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In addition to engaging fans, the Olympic Channel team is working to build and strengthen collaborations with key stakeholders including with athletes, International Federations, National Olympic Committees, Rights-Holding Broadcasters (RHBs), Worldwide TOP Partners, Organising Committees for the Olympic Games, candidate cities and recognised sports organisations. Looking ahead to 2017, language and localisation features are a high priority. The global platform is initially offered in English with more languages to be added in early 2017. And in partnership with broadcast partners (RHBs) and National Olympic Committees, the Olympic Channel is developing localised versions that will offer region- and language-specific user experiences on linear and digital platforms in certain territories, leading to more personalised experiences for Olympic fans around the world.Additionally, through the Olympic Channel Founding Partner programme, Worldwide TOP Partners are offered the opportunity to receive exclusive advertising on the platform, and will work with the Olympic Channel team to co-develop inspiring and exciting content. Founding Partners supporting the Olympic Channel are Bridgestone and Toyota.The Olympic Channel is available worldwide via mobile apps for Android and iOS devices and at olympicchannel.com BROADCASTING039