Babelgum sets its sights on Joost

Joost isn't the only invitation-only internet TV platform out there. Babelgum is still a few months and a few major content partners behind Joost, but it's opening its doors to a wider beta test next week.

Babelgum will begin acepting beta testers on Wednesday, and invitations will be sent out starting next Friday. While Joost has been busy signing up major content providers like Viacom, Babelgum will focus on independent film, shorts, and documentaries.

One of the biggest complaints about Joost has been its lack of quality programming. Even with material from MTV and Comedy Central, there's not really that much worth watching. If Babelgum can get interesting programming, I doubt anyone will care if its from lesser known sources.