The company was originally incorporated in 1987 and changed its name to China Digital Media in 2000 simultaneously with its incorporation in Hong Kong as an investment holding company. The company operates through its wholly owned subsidiary China Digimedia Holdings Limited. China Digital engages in the business of media broadcasting technology development and cable TV Industry in People's Republic of China.

China Digital has a few partners in technology development and networks coverage terms.

China's media industry is generally very competitive with new investments coming from western countries. Also the company is in an unfavorable position with main competitors being privately held firms with substantially larger revenues.