Edgeware Reports Peak CDN Traffic Doubling During FIFA World Cup Matches July 16^th 2018 - 01:50 PM

Most CDNs (Content Delivery Networks) and the video streaming services they support have coped well with the peak time loads of the current FIFA World Cup, beyond a few well publicized glitches.

With New Financial Backing (And A Fresh Start), Ericsson’s Media Solutions Becomes MediaKind July 13^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

In the midst of a rapidly changing content delivery environment, and refreshed with new private equity money, Ericsson is rethinking (and rebranding) its Media Solutions business to focus on supporting and delivering immersive media experiences for everyone, everywhere. Heretofore its customers have included over 900 cable, satellite, telecom service providers and

Streaming Video Alliance Calls on OTT Service Providers to Rally Behind Common Standards July 13^th 2018 - 12:05 PM

The Streaming Video Alliance (SVA) has been urging online service providers and vendors of technology for delivery of video over the Internet to rally behind common standards.

Delivering High-Quality, Low-Latency Video on Every Screen With Multicast ABR Technology July 9^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

New devices, including tablets and smartphones, enable television viewers to enjoy live sports and news anytime, anywhere, but latency remains a real issue, causing frustration amongst end-users. In today’s connected world, where viewers are simultaneously checking social media feeds on their smartphones and tablets, a significant delay means that e

Ooyala Beefs Up Live Streaming And Multiscreen Linear TV July 4^th 2018 - 01:50 PM

OTT platform vendor Ooyala has strengthened its package for delivering live streams and linear channels to connected devices. Called OoyalaLIVE, this package enables creation, management, delivery and monetization of live streamed events as well as linear TV channels on OTT services.

Stofa Completes European Trial of Remote PHY With Timing From Microsemi June 27^th 2018 - 10:00 AM

Stofa, a Denmark cable operator and broadband service provider, has completed a trial of Remote PHY (R-PHY) based on the DOCSIS 3.1 standard using Converged Cable Access Platforms (CCAP) and optical nodes from Arris.

Articles You May Have Missed – June 20, 2018 June 20^th 2018 - 08:00 AM

Until now, 4K/UHD and high dynamic range (HDR), in many ways, has been little more than a science project, as manufacturers have struggled to convince production entities of the long-term practicality and viability. Fears of overly complex pipelines and dual HDR-SDR workflows hinder widespread adoption.

KPN Closes OTT Service in Netherlands Through Lack of Demand June 15^th 2018 - 12:05 PM

Dutch Telco KPN has followed T-Mobile Netherlands by closing down its broadband based OTT service, also citing lack of demand.

OWNZONES Unifies Cloud Platform With Consumer Video Applications June 1^st 2018 - 10:00 AM

OWNZONES Media Network, a California based provider of tools and apps for OTT, has integrated its cloud-based Connect media logistics platform with its consumer video applications. The goal is to cut costs and manage discovery for content owners by exploiting the firm’s app framework, irrespective of the technology they a

We Need HDR Fixed! The AJA FS-HDR Real-Time Converter Can Help May 25^th 2018 - 10:00 AM

Over the last few years, 4K/UHD and high dynamic range (HDR), in many ways, has been little more than a science project, as manufacturers have struggled to convince production entities of the long-term practicality and viability, with fears of overly complex pipelines and dual HDR-SDR workflows hindering widespread adoption.

Ericsson Media Solutions Entered A New Era at the 2018 NAB Show May 21^st 2018 - 12:01 PM

At the 2018 NAB Show Ericsson Media Solutions showcased how it has been transforming television with unique experiences that can be delivered everywhere for everyone through a set of evolved solutions.

European Operators Predict End Of The Traditional Bundle May 16^th 2018 - 09:00 AM

The traditional bundle that has been the common currency of pay TV almost since its inception will change beyond recognition over the next five years. That is one conclusion of a panel of European pay TV executives polled by Kudelski Group’s revenue security and multiscreen software subsidiary Nagra, as p

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