, co-hosted by Catalonia’s public broadcaster 3Cat. Secure your sponsorship package (PDF file) now and benefit from our Early Bird discount.
Association News
April 20, 2026
14th HbbTV Symposium and Awards to take place on 18-19 November 2026 in Barcelona, Spain
Geneva, 20 April 2026 – The HbbTV Association is pleased to announce that the 14th HbbTV Symposium and Awards will be held on 18-19 November …
April 2, 2026
HbbTV releases Test Suite 2026‑1 with new DRM and WAVE test coverage
Geneva, 2 April 2026 – The HbbTV Association, a global initiative dedicated to providing open standards for the delivery of advanced interactive TV services through …
Press Coverage
April 9, 2026
KiKA launches HbbTV-enabled smart TV app on StreamingOS
KiKA, the children’s channel operated by German public broadcasters ARD and ZDF, has launched a fully redesigned smart TV and HbbTV offering, introducing a new children-focused streaming experience based on the joint StreamingOS platform developed by ARD and ZDF.
April 2, 2026
HbbTV releases Test Suite 2026‑1
The HbbTV Association has released version 2026-1 of the HbbTV Test Suite, further strengthening the tool’s role as the central resource for manufacturers, broadcasters and platform operators seeking device compliance with HbbTV specifications and related standards.
Join the HbbTV Community
HbbTV is a community-driven initiative, and we welcome broadcasters, content providers, device manufacturers, and technology enthusiasts to join us on this exciting journey. By becoming a part of the HbbTV community, you can contribute to shaping the future of television and explore new possibilities in the realm of interactive entertainment.
