Montreal-based music and video content distribution service Stingray has announced its acquisition of Loupe Art, a visual art streaming service for smart TVs and digital signage.
Stingray says this acquisition is designed to expand the company’s presence on connected TVs and enhance its offering for businesses, particularly in digital signage.
Founded in 2016, Loupe Art’s platform includes over 10,000 original artworks from more than 750 artists across 50 countries. It offers expertly curated art collections and themed episodes that combine visual art with music, providing a pleasant ambient entertainment experience. Loupe Art reaches audiences worldwide through partnerships with major platforms like Apple TV, Amazon, Google TV, Samsung, LG, Comcast, LocalNow, Freecast, WhaleTV+, and others. Loupe for Business offers public art solutions ranging from remotely programmable art streams that reflect mood, daypart, season, style, colour, and brand attributes to bespoke curation services for real estate, workplace, hospitality and healthcare customers.
The acquisition will enable Stingray to leverage Loupe’s patented technology and extensive content catalog to enhance its FAST channels on connected TVs. It will also bolster Stingray Business, says the company, by integrating Loupe’s tailored art displays into its digital signage solutions, offering businesses a flexible and customized visual experience across their locations.
“By integrating Loupe Art’s groundbreaking platform with Stingray’s extensive expertly curated music catalog and robust distribution network, we are poised to revolutionize the way art and music are experienced in homes and businesses worldwide,” says Eric Boyko, President, Co-founder, and CEO of Stingray. “This acquisition not only broadens our content offerings but also strengthens our position as a leader in the digital media landscape.”
“Joining forces with Stingray opens up exciting new possibilities for Loupe,” adds Michele Tobin, CEO of Loupe Art. “We are eager to expand the reach of our artists’ work, bringing their creative expressions to a broader audience through Stingray’s impressive distribution channels. Together, we look forward to transforming how art is experienced in everyday life, enriching public and private spaces alike.”