DirecTV, DISH Net Team on Interactive Ad Platform

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Satellite TV rivals DirecTV and DISH Network are putting their heads together to launch a new interactive ad platform that will reach some 30 million homes.

The Advanced Satellite Advertising Platform, or ASAP, will carry long-form advertorial content (i.e., infomercials) on a dedicated channel. RFIs and other interactive elements will be seeded within the commercial content, offering a more engaging viewer experience.

Viewers will be able to click a button on their DirecTV/DISH Net remote controls in order to enter a sweepstakes or request a product sample, brochure or coupon.

ASAP will assume the Ch.

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