Biographical Information
Timothy Fore-Siglin
Contributing Editor
Timothy Fore-Siglin is a contributing editor to Streaming Media, with more than 23 years experience in the streaming industry. He's also the founding executive director of Help Me Stream Research Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 that researches the use of first-world older technologies as a catalyst to provide low-cost streaming gear for NGOs in emerging economies, disaster areas, and remote or rural communities.
Articles for Timothy Fore-Siglin
Take Streaming Media's Interactive Ultra-Low-Latency & Live Streaming Trends Survey
21 Oct 2024
New survey gauges the impact of (and planning for) hardware acceleration
2024 Live-Streaming Technology Trends Brief Launches
18 Sep 2024
Hot on the heels of one of the industry's premier live-broadcast events, IBC, comes the annual Live-Streaming Technology Trends brief. The report covers a variety of topics of interest to live-streaming professionals, including the popularity of audio and video codecs, trends in acquisition and delivery protocols, and business challenges faced by streaming professionals across multiple industries.
Forecasting Revenue from Streaming Weather Content
31 Jul 2024
The 2024 Streaming Weather Trends survey highlight a potential untapped revenue stream
Casual Streaming Piracy and the Cost of Chasing it
21 Jun 2024
At Streaming Media NYC, I had the opportunity to moderate a panel around stream security. It's probably the fifth or sixth time that I've done so in the last decade, but an interesting dichotomy popped up during the prep meeting with panelists, and again while we were on stage during the live session. The concept was "casual piracy" and how it differed from "professional piracy" in both intent and scale.
SMNYC 2024: Adeia's Serhad Doken Talks Big-Picture Tech Stack Sustainability
20 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Adeia's Serhad Doken at Streaming Media NYC. Doken discusses the company's focus on inventing solutions for future industry problems. These inventions could lead to new products, markets, and services over the next five to ten years. He also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and the need to consider it from a broader perspective rather than focusing on small silos, and he highlights the complexity of the media ecosystem and the interconnectedness of its various parts.
SMNYC 2024: United Cloud's Boban Kasalovic Talks End-to-End Streaming and Content Security
19 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews United Cloud's Boban Kasalovic at Streaming Media NYC. Kasalovic discusses United Cloud's development of an end-to-end streaming solution and an anti-piracy platform called Gladiator. The platform uses machine learning and AI to analyze data and identify critical behavior that could lead to piracy. The company has also implemented Widevine CAS for its hybrid solution.
SMNYC 2024: Fremantle's Laura Florence Talks FAST Gamification and Beat the BUZZR
17 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Fremantle's Laura Florence at Streaming Media NYC. She discusses how Fremantle seeks to engage audiences with older content by incorporating interactive elements, such as trivia and fun facts, into the viewing experience, allowing users to interact with the content through a mobile app. She also discusses the use of restorative AI to improve the quality of older content shot on tape for modern viewing platforms.
SMNYC 2024: Netflix Engineer Sujana Sooreddy Talks Sustainability, Mentorship, and Women in Streaming Media
13 Jun 2024
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Netflix engineer Sujana Sooreddy at Streaming Media NYC 2024. She discusses the challenges of encoding and transcoding content for different formats and devices, and she highlights the importance of using data analytics to understand compute usage and viewability of a particular stream. She also talks about the increasing number of women in the field and the value of mentorship within the community.
SMNYC 2024: Synamedia's Robin Oakley Talks Stream Security and the Consumer Experience
12 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Synamedia's Robin Oakley at Streaming Media NYC 2024. He emphasizes the importance of a proactive approach to security and highlights the company's work with the common access token format, a CTA Wave initiative that aims to create a common CDN token syntax that can be used across multiple CDNs. He also touches on the challenges of protecting content while maintaining a quality experience for the consumer and the increasing sophistication of piracy.
Is Live Streaming Stagnating? Give Us Your Feedback!
11 Jun 2024
A new survey takes a critical look at the live-streaming ecosystem
SMNYC 2024: id3as CMO Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen Talks Norsk, Low-Code, No-Code & Streaming Media Past and Future
11 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Norsk CMO Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen at Streaming Media NYC 2024. Schumacher-Rasmussen is a former editor of Streaming Media and current Chief Marketing Officer of id3as, a UK-based software development startup. He introduces Norsk, a live media server with a low-code SDK that allows users to build complex, scalable, live streaming workflows. Rasmussen predicts a trend towards no-code solutions in the industry and emphasizes the importance of making streaming accessible to non-experts.
SMNYC 2024: Streaming Learning Center's Jan Ozer Talks AI, Codecs, and Patent Pools
10 Jun 2024
At Streaming Media NYC 2024, Tim Siglin interviews Jan Ozer of the Streaming Learning Center. Ozer discusses how the Streaming Learning Center has expanded into a platform offering courses on streaming-related topics to help technical people in the industry become familiar with terms, technologies, best practices, and tools. He also talks about machine learning, the shift towards Neural Programming Units (NPUs), and the legal and financial implications of choosing a codec due to potential patent infringements.
SMNYC 2024: Microsoft CTO Andy Beach Talks Gamified FAST and Leveraging AI to Make Old Content Feel New
06 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Microsoft CTO Andy Beach at Streaming Media NYC 2024 about gamification ideas for FAST. Beach discusses the concepts of creating trivia and interactivity through a second-screen app that allows users to connect and compete with each other. He also talks about the technical challenges of bringing old content into 2024, the potential of generative AI, and integrating physical events into the gamification process.
SMNYC 2024: Grabyo's Clare Butler Talks Cloud Streaming Services and Pricing Models
05 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Grabyo's Clare Butler at Streaming Media NYC 2024. She highlights that Grabyo is not geographically bound and caters to anyone working in the live space, including news broadcasters, sports clubs, and entertainment producers. She also emphasizes the cost-effectiveness of cloud solutions, noting that cloud technology is now at parity with on-prem solutions, offering features like instant replay and SCTE-35 ad insertions.
SMNYC 2024: LPG edu Founder and Netflix Global Ed Alum Lori Greene Talks Career Pivots and Finding Your Purpose
04 Jun 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews LPG edu founder Lori Greene at Streaming Media NYC 2024. Greene formerly ran global education at Netflix. She discusses the challenges of teaching online and the importance of engaging students. She also shares her insights on career development, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's purpose, personal branding, networking, and being a positive force.
SMNYC 2024: Tastemade's Evan Bregman Talks Independent Streaming Alliance and Standardizing Measurement
03 Jun 2024
At Streaming Media NYC, Tim Siglin interviews Evan Bregman of Tastemade and the Independent Streaming Alliance (ISA) about the fast growth of Tastemade's streaming service and the ISA's aims to overcome hurdles in the streaming industry through collaboration and standardizing measurement in a fragmented ecosystem.
SMNYC 2024: Paramount's Steve Ellis Talks Premium Content, Ads, and Measurement
30 May 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Paramount Advertising COO Steve Ellis at Streaming Media NYC 2024. Ellis discusses the growth of ad-supported streaming and Paramount's role as a pioneer in this space, and he highlights the importance of full-episode programming in reaching and engaging audiences effectively. He and Siglin also talk about the new Nielsen gauge measurement that shows the total reach of audiences across all premium publishers and YouTube, and he emphasizes the need for effective ads that align with the objectives of awareness, consideration, and last-click attribution.
SMNYC 2024: Bedrock CEO Jonas Engwall Talks Pan-European Streaming Platform Growth
28 May 2024
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Bedrock Streaming CEO Jonas Engwall at Streaming Media NYC 2024. Bedrock is a leading streaming tech company in Europe, and Engwall discusses their new M6+ platform, which features short-form content in a vertical form, podcasts, and advanced AI search. Engwall also talks about how Bedrock aims to help stakeholders pivot into the streaming world, offering a platform that can be tailored to different countries and partners' needs.
Take Streaming Media's Spring 2024 State of Streaming Survey
19 Mar 2024
The teams at StreamingMedia.com and Help Me Stream Research Foundation are getting a jump on spring by releasing the Spring 2024 edition of the State of Streaming survey. This survey is our twice-annual look at the overall streaming industry. Take the survey today and help us understand just how the streaming landscape has shifted in the past six months.
The State of Streaming Sustainability 2024
18 Mar 2024
How do others see us, and how do we measure our progress? New data on streaming power consumption will allow the industry to target further reductions in power consumption while working toward longer-term solutions that reuse old technologies alongside current best practices as a way to extend the life of streaming tech for years to come.
The State of Enterprise Video 2024
15 Mar 2024
Pricing, parity, and protection are three key themes in 2024's enterprise video market
The State of Edge Compute and Delivery 2024
15 Mar 2024
In this year's State of Edge Compute and Delivery, I'm going to explore the three edges that seem to matter most for streaming: aggregation, on-prem, and regional.
Progress Towards Giving the Gift of Streaming: Help Me Stream’s 2023 Research Highlights
21 Dec 2023
Year full of research preps significant 2024 acceleration to give "the gift of streaming" globally
Live-Streaming Technology Trends 2023 Survey Brief Launches
20 Dec 2023
New survey results show shift in codec, latency, and bandwidth trends
State of Streaming Autumn 2023 Survey Report Launches
28 Nov 2023
Newest version of twice-annual report expands on "pain points" and growth patterns, available for download now.
State of Streaming Snapshot: Pinpointing Streaming’s Pricing Pain Points
26 Oct 2023
Rising fundamental costs morph into rising platform costs for content owners and consumers
Everything in Streaming Has Its Price
04 Oct 2023
This column isn't meant to be a downer, especially because the overall economy seems to be plugging along. But it is meant to ask those of you in the industry to share anecdotes and stories about the pain points you're facing. We know that everything in streaming has its price, but you are in a better position to help us fully understand what that price entails.
Take Streaming Media's Autumn 2023 State of Streaming Survey
13 Sep 2023
The teams at StreamingMedia.com and Help Me Stream Research Foundation are getting a jump on fall by releasing the Autumn 2023 edition of the State of Streaming survey. This survey is our twice-annual look at the overall streaming industry. Take the survey today and help us understand just how the streaming landscape has shifted in the past six months.
Evidence That Survives Time
09 Aug 2023
From war crimes to war crime tribunals and war commemorations, how do we guarantee that content is available to play?
Key Considerations for Live Encoding
09 Aug 2023
As more and more live streaming content is consumed on a widely disparate group of devices—including both lowerand upper-end mobile phones and tablets, as well as smart TVs and 4K-capable set-top boxes (STBs)—the decisions around choosing a live streaming encoder have grown more complex.
Take Streaming Media's Live Streaming Technology Trends Survey
28 Jul 2023
New survey launches today covering live event market
System 73's Daniel Perea Strom Talks Improving Content Delivery
05 Jul 2023
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin sits down with System 73's Daniel Perea Strom to discuss improving content delivery in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Rob Collins of Starz Talks D2C Streaming App Development & Delivery
03 Jul 2023
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin sits down with Rob Collins, Director of Software Development at Starz, to discuss streaming app development and delivery in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Scripps' Yazmin Wickham Talks OTT App Development & Content Strategy
30 Jun 2023
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin sits down with Yazmin Wickham of Scripps' Network to discuss OTT app development and content strategies in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Dom Robinson Talks Streaming Sustainability and the LESS Accord
28 Jun 2023
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin sits down with Greening of Streaming Founder Dom Robinson to discuss streaming sustainability and the LESS Accord in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Fuse Media's Patrick Courtney Talks FAST Brand Verticalization and UX
26 Jun 2023
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin sits down with Patrick Courtney of Fuse to discuss FAST brand verticalization and UX in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Hub Entertainment's Jon Giegengack Talks Shifting SVOD Strategies
23 Jun 2023
Jon Giegengack of Hub Entertainment Research talks about shifting SVOD strategies with Tim Siglin in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Ai-Media's Matthew Mello Talks the Evolution of AI Captioning
21 Jun 2023
Ai-Media's Matthew Mello talks with Tim Siglin about the evolution of AI captioning in this exclusive interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Philo TV's Reed Barker Talks Economics of Live Linear Streaming
20 Jun 2023
Philo TV's Reed Barker sits down with Tim Siglin to discuss the economics of live linear streaming in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
CDN77's Juraj Kacaba Talks Low-Latency Streaming and the Edge
16 Jun 2023
CDN77's Juraj Kacaba sits down with Tim Siglin to discuss low-latency streaming and the edge in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
id3as CEO Adrian Roe Intros Norsk Low Code Live Video SDK
14 Jun 2023
Adrian Roe of id3as sits down with Tim Siglin to introduce Norsk low code live video SDK in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
AiBUY's Randy Bapst Talks AI-Based OTT Overlay Transactions
12 Jun 2023
Randy Bapst of AiBUY sits down with Tim Siglin to discuss AI-based OTT overlay transitions in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Practical Approaches to Sustainable Streaming
09 Jun 2023
In this article I'll expand on prior sustainability approaches, detail reasons to consider additional areas of power-consumption optimization, and invite diverse stakeholders across streaming workflows to engage with Streaming Media magazine, GoS, and like-minded stakeholders in a mid- to late-2023 initiative around the LESS Accord, with an overall goal of readers recommending measurable best practices for consideration by September 2023.
Jackie Donaldson Talks the Challenges of Consulting with Major Content Companies
09 Jun 2023
Jackie Donaldson of Velvet Hammer Consulting sits down with Tim Siglin for a chat about the challenges of consulting with major content companies in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Vindral CEO Daniel Alinder Talks Latency, Sync, 8K, and Vindral
07 Jun 2023
Tim Siglin of Help Me Stream Research Foundation sits down with Daniel Alinder of Vindral to discuss latency, sync, 8K, and Vindral in this Streaming Media East 2023 interview.
Estrella Media's Christina Chung Talks Expanding AVOD Channels' Targeted Reach Via Media Partners
05 Jun 2023
Estrella Media's Christina Chung talks with Tim Siglin of Help Me Stream Research Foundation about expanding AVOD channels' targeted reach via media partners in this Streaming Media East 2023 interview.
Boston 25 News' Ben Ratner Talks AI, Social, and the Future of Broadcast News
01 Jun 2023
Tim Siglin of Help Me Stream Research Foundation sits down with Ben Ratner, the Director of News Technology at Boston 25 News, for a chat about AI, social media, and the future of broadcast news.
Dropp's Sushil Prabhu Talks Streaming Micropayment Tech and Strategy
31 May 2023
What are micropayments, and why are they attracting recent industry attention? Tim Siglin speaks with Sushil Prabhu of Dropp about why effective micropayment technology is needed now more than ever due to subscription fatigue and how Dropp has created a hybrid system of banking technologies combined with distributed ledger technologies to create a seamless method for users to pay for individual pieces of content.
TeleUP's Gustavo de Medeiros Talks Digital Rights and Rural Streaming Delivery
30 May 2023
Tim Siglin of Help Me Stream Research Foundation and Contributing Editor of Streaming Media Magazine sits down for a talk with Gustavo Neiva de Medeiros, the President of TeleUP, to discuss digital rights and rural streaming delivery in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
MagellanTV's James Lauzun Talks Licensing, Marketing, and Distributing Documentary Content
26 May 2023
Tim Siglin talks to James Lauzun of MagellanTV about the ins and outs of running a niche streaming OTT service from an SVOD and FAST content and monetization strategy standpoint, including subscription rates, content rights, and distribution, in this interview from Streaming Media East 2023.
Not So FAST? Spring 2023 State of Streaming Survey Says...
25 May 2023
New 2023 Spring edition of State of Streaming survey launches, shows shifting focus
The State of Real-Time Streaming 2023
12 Apr 2023
In this article, we'll look at the state of real-time streaming a few months into 2023, including several use cases that hold longer-term promises. But before we do so, here's a baseline definition of real-time streaming, as used in the survey: Real-time streaming is "device-synchronized delivery to hundreds of thousands of viewers at less than 500 milliseconds per user."
The State of Enterprise Video 2023
12 Apr 2023
From road warriors to remote-only companies, enterprise video is shifting. It is, to put it mildly, in a state of flux. At the same time, though, so is the state of business. Given those two facts, the question I'll attempt to answer in this year's State of Enterprise Video is whether these coexistent movements will occur in lockstep or as polar opposites.
Take Streaming Media's Spring 2023 State of Streaming Survey
17 Mar 2023
The teams at StreamingMedia.com and Help Me Stream Research Foundation are getting a jump on spring by releasing the Spring 2023 edition of the State of Streaming survey. This survey is our twice-annual look at the overall streaming industry. Take the survey today and help us understand just how the streaming landscape has shifted in the past six months.
Video Trends in Higher Education Brief Launches
24 Jan 2023
Download a copy of the Panopto-sponsored survey brief today!
Enterprise Video Usage Report Launches
20 Dec 2022
Second annual survey highlights trends in hybrid work environments
Do Our Technology Advances Slow Down Justice?
19 Dec 2022
Far from content being scarce, the integration of streaming into professional- and citizen-based news-gathering has generated such a monumental level of potential war-crime footage that every day sees an additional 10-100 documented cases of crimes against humanity. And this increased footage brings with it both greater accountability and a significantly higher backlog of cases that need to be tried.
State of Streaming Autumn 2022 Report Launched
16 Dec 2022
New report expands on details provided during recent Streaming Media West keynote
Why Edge Computing Matters in Streaming
14 Oct 2022
With so much of today's internet traffic flowing through large data centers—some estimates say that 20% of all of the world's data traffic is concentrated in a few counties in northern Virginia, with 80% of that being IP video traffic—how are we going to move from the centralized delivery model of data centers that are a million or more square feet in a single-floor cavernous facility to the edge, where processing can occur closer to the homes of even the remotest rural areas of the U.S.?
Take Streaming Media's Autumn 2022 State of Streaming Survey
05 Oct 2022
Every 6 months, we gauge the state of the streaming industry with a survey looking at monetization, audience sizes, video quality choices, and more. Take the survey and be entered into a drawing for 1 of 2 $175 Amazon gift cards. Survey closes Sarturday, November 5!
RealSprint's Daniel Alinder Talks Sub-Second Latency and AV1 Encoding
15 Sep 2022
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews RealSprint AB CEO Daniel Alinder in the NETINT booth at IBC 2022 in Amsterdam.
AV1 Hardware Solutions at IBC
09 Sep 2022
Aims to lower overhead, raise performance, diminish power for open-source codec
Real-Time Streaming Business Value Report Launched
08 Sep 2022
Report delves into ways to deliver, monetize real-time streaming
Video Trends in Higher Education Survey Launch
26 Aug 2022
New survey explores the use cases for video in higher education
It's Not Easy Streaming Green
16 Aug 2022
Innovation challenges meet power-consumption realities, with a need to address the balance of both as well as the reuse of old technologies that still have usable life.
Transitions
12 Aug 2022
Tim Siglin reflects on his 25-year-long career as a writer, instructor, and consultant in the streaming industry along with his professional partnership with Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen.
Survey: Enterprise Video
22 Jul 2022
Annual survey of enterprise video asks readers to update us on use of video in the workplace
Lightcast's Andreas Kisslinger Talks Innovative OTT Monetization Strategies
05 Jul 2022
Lightcast CEO Andreas Kisslinger explains how OTT publishers can pursue "beyond the beaten path" strategies for boosting ROI and how Lightcast can help in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Interpret's Brett Sappington Talks Media and Entertainment Fragmentation
30 Jun 2022
While the pandemic era has brought a substantial uptick in media consumption, and tremendous growth in streaming, the overall mix has shifted, according to Interpret's Brett Sappington, whose survey findings show fragmentation both in streaming service options and the types of entertainment--gaming, short-form content--coming to the fore, in this interview with Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Roku's Jessica Masters Talks Cord-Cutters and OTT Monetization Trends
28 Jun 2022
Are cord-cutting and FAST driving OTT growth in 2022? Roku US Head of Verticals Jessica Masters discusses OTT monetization and emerging viewership and adoption trends in OTT in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Brightcove's Yuriy Reznik Talks 2022 Emmys and Context-Aware Recording
23 Jun 2022
Brightcove VP of Research discusses the benefits of Brightcove's context-aware encoding and how the renditions it provides differ from the content-aware encoding provided by other vendors in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
id3as' Dom Robinson and Help Me Stream's Tim Siglin Talk Greening of Streaming
21 Jun 2022
id3as' Dom Robinson and Help Me Stream's Tim Siglin discuss the latest Greening of Streaming developments--including taking the conservation case to Parliament--in this interview from Streaming Media East 2022.
Of Subscriptions and Submarines
17 Jun 2022
What do Lewis Carroll, OTT subscriptions, and submarine power cables have in common? Read on!
Location, Location, Location: Cloud vs. On-Prem vs. Hybrid Streaming Workflows
17 Jun 2022
Everything streaming is moving to the cloud, right? Not so fast. Where you keep your content and do your work depends on your own particular circumstances. And on-prem is by no means dead.
Streaming Video Alliance's Jason Thibeault Talks State of the SVA
16 Jun 2022
Streaming Video Alliance's Jason Thibeault and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss the maturation of the streaming industry, the Greening of Streaming, Women in Streaming Media, and the growth of the SVA over the last 2 years in this interview from Streaming Media East 2022.
Red5 Pro's Chris Allen Talks Real-Time Streaming
14 Jun 2022
Red5 Pro CEO Chris Allen discusses the growing market for ultra-low latency, interactive streaming in applications like auctions, betting, and video conferencing and a multi-cloud approach to delivering it in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
kweliTV's DeShuna Spencer Talks Celebrating Global Black Stories
13 Jun 2022
kweliTV Founder DeShuna Spencer discusses how the OTT channel curates affirming stories for the global African diaspora rather than focusing on Black trauma like more mainstream services in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Research Brief Exposes File-Transfer Challenges and Opportunities
10 Jun 2022
Legacy solutions don't address overall workflow complexities, especially in the face of partner growth, increased production scale, and disparate storage and workforce locations. This new survey-based research brief highlights the complexity of delivering and tracking file transfers, and provides insights into current industry trends.
LiveU's Mike Savello Talks Going Mobile with Hybrid, REMI, and Cloud Workflows
10 Jun 2022
LiveU VP of Sales discusses how LiveU is enabling the evolving trend toward multicam mobile, REMI, and cloud production using bonding-based workflows in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
EZDRM's Olga Kornienko Talks Benefits of Multi-Cloud DRM
09 Jun 2022
EZDRM COO and Co-Founder Olga Kornienko discusses the value of DRM for large-scale live events and the fail-safe benefits of a multi-cloud DRM-as-a-service approach in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Panopto's Chris Knowlton Talks the Value of VOD Content Searchability
08 Jun 2022
Panopto Chief Evangelist Chris Knowlton discusses the advantages of making searchable training content available on-demand to reinforce what students learn in a live presentation in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Vimond's Megan Wagoner Talks Acceleration of Cloud Broadcasting
07 Jun 2022
Megan Wagoner of Norway-based OTT Video CMS provider Vimond discusses the current state of cloud broadcasting and how the pandemic has accelerated migration to the cloud in this interview with Streaming Media's Tim Siglin at Streaming Media East 2022.
Bulldog DM's John Petrocelli Talks Post-Pandemic Streaming at Scale
06 Jun 2022
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Bulldog DM's John Petrocelli discuss how tentpole live streaming events have changed over the last three years for the streaming pros who deliver them, the audiences that engage with them, and the brands that invest in them in this interview from Streaming Media East 2022.
CNN's Ben Ratner Talks Cloud and REMI Production at Streaming Media East 2022
02 Jun 2022
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin and CNN Operations Manager discuss the persisting benefits of cloud and hybrid production as practiced at CNN in this interview from Streaming Media East 2022.
Survey: The Business Value of Real-Time Streaming
16 May 2022
Real-time streaming at global scale has long been the holy grail for live delivery, and a new Streaming Media survey looks to gain insight into both the current state of real-time streaming and where it's headed in the near future, particularly for sports and betting.
Take the Spring 2022 State of Streaming Survey
05 Apr 2022
Every 6 months, we gauge the state of the streaming industry with a survey looking at monetization, audience sizes, video quality choices, and more. Take the survey and be entered into a drawing for an Oculus Quest 2. Survey closes Friday, May 12!
The State of Real-Time Streaming 2022
26 Mar 2022
The pandemic highlighted the need for ultra-low-latency video. Here's a look at how the industry has responded, from LL-HLS and DASH to WebRTC
The State of Enterprise Video 2022
26 Mar 2022
Moving from virtual meetings to hybrid and back again has us tired all of the time, but it's not going away anytime soon. Welcome to the golden age of enterprise video.
Streamticker 2022: The Biggest Streaming Mergers and Acquisitions from Last Year
26 Mar 2022
2021 was a heck of a year for streaming industry mergers and acquisitions, and there's no sign of them slowing down. Here are the deals that set the stage for 2022.
We're All Video Distributors Now
22 Mar 2022
One of the unheralded shifts spurred on by the COVID pandemic has been an increase in the number and types of organizations that are creating and distributing their own video content.
Will OTT Consolidation Hamper Innovation?
02 Dec 2021
The past 18 months have seen no shortage of mergers and acquisitions, and it has me wondering if all this consolidation will lead toward innovation. My gut says no, and plenty of industry pundits agree, but it could bring improvements to the customer experience.
Take the Secure Streaming and Broadcast Workflows Survey
22 Nov 2021
The latest Streaming Media survey covers how both streaming and broadcast workflows are implementing technologies and strategies to secure content every step of the way. Take the survey and be entered to win either an Oculus Quest 2 or a $250 Amazon gift card!
Religious Organizations Take Streaming to the Next Level
09 Nov 2021
Streaming video is helping houses of worship maintain and grow communities of believers in uncertain times. Here's how Jewish Broadcasting Service, Southeast Christian Church in Kentucky, St. Thomas Church on Fifth Avenue in New York City, and Preaching Christ Church in Tennessee are doing it.
Beyond Software: Hardware Processing for Streaming at Scale
12 Oct 2021
Whether you use the cloud or a hybrid solution to encode your live or on-demand streaming content, high-efficiency hardware-based encoding has come of age. This article explores the math and science behind these at-scale solutions that are not only good for business, but also good for the environment.
Take the Autumn 2021 State of Streaming Survey
21 Sep 2021
Share your professional and personal insights and enter to win an iPad or Osprey Talon 4K-SC hardware encoder
Collecting 'Junk' for Better Streaming
07 Sep 2021
Got junk? The Help Me Stream Research Foundation can take your tech castoffs and use them to research better streaming practices, repurposing it into efficient and inexpensive solutions that can run on intermittent power—dovetailing with the efforts of another new organization, Greening of Streaming.
The Algorithm Series: QUIC Ways to Stream
31 Aug 2021
Will 2022 be the year UDP finally shows its streaming mettle? The Quick UDP Internet Connections (QUIC) protocol might make the difference. First, though, OTT platforms need to make technical decisions about HTTP/3 that could further fragment the market.
Why Is Watching Sports on OTT Harder Than Watching on TV?
16 Jun 2021
Streaming is supposed to provide a better experience than television. So why is watching the Euro 2020 on the ESPN app such a poor experience?
The State of Enterprise Video 2021
16 Apr 2021
Enterprise video is suddenly more important than entertainment video, and companies that want to stay ahead of the game would do well to seize the opportunity
Take the Content Delivery and Edge Compute Trends Survey
14 Apr 2021
New survey explores the current content delivery landscape, with a focus on security and edge compute
Take the State of Enterprise Video Survey
05 Apr 2021
New survey offers you a chance to tell us how your use of video for work has changed, and what you think the next few months will bring
Key Challenges of Video Service Delivery in 2021
02 Apr 2021
Harmonic's Rob Gambino and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss major, minor, and emerging concerns with video service delivery alongside survey results in this clip from Streaming Media Connect 2021.
How Fast is Addressable TV Advertising Growing?
24 Mar 2021
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Harmonic's Rob Gambino discuss findings from a recent streaming industry survey on the timeline for new and expanded investments in addressable advertising and why it hasn't taken the industry by storm in this clip from Streaming Media Connect 2021.
Why Streaming and VOD Providers are Moving to the Cloud
17 Mar 2021
Help Me Stream's Tim Siglin and Harmonic's Rob Gambino discuss recently gathered data on the migration to cloud infrastructure across the streaming industry in this clip from Streaming Media Connect 2021.
From Zoom Fatigue to Serendipity
01 Mar 2021
It's March. Again. And we're still all on Zoom. It's been a lifeline, but it'll never replace in-person meetings and conferences.
Take the "OTT Trends 2021" Survey
18 Feb 2021
Our latest Streaming Media survey looks specifically at the opportunities and challenges in the OTT space. Take it and register to win a live streaming bundle worth $300!
The Greening Of Streaming: Akamai Achieves Renewable Energy Goals Despite Pandemic Surge
05 Jan 2021
The content delivery network used only renewable energy for its east coast U.S. data center in 2020, a year marked by notable traffic spikes for video, online gaming, and software downloads
Take the State of Streaming Spring 2021 Survey
03 Jan 2021
We're sizing up the size and health of the streaming industry in early 2021, and we need your help. In return, you'll be among the first to get a copy of the report and be entered into a drawing for an Oculus Quest 2
The Algorithm Series: Digital Rights Management (DRM)
11 Dec 2020
The math behind the magic of protecting live and on-demand streaming video content
A Look Back at Streaming Video's 2020
08 Dec 2020
From the rise of Zoom to the fall of MPEG, 2020 has been a year of surprises.
The State of Streaming Autumn 2020
30 Nov 2020
The latest State of Streaming report shows that in addition to increased viewing, the pandemic has hastened streaming publishers' moves to the cloud and software-defined infrastructures.
The Algorithm Series: Live Event Scaling
01 Nov 2020
There are four key delivery methods for live content, and understanding the math behind them can help decision makers determine which is the best for their applications.
5G Use Cases for Video Streaming
19 Oct 2020
Zixi's Gordon Brooks and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin break down recent "State of the Streaming Industry" survey findings on how the streaming industry is using 5G.
Benefits of Moving to a Cloud Streaming Architecture
16 Oct 2020
Zixi's Gordon Brooks and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen discuss recent survey results on the benefits of streaming architecture virtualization in this clip from Streaming Media West Connect 2020.
Nearly Half of Global Viewers Added a Streaming Service Since March, Limelight Says
14 Oct 2020
A new report by Limelight Networks tracks significant shifts in consumer streaming, including a marked increase among younger viewers
Is the Pandemic the Death Knell for the Multiplex?
07 Oct 2020
In a world dominated by streaming, cinemas still offer the optimal viewing experience for movies. OTT will never replace that.
Low Latency HLS Spec Nears Finalization
17 Sep 2020
Beyond the Pantos spec and into DASH, LL-HLS finds traction and a potential tie-in with CMAF
Launching Rockets
04 Sep 2020
Live streaming brought the launch of Endeavour into our living rooms, and inspired our imaginations to quest for what lies beyond
The Algorithm Series: Video Player Performance
27 Aug 2020
Multiple algorithms for encoding, transfer, and playback intersect in the end user's player. So how can you make the numbers work in your favor?
Take the State of the Streaming Fall 2020 Survey
23 Aug 2020
How has the streaming industry changed in the last 6 months, and what's in store for the future? Take our Fall 2020 State of the Streaming Industry survey and get a copy of the exclusive report before anyone else.
Content Delivery at the Edge in 2020
20 Jul 2020
Akamai's Peter Chave and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss the current state of edge compute and how CDNs have adjusted to unprecedented surges in 2020 in this clip from Content Delivery Summit 2020.
How AV1 Improves 8K Delivery
18 Jun 2020
Bitmovin's Paul MacDougall and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss benefits built into the AV1 codec that enhance the efficiency of 8K delivery, and what that means in terms of codec adoption and for CDNs and consumers going forward in this clip from Streaming Media East Connect 2020.
Defining and Assessing Quality for Emerging Codecs
17 Jun 2020
Vimeo's Vittorio Giovara, Mozilla's Nathan Egge, and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss how AV1 leverages bit depth to improve video quality.
Shouldering Our Responsibility to Educate the Streaming Market
04 Jun 2020
As companies and individuals pivot online in the "new normal," it's up to us in the streaming industry to put education ahead of profit
The Greening of Streaming
26 May 2020
The time has long since passed to turn our attention to making the streaming delivery ecosystem more environmentally friendly. Here are some of the key challenges, as well as some suggested first steps towards solutions.
Report: Streaming Monetization in 2020
19 May 2020
How exactly do organizations generate video-based revenues? A new report from Streaming Media, Unisphere Research, and Amazon Web Services sheds light on subscription vs. advertising vs. transactional, SSAI, and more.
Buyer's Guide to Live Webcasting Hardware
29 Apr 2020
Software-based webcasting tools are ubiquitous, but there are times when only hardware will do. Here's a look from single-button hardware all the way up to portable vision mixers.
The State of Enterprise Video 2020
09 Apr 2020
Even before the COVID-19 crisis hit, enterprise video was moving into a new phase, and organizations face more options than ever to address security and pricing concerns and solve the age-old CapEx vs. OpEx challenge
The State of Streaming 2020 Research Report
13 Mar 2020
Live or VOD? Cloud or on-prem? The 2020 State of Streaming report reveals exclusive insights into the workflows behind the screens—download your copy now.
Back to the Future
21 Feb 2020
A look at streaming media's past can give us guidance on our journey toward where we're heading next
The Algorithm Series: The Math Behind the CDN
23 Jan 2020
Delivering content at scale requires a number of precise, discrete, yet interconnected steps, starting with an acute awareness of server loads.
The Math Behind the Magic
23 Jan 2020
Whether we're talking about content delivery, player performance, live events, or even DRM, it's important to understand the algorithms that make streaming video tick.
CES 2020: ATSC 3.0 Ready to Roll Out
09 Jan 2020
NAB and others have been working on the ATSC 3.0 spec for a decade, and in 2020 we'll finally see it in action across the United States
CES 2020: Delta Brings Streaming to the Ground, Expands it in the Air
08 Jan 2020
Delta's CEO announced that the airline would let travelers stream content on Delta Studio as soon as they check in to their flight, and may introduce a "binge button"
Take Our Streaming Monetization Survey
23 Dec 2019
This time of year, your mind is probably on your money—so why not take a few minutes to respond to our survey about how you are (or aren't) monetizing your streaming content?
SMW '19: Tim Siglin and Friends Wrap Up Streaming Media West
21 Dec 2019
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin is joined by fellow contributing editor Robert Reinhardt and Editor-in-Chief and VP Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen as he wraps up 2 days of interviews at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Flavor Inc.'s Jose Castillo Talks Streaming Media Past and Future
20 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Flavor Inc. President Jose Castillo at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Comcast's Matt Smith Talks and B2B and D2C OTT
19 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Comcast Technology Solutions Executive Director Matt Smith at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Peyote Perryman Talks Bonded Streaming and Bass Fishing
18 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Digital P Media's Peyote Perryman at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: EZDRM Founder Olga Kornienko Talks Global DRM
17 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews EZDRM Co-Founder & CEO Olga Kornienko at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: RealEyes Talks Cross-Platform Streaming Challenges
13 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews RealEyes Media CTO Jun Heider at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Mux Talks Measuring Player Performance
12 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Mux Founder & Head of Product Steve Heffernan at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Brightcove Talks Context-Aware Encoding, 4K, and HEVC
11 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Brightcove Technology Fellow Yuriy Reznik at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: id3as' Dom Robinson Talks SMAF and IP Multicast
10 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews id3as Founder and fellow Streaming Media Advanced Forum co-host Dom Robinson at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: DVEO Talks Cloud Encoding on the Rise
09 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews DVEO founder Laszlo Zoltan at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: IBM's Scott Grizzle Talks AI and What's New with Watson
06 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Scott Grizzle, WW Channels & Alliances, Watson Media & Weather, IBM at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Awesomeness Talks Reaching Gen Z Across Streaming Platforms
05 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Awesomeness Co-Heads Rebecca Glashow & Shelley Zimmerman at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Teradek Talks End-to-End Encryption and 4K HEVC
05 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Teradek VP of Sales Jon Landman at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Kaltura Talks Award-Winning Video Platforms and Extended Reality
04 Dec 2019
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews 4-time 2019 Readers' Choice Award winners Liad Eshkar and Gil Shefler of Kaltura at Streaming Media West 2019.
Streaming to Protect and Serve: Video in Law Enforcement
03 Dec 2019
A dramatic uptick in the use of live streaming by law enforcement agencies has brought both opportunities and challenges
SMW '19: BuyDRM CEO Christopher Levy Talks Lifecycle DRM
03 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews BuyDRM CEO & Founder Christopher Levy at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Torque's Darcy Lorincz Talks Motor Esports
02 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Torque Esports' Darcy Lorincz at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Tulix Talks Low-Latency Streaming
02 Dec 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Tulix CEO George Bokuchava at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: FandangoNOW Talks Mentoring and TVOD
27 Nov 2019
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews FandangoNOW Director, Software Engineering Rema Morgan-Aluko at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Wowza Talks ClearCaster Expansion
26 Nov 2019
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Wowza Media Systems Director of Sales Engineering Tim Dougherty at Streaming Media West 2019.
SMW '19: Telestream Talks Wirecast Now and Future
26 Nov 2019
Telestream Senior Product Manager Lynn Elliott and Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin discuss current and upcoming developments for Telestream's Wirecast live production solution in this interview from Streaming Media West 2019.
Streaming Live From the Battlefield: Military Video in 2019
11 Nov 2019
Metadata and low-latency video create a tactical advantage in intelligence-gathering and decision making. Discover why HEVC is gaining momentum in the armed forces, and Android is preferred over iOS.
Netflix's Stock Price Tumbles as Higher Prices Lead to Churn
28 Oct 2019
Why did Netflix's stock fall in Q2? Because the OTT leader's price increase lead to service cancellations. That's a warning to all SVODs: If it can happen to Netflix, it can happen to any service.
Take Two Streams: Streaming Video on the Rise in Modern Medicine
08 Oct 2019
From training to remote observations, the use of streaming video in the medical and pharmaceutical markets is growing.
Engineering Women: IBC Plays Host to a Powerful Force for Change
20 Sep 2019
Women in Streaming Media has announced a mentoring program to encourage and empower talented women in the industry.
Achieving Zero Latency for Video and Audio Is a Zero-Sum Game
20 Sep 2019
In the AV world, zero-frame latency isn't just a pipe dream—it's a requirement. Here's why the streaming industry would do well to pay attention.
Two Quick-Fix Solutions That Became Long-Term Problems
10 Sep 2019
When will the industry jettison HTTP-segment-based streaming and buffer-based playback, both of which hold us back? How about right now, our columnist proposes.
Announcing the State of Streaming 2019 Survey: We Need Your Help
26 Aug 2019
StreamingMedia.com is undertaking the first-ever survey calculating the size and health of the entire streaming industry. Take a few minutes to answer our questions and you just might win a prize!
For Thought-Provoking Video, Forget About Slick Production Values
09 Jul 2019
In a previous age, videoconferencing was bright, sterile, and unpleasant. It lacked the multi-sensory input that makes face-to-face meetings valuable.
Streaming Innovation in Manufacturing: Building the Future
14 Jun 2019
The assembly line has changed. Streaming video and audio, as well as machine learning and computer vision, are helping manufacturing become smarter and leaner.
SME '19: Tim Siglin Recaps Highlights of Streaming Media East
28 May 2019
Tim Siglin of Streaming Media and Help Me! Stream hits the high points of two days of interviews and industry trends from Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: Twitch's Tarek Amara Talks Multi-Codec Streaming
27 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Twitch's Tarek Amara discuss Twitch's developing the emerging codec landscape and Twitch's multi-codec content delivery strategy on the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: fuboTV's Geir Magnusson Talks Server-Side Ad Insertion
24 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and fuboTV CTO Geir Magnusson discuss SSAI and ad personalization on the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: Notre Dame's Eric Nisly Talks University Social Streaming
23 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Notre Dame Studios Lead Streaming Engineer Eric Nisly discuss streaming operations at the University of Notre Dame at Streaming Media East.
SME '19: Colin Sandy Says Streaming and AV Are Converging and Clashing
22 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Colin Sandy of Sandy Audio-Visual discuss the convergence of Streaming and AV.
SME '19: RealEyes' David Hassoun Talks Troubleshooting Large-Scale Live Streams
21 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and RealEyes CEO David Hassoun discuss large-scale livestream monitoring and analysis on the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
The State of Enterprise Video 2019
21 May 2019
Analytics, scale, quality, and artificial intelligence are top trends in enterprise video. And live streaming is catching on in a variety of new areas.
SME '19: Datazoom’s Diane Strutner Talks Real-Time Data and Women in Streaming Media
20 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Datazoom's Diane Strutner discuss Datazoom's real-time video data infrastructure platform and the latest developments with Women in Streaming Media in this interview from the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: IBM Watson's Scott Grizzle Talks Live Captioning and the Rise of IP Video
17 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews IBM Watson Media & Weather Senior Solutions Manager Scott Grizzle at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: Stratigro's Denise Alison Talks Social Media Marketing
16 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Stratigro founder Denise Alison discuss how Stratigro works with service-based entrepreneurs to improve their B2B social media marketing strategies in this interview from Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: BritBox' Soumya Sriraman Talks OTT Targeting and Engagement
15 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Soumya Sriraman and Efe Akbulut of BritBox at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: Red5 Pro’s Chris Allen Talks WebRTC and Ultra-Low- Latency Streaming at Scale
14 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Red5 Pro CEO Chris Allen discuss peer-to-peer, WebRTC, and sub-500ms latency at million-streams scale on the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
SME '19: Liz Hart Talks Large-Scale Live Streaming
13 May 2019
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Liz Hart of Liz Hart Events discuss life inside the broadcast truck at high-profile events in this interview from the show floor at Streaming Media East 2019.
The State of WebRTC and Low-Latency Streaming 2019
19 Apr 2019
It's not a standard yet, but that will likely change. Here's a detailed look at the state of WebRTC, the project that could finally deliver instantaneous video streaming at scale.
Buyers' Guide to Context-Aware Encoding 2019
03 Apr 2019
2018 was the year that context-aware encoding (CAE) went mainstream, but 2019 will be the year that context-aware encoding reaches critical mass.
The State of the OTT Market 2019
19 Mar 2019
Where do the video-on-demand, live linear, and live event markets stand now? And what's coming next, as streaming media delivery enters its third decade?
Buyers' Guide to Encoding Appliances 2019
18 Mar 2019
Software encoding, especially in the cloud, is all the rage these days. So why stick with on-premises hardware? There are good reasons for keeping operations in-house.
3 Things the Streaming Industry Must Do to Prepare for ATSC 3.0
28 Jan 2019
This is "The Year Before the Year of ATSC 3.0," and that means preparation—not just for broadcasters, but for the streaming industry, as well.
ATSC 3.0 and the Future of Broadcast Television: OTA Meets OTT
17 Jan 2019
A new television standard, expected to debut in live broadcasts by 2020, brings the best of streaming—such as 4K video—to over-the-air delivery.
SMW '18: Tim Siglin Recaps Highlights of Streaming Media West
14 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discusses key topics of Streaming Media West 2018, including microservices, interactive streaming, eSports, MR/AR (but not VR), low latency, and Women in Streaming Media.
SMW '18: nanocosmos' Oliver Lietz Talks Interactive Streaming and H5Live
13 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews nanocosmos CEO Oliver Lietz at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Brightcove's Lexie Pike Talks SSAI and Standardization
12 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Brightcove's Lexie Pike at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Meet Group's Lauren Hallanan Talks Solo Streaming and Dating Apps
11 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Meet Group VP of Livestreaming Lauren Hallanan at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMP '18: Ellation's Michael Dale Talks Multichannel OTT
10 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Ellation VP Engineering Michael Dale at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: VideoLink's Kevin McCarthy Talks ReadyCam Studios
07 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews VideoLink Director of Production Kevin McCarthy at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Twitch's Tarek Amara Talks Multi-Codec Streaming
06 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Twitch's Tarek Amara at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: THEO Technologies' Pieter-Jan Speelmans Talks Modular Player APIs
05 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews THEO Technologies CTO Pieter-Jan Speelmans at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Mobeon's Mark Alamares Talks Mixed Reality Storytelling
04 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Mobeon CEO Mark Alamares at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Chris Knowlton Talks Microsoft Stream
03 Dec 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Microsoft Principal Lead Program Manager Chris Knowlton at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: JD Fox Talks Making Small-Market Sports Streaming Look Big League
30 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews JD Fox, Director of Partnerships and Product Management at PrestoSports, at Sports Streaming Summit and Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: IBM Watson Media and Weather's Scott Grizzle Talks Finding Solutions
29 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews IBM Watson Media and Weather Senior Solutions Engineer Scott Grizzle at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Cisco's Sangeeta Ramakrishnan Talks Machine Learning and eSports
28 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Cisco Distinguished Engineer Sangeeta Ramakrishnan at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Beamr's Mark Donnigan Talks All-In HEVC
27 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Beamr VP Marketing Mark Donnigan at Streaming Media West.
SMW '18: First Tube Media's Andrew Beranbom Talks Bands, Brands, and Platforms
26 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews First Tube Media CEO Andrew Beranbom at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Mainstreaming's Mike Smith Talks Hypernode Technology
23 Nov 2018
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Mainstreaming Global VP, Solutions Engineering Mike Smith at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: MediaKind's Mark Russell Talks Microservices
21 Nov 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews MediaKind CTO & Head of Strategy Mark Russell at Streaming Media West 2018.
SMW '18: Teradek's Jon Landman Introduces the HEVC-Ready VidiU GO
20 Nov 2018
Tim Siglin interviews Teradek VP Marketing Jon Landman at Streaming Media West 2018.
Portable Streaming Encoders Shrink and Grow
26 Sep 2018
As companies launch small-form-factor encoders (SFFEs) for live streaming and (sometimes) recording, one of the biggest questions potential users ask is whether these devices offer the same encoding functionality as larger units.
How Australia's Optus Missed the Goal at the World Cup
25 Sep 2018
Optus claimed it experienced "unprecedented demand" for live video streaming during the 2018 World Cup, but what else would it expect?
Charting Where Enterprise Video Will Go in the Years Ahead
19 Jul 2018
What's new and next for corporate video? Improved search and discovery, an eye toward monetization, and a resurgence of on-prem or hybrid solutions.
Digging It! Streaming Video in Mining and Offshore Exploration
13 Jul 2018
The streaming world is bigger than Netflix and UGC. Learn how exploration and engineering companies use rugged systems to stream video from the harshest conditions on the globe.
Streaming Video Exploration Makes the World a Little Smaller
05 Jul 2018
Both armchair explorers and scientists are making use of new video technologies that are able to see more deeply than human vision can.
Come Together: Streaming in Professional Music Production
14 Jun 2018
Services like Spotify get all the headlines, but there's a not-so-quiet revolution in music production, and low-latency streaming is driving it.
Help Us Help Others Stream: The Online Video Industry Gives Back
12 Jun 2018
This is the birth of a non-profit that could make a difference in the lives of many. If you have streaming skills and you'd like to help NGOs working in economically distressed areas, read on.
Next-Generation Content Delivery: The Shift Is Underway
12 Jun 2018
What will it take for live streaming to finally match the global scale of traditional TV? A look at the next 18 months of next-gen video delivery.
SME 2018: ABC's Raj Moorjani Talks Immersive Storytelling
07 Jun 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews ABC News Product Manager Raj Moorjani at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Vimeo's Harris Beber Talks Monetization on Ad-Free Video Platforms
06 Jun 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Vimeo CMO Harris Beber at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: SeaChange's Kurt Michel Talks Content Management and Metadata Enrichment
05 Jun 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews SeaChange's Kurt Michel at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: TIME's Mia Tramz Talks Brand Impact and Immersive Media
04 Jun 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews TIME's Mia Tramz at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: RYOT Studio's Kathryn Friedrich Talks Storytelling and Brand Engagement
01 Jun 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews RYOT Studio's Kathryn Friedrich at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: GigCasters' Casey Charvet Talks Large-Scale Live Event Streaming
30 May 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interview GigCasters' Casey Charvet at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: RealEyes' Jun Heider Talks AI, MAM, and Advanced Video App Development
30 May 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews RealEyes Media Chief of Technology Jun Heider at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: Red5 Pro's Chris Allen Talks Ultra-Low Latency Large-Scale Streaming
29 May 2018
Streaming Media contributing editor Tim Siglin interviews Red5 Pro CEO & Co-Founder Chris Allen at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: Mobeon's Mark Alamares Talks Challenges of Making Immersive Video Mainstream
28 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Mobeon CEO Mark Alamares at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Roku's Bernarda Duarte Talks Channel Acquisition and OTT Direct Publishing
25 May 2018
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Roku's Bernarda Duarte at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: IBM Cloud Video's Scott Grizzle Talks Protocols, Codecs, and Latency
24 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews IBM Cloud Video's Scott Grizzle at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Kelley Green Consulting's Lisa Larson-Kelley Talks App Development and Facebook Live
23 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Kelley Green Consulting's Lisa Larson-Kelley at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: Streaming Video Alliance's Jason Thibeault Talks Machine Learning and Content Delivery
22 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Streaming Video Alliance's Jason Thibeault at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Knowledge Vision's Michael Kolowich Talks Knovio Live and Multimedia Webcasting
21 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Knowledge Vision's Michael Kolowich at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: RealNetworks Founder Rob Glaser Talks RMHD and Real's Longterm Strategy
21 May 2018
Streaming Media's Jan Ozer interviews RealNetworks Founder Rob Glaser at Streaming Media East 2018.
SME 2018: Brightcove's Matt Smith Talks Machine Learning and Context-Aware Encoding
18 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Brightcove's Matt Smith at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: IAB's Eric John Talks Brand Safety, Blockchain
17 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews IAB's Eric John at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Technicolor-Postworks Colorist Anthony Raffaele Talks 4K and HDR
16 May 2018
Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin interviews Technicolor-Postworks' Anthony Raffaele following his keynote at at Streaming Media East 2018
SME 2018: Teradek Talks New Contribution and Distribution Solutions
08 May 2018
Teradek VP Sales Jon Landman discusses live streaming problem-solving and new announcements at Streaming Media East 2018.
Streaming Options for Foreign Travelers Are Improving—Slowly
27 Apr 2018
When it comes to subscription video on-demand, increasingly you can take it with you. Some services now let subscribers stream while abroad.
Buyers' Guide to Encoder Appliances
20 Apr 2018
Sometimes software-only solutions just don't cut it. Here's how to understand the tradeoff between hardware and software encoding, and how to select the best appliance when low-latency and delivery matter.
20 for 20: The Top Mergers and Acquisitions of the Past 20 Years
18 Apr 2018
Streaming Media has been around for 20 years, and has seen a lot of interesting technologies, opportunities, and business acumen come together.
20 for 20: The Most Important Standards of the Last 20 Years
18 Apr 2018
To celebrate Streaming Media's 20th year, here's an overview of 20 major patents and standards that have impacted the growth of the streaming media industry.
The State of Enterprise Video 2018
16 Apr 2018
Enterprise video platforms set themselves apart from their media and entertainment counterparts, and vendors learn it takes significant reengineering to serve the business market.
Top 20 Streaming Technologies of the Last 20 Years
30 Mar 2018
It's our 20th anniversary, and so we're taking a look back at the 20 technologies that have dominated—and sometimes frustrated—the streaming media industry over the past 20 years.
Streaming Forum Keynote: Sky Spins Up New Channels in Minutes
28 Feb 2018
Sky principal streaming architect Jeff Webb shared how a move from appliance-based workflows to container-based workflows now means that the broadcaster can spin up new channels in minutes, a process that used to take up to 4 weeks
Buyers' Guide to Content- and Context-Aware Encoding 2018
23 Feb 2018
A new generation of encoders looks at the context of content to deliver better video playback and higher efficiency. Here's what publishers need to know about CAE.
Analysis: Is Ooyala Worthless?
07 Feb 2018
Telstra writes down final investment in Ooyala, will exit ad tech acquired from Videoplaza. What went wrong?
Seed Money: 6 Ways Streaming Video Plays a Role in Farming
02 Feb 2018
In chores such as cattle wrangling and crop rotation, streaming video is surprisingly important to those working in agribusiness.
The Streaming Video Revolution Is About More Than Entertainment
18 Jan 2018
Industries such as agriculture, mining, music, and manufacturing have all been transformed by audio and video streaming. In 2018, we'll take a deeper look.
The Streaming Industry Is Dead, and It's Never Been Hotter
15 Dec 2017
Over the decades the streaming video industry has migrated into hundreds of other industries, and what was fringe is now mainstream.
SMW 17: Brightcove's Anil Jain Talks Securing Live-Streamed Content
08 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Brightcove EVP & GM, Media Anil Jain at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Bulldog's John Petrocelli Talks Branded User Experiences
07 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Bulldog Digital Media CEO John Petrocelli at Live Streaming Summit 2017.
SMW 17: Gabriella Mirabelli Talks Leveraging Data Science in Online Video
07 Dec 2017
Anatomy Media's Gabriella Mirabelli explains how content owners can leverage data science in online video without being data scientists in this interview with Tim Siglin at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Mobeon's Mark Alamares Talks 360/VR Immersive Storytelling
05 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Mobeon CEO Mark Alamares at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: VideoRx's Robert Reinhardt Talks SRT and the Future of Codecs
05 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews VideoRx's Robert Reinhardt at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Microsoft's Andy Beach Talks Machine Learning and Media
04 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Microsoft Principal SDE, Communications & Media Andy Beach at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: IBM's Scott Grizzle Talks Watson and Video Enrichment
01 Dec 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews IBM Cloud Video Senior Solutions Engineer Scott Grizzle at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Brightcove's David Sayed Talks Context-Aware Encoding
30 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Brightcove VP of Product Marketing at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: AWS Elemental's Keith Wymbs Talks Live 4K in the Cloud
29 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews AWS Elemental CMO Keith Wymbs following Wymbs' opening keynote at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Teradek's Jon Landman Talks Mobile Switching, VR Stitching, and HEVC Encoding
28 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Teradek's Jon Landman discuss the latest from Teradek, including HEVC cloud transcoding, wireless transmission, and VR/360 capture, stitching, and streaming.
SMW 17: Magewell's Darry Spangler Talks 4K Live Capture
27 Nov 2017
Magewell's Darryl Spangler and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss 4K live capture and Magewell's Streaming Media Reader's Choice-winning solutions in this interview from Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: id3as's Dom Robinson Talks Muxing, Multicasting, and Architecting CDNs
24 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Dom Robinson, id3as founder and author, Content Delivery Networks: Fundamentals, Design, and Evolution at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Deluxe's Rick Phelps Talks Full-Service Broadcast Content Delivery
21 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Deluxe Entertainment SVP, Broadcast Sales Rick Phelps at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: DVEO's Nick Joseph Talks DOZER, Lower-Latency HLS
21 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews DVEO Sales Engineer Nick Joseph at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: BlueFrame's Chris Knowlton Talks Cost-Effective End-to-End Streaming for DII College Sports
21 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews BlueFrame Technology Partner & Chief Strategy Officer Chris Knowlton at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: StreamOne's Ruud van der Linden Talks OVP Pre-Integration
20 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Ruud van der Linden, Founder and CEO of Netherlands-based online video platform StreamOne, at Streaming Media West 2017.
SMW 17: Beamr's Dror Gill Talks Integrated Video Encoding and Optimization
16 Nov 2017
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin interviews Beamr CTO Dror Gill at Streaming Media West 2017.
The Chinese Streaming Market Rife With Possibilities and Pitfalls
06 Nov 2017
Western publishers that want to stream video to audiences in China need to overcome unique hurdles that are more political than technical.
IMF: One Format to Rule Them All or Just One More Format?
23 Oct 2017
The Interoperable Master Format (IMF) offers the appeal of a universal distribution format for all video, but it's not quite there yet. Here's where development stands today.
Is Apple's Move to HEVC About Effectiveness or Efficiency?
05 Oct 2017
The latest macOS includes support for HEVC, but not for older Macs. In the rush to support higher resolutions and lower files sizes, are too many people being left out?
MAM and DAM Evolve Into the Cloud, Going Beyond the Basics
30 Sep 2017
Managing media assets is about far more than storing and finding clips, and cutting-edge MAM and DAM systems are moving to the cloud and taking on VR and 4K.
Apple TV Goes 4K
12 Sep 2017
Company finally catches up with Roku, hints that the new video encoder for iPhone 8 and iPhone X is HEVC
Lock it Down: How to Keep Enterprise Video Safe and Secure
03 Aug 2017
From pipes to pixels, enterprise video security is becoming big business. This article puts a spotlight on three types of content security solutions: encryption, rights management, and content management.
Beyond TCP: Meet the Next Generation of Transport Protocols
01 Aug 2017
Lower latency while increasing reliability: That's the promise of alternate transmission protocols that expand on TCP or simply replace it as the streaming transmission champ.
A King’s Ransom: Why Do OTT Subscription Costs Keep Rising?
16 Jun 2017
The subscription video market is getting crowded, so why aren't prices declining? To understand that, first understand which actors are driving the market.
HDR: The More Bits, the Better
06 Jun 2017
Apple's new Macs feature 10-bit HEVC decoding for HDR video viewing. To understand why that's important, it's worth a look at an old technology—film cameras
Dying to Stream: The Rise in Violent Acts Streamed Live Online
20 Apr 2017
Another week, another story of a horrific act live streamed across the internet. Live video makes this possible. Now, how does the industry stop it?
Is Premium OTT Content Worth the Price?
18 Apr 2017
By focusing on premium content—with hefty licensing and production costs—OTT services are hurting themselves and their subscribers
How to Design an Automated Workflow
18 Apr 2017
Create automated systems and save your employees' work hours for other jobs. Here's how to create a video workflow that improves both productivity and quality.
How to: Video Quality Optimization
13 Apr 2017
From spatial to temporal to perceptual, optimizing video depends on how it's measured. This how-to guide explores recent advances taking place in video quality.
Buyers' Guide to Unified Communications 2017
10 Apr 2017
Simply being able to connect enterprise devices isn't the real goal. In the march to HEVC, could UCC interoperability issues become a thing of the past?
Buyers' Guide to Enterprise Video Platforms 2017
07 Apr 2017
The questions companies need to answer: Build vs. buy? Cloud, on-premises, or hybrid? Here's what to decide before staring a search.
Buyers' Guide to Media Servers 2017
07 Apr 2017
From 4K to MP4, media server software keeps innovating our industry toward its OTT future. Best of all, there are options right for every budget.
NewTek Goes Full 4K with the IP-Based TriCaster TC1 Live Production System
06 Apr 2017
The TC1 supports acquisition resolutions up to 4Kp60 and can stream directly to Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Microsoft Azure, Periscope, Twitch, and other streaming sites
Buyers' Guide to Media and Entertainment Video Platforms 2017
06 Apr 2017
From 4K to PPV, media and entertainment platforms can help publishers realize and monetize their OTT visions. Here are the extras that set the best apart.
Buyers' Guide to Transcoders 2017
04 Apr 2017
Cloud transcoding is growing in popularity, but sometimes only a dedicated appliance will do. For automated video workflows at scale, here's what businesses need to know.
Buyers' Guide to Encoding 2017
03 Apr 2017
From pico to infinite, encoders come in all shapes and sizes. Here's all the information businesses need to choose the best encoder for their situation.
The Biggest Streaming Media Mergers and Acquisitions of 2016
30 Mar 2017
Niagara, IBM, ComScore, and More: 2016 yielded lower innovation, greater consolidation, and a whole lot of big-ticket M&A activity.
The State of Enterprise Video 2017
17 Mar 2017
In an exciting period of revival, new features and new formats stemming from last year's entertainment solutions bring significant changes to the enterprise. Here are seven areas to watch.
The State of QoS 2017
16 Mar 2017
Despite some much-hyped problems, 2016 was a watershed year for online video quality of service (QoS), and 2017 promises further advances.
Buyers' Guide to Content Delivery Networks 2017
07 Mar 2017
Contrary to popular belief, CDNs aren't going away—for good reason—but their pricing models are changing. Here are the costs companies need to consider.
Streaming Meets Unified Communications: Convergence Is on the Way
20 Jan 2017
Social media, online video platforms, and knowledge management systems are coming together to create the future of enterprise communications.
Latency Sucks! So Which Companies Are Creating a Solution?
12 Jan 2017
It's one of the biggest challenges facing live video streaming today, and it's remained frustratingly stubborn. Explore the technical solutions that could finally bring latency down to the 1-second mark.
Cut the Cord, Plug In an Antenna: It's Prime Time for Subchannels
11 Jan 2017
TV Everywhere is plagued by connection difficulties, while quality is improving on over-the-air digital subchannels. The home antenna is making a comeback.
NewTek and Wowza Release MediaDS
05 Jan 2017
Encoder offers NewTek proprietary IP inputs, world-class color correction, and an integrated Wowza Streaming Engine for live delivery
The China Problem: Government-Sponsored Formats Are Incompatible
05 Dec 2016
Ever heard of the Audio Video Standard (AVS)? What about China Blue High-Definition (CBHD)? China's homegrown standards keep Western companies at bay.
How to Monetize: AVOD, TVOD, or SVOD?
22 Nov 2016
In quotes from a Streaming Media/Unisphere survey, our readers talk about the biggest monetization opportunities and challenges facing them today and tomorrow
Video: Microsoft Seeks Elegant Ways to Match Esports Broadcasters to Their Audience
19 Nov 2016
Microsoft's Andy Beach and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss the latest strategic developments around live-streamed and VOD esports in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: DVEO Takes Aim at Server Market
18 Nov 2016
DVEO CEO Laszlo Zoltan explains to Streaming Media's Tim Siglin how DVEO, with products in multiple categories, works to establish a beachhead in the server market, in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: Facebook Live and the State of Live UGC Video
16 Nov 2016
Yahoo's Omer Luzatti and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss the rise of Facebook Live, who else has a shot at live UGC market share, and the challenges of scaling in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: EuclidIQ Partners to Provide End-to-End OTT Encoding Solution
15 Nov 2016
EuclidIQ's Frank Capria and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss Euclid's new OptiiQ.ly and UptiiQ solutions and improving the viewer experience for online and OTT video in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: New Brightcove Platform Embraces Post-Flash World
14 Nov 2016
Brightcove's Matt Smith and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss the death of Flash, the dawn of DASH, the impact of VPAID, and monetization in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: Bitmovin Provides Adaptive Streaming Infrastructure, HTML5 Cloud Encoding for Enterprise and Integrators
14 Nov 2016
Bitmovin CEO Stefan Lederer describes Bitmovin's enterprise focus, cloud encoding and player infrastructure, DRM, 24/7 worldwide support, and increasing attention to VR 360 in this wide-ranging interview with Tim Siglin at Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: Mirror Image Develops Cloud Application Logic, Adopts Dynamic Delivery Network Model
14 Nov 2016
In this interview at Streaming Media West 2016, Mirror-Image CEO Gustav Vik and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss Mirror Image's innovative edge-caching model, and new Ad Block Override solution.
Video: Best Practices for Live Captioning
11 Nov 2016
LinkedIn's Heather Hurford and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin take a deep dive into the current challenges of closed-captioning live-streamed video in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: First Look--Epiphan Pearl-2
11 Nov 2016
Epiphan's David Kirk gives Streaming Media Producer's Tim Siglin the skinny on Epiphan's new 4K-capable streaming appliance, the Pearl 2, at Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: Ustream Offers Full VOD Capabilities as Part of IBM Cloud Video
10 Nov 2016
Ustream's Alden Fertig and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin discuss Ustream's expansion into VOD and enterprise since being acquired by IBM Cloud Video in this interview from Streaming Media West 2016.
Video: Flash is Dead; What Encoding and Engineering Challenges Await?
09 Nov 2016
Viacom VP Engineering Jeff Tapper and Streaming Media's Tim Siglin survey the encoding and engineering landscape of online and mobile video in life after Flash.
Video: Wowza Announces GoCoder SDK App Challenge Winner
09 Nov 2016
In early 2016, Wowza unveiled the GoCoder SDK, which accelerates live streaming mobile app development, and challenged users to create the best GoCoder app. The winners were revealed in this interview at Streaming Media West.
Measuring Success: The Multiplatform Analytics Challenge
12 Oct 2016
Counting viewers has always been a difficulty for streaming publishers, and today's multiplatform world makes the issue more demanding than ever. The answer is to radically rethink video analytics.
Alibaba Group Dominated Partner Announcements at this Year's IBC
30 Sep 2016
Eastern powerhouse Alibaba has reached America's shores. Here's what the industry needs to know about Amazon's fiercest competitor.
Less Hype, More Market Research
06 Sep 2016
A look back at the history of our industry reveals that critical decisions have been made on nothing but gut feelings. It's time for a more research-based approach to move streaming media forward.
Survey: Do You AVOD, SVOD, or TVOD?
10 Aug 2016
Fill out the Streaming Media/Unisphere survey on VOD monetization and have a chance to win an iPad Pro.
Infographic: Next-Gen Video Formats
03 Aug 2016
OTT decision-makers are bullish on HDR, HFR, VR, and 4K, according to results of a survey by Streaming Media and Unisphere Research
Beyond Standards: Moving Past MPEG to Create a Video-Friendly Web
21 Jul 2016
As over-the-top video continues to grow in popularity—call it the "Netflix-ification" of the web—the streaming standards the industry relies on begin to feel the strain.
The Summer of Streaming Love: Will Netflix Take Over the World?
18 Jul 2016
The origins of the internet date back to hippie-era San Francisco, where the building blocks were created. This summer, online video is set for a similar revolution.
Live-Switching and Streaming From Mobile Devices
15 Jul 2016
The pocket-size production studio known as a smartphone has a camera, cellular data or Wi-Fi connectivity, and an external microphone input. Here are two different ways to live stream video from mobile devices.
HLS Now Supports Fragmented MP4, Making it Compatible With DASH
16 Jun 2016
iOS and macOS announcements aren't the only things coming out of WWDC 2016: Apple announced that HLS will support fragmented MP4. Here's why that means huge cost savings for video providers.
The Worldwide Video Revolution Is Happening on Small Screens
03 Jun 2016
Inexpensive access to smartphones is letting people around the world add their voices to the chorus, creating a new wave of user-generated content.
CDNs Need to Meet Demand of 38.5B Connected Devices by 2020
09 May 2016
In a Content Delivery Summit 2016 opening keynote, Level 3's CTO said that 90 percent of all IP traffic will be video in only a few years.
Open Caching and the Future of Streaming
09 May 2016
At the Content Delivery Summit today, Qwilt's Mark Fisher discussed how open caching can increase capacity at reduced cost
30 Days to a Better (Streaming) You: Conferences Lead the Way
26 Apr 2016
Spring is the time to sharpen your streaming skills. If you started with NAB last week, be sure to continue your journey with Streaming Media East in May.
The State of Mobile Video 2016
05 Apr 2016
Like it or not, that phone in your pocket isn't going to get any smaller. Streaming video is driving the trend for bigger screens and better connection speeds in the coming year.
Buyer's Guide to Media and Entertainment Video Platforms 2016
31 Mar 2016
Here's how to choose a collaborative system for both creating media content and then managing and securely distributing that content.
The Biggest Streaming Media Mergers and Acquisitions of 2015
31 Mar 2016
From A(OL) to V(erizon) we look at the mergers and acquisitions that mattered in the last year. Here's a look back, with an eye toward what they portend for the future.
Buyer's Guide to Enterprise Video Platforms 2016
30 Mar 2016
Security, mobility, formats, and location lead the list of considerations when choosing an EVP. Here's how to shop for and test a solution.
Buyer's Guide to CDN Services 2016
20 Mar 2016
From pure-play to piecemeal, CDN services offer significant benefits. Here are the major features to look for at a time when the lines around CDN services are getting blurred.
The State of Enterprise Video 2016
20 Mar 2016
Balancing the need for security with employees' desire to use their own devices at work, enterprise video delivery platforms are more than just a pale imitation of consumer platforms.
A Stitch in Time: How Stream Stitching Beats the Ad Blockers
29 Jan 2016
Ad blockers are the bane of online video publishers everywhere. Can stream stitching, also known as server-side ad insertion, save the day?
Leaping Into 2016: What Still Needs to Be Solved in Streaming
25 Jan 2016
Three items for the online video industry's to-do list: Challenges for optimization, latency, and encoding that can be fixed in the short term.
Testing the Vitec MGW Ace and MGW D265 for HEVC Encode/Decode
03 Dec 2015
While Vitec's latest encoder and decoder are strong products by themselves, they're even more impressive when used together in a complete end-to-end solution.
The Forecast for 2016 Is Mostly Cloudy With a Chance of Streaming
02 Dec 2015
Presenting a weather report on the industry's accelerated move toward cloud-based video acquisition and delivery.
Streaming Thankfulness
25 Nov 2015
Many streams make light work as our Streams of Thought columnist shares his gratitude this Thanksgiving.
Streaming Media West '15: A Closer Look at the Epiphan Pearl and SDI2USB
20 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Epiphan's Dave Kirk discuss Epiphan's capture, encoding, and live streaming workflow solutions at Streaming Media West 2015.
Streaming Media West '15: How PAC-12 Networks Keeps Viewers Watching and Measures Engagement
20 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and PAC-12 Networks' Ryan Currier discuss strategies for sustaining and measuring viewer engagement at Streaming Media West 2015.
Streaming Media West '15: Stop Equating Video Quality with Bit Rate
20 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and SSIMWave chairman and chief scientist Dr. Zhou Wang discuss encoding optimization and quality-of-experience assessments for online video at Streaming Media West 2015.
Streaming Media West '15: Unifying the Playback Experience Across Multiple Platforms
20 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Microsoft's Andy Beach discuss Azure cloud management and automation, UHD vs. HDR, delivering playback experience across multiple platforms, and more
Streaming Media West '15: Stream-Stitching: Replacing Content and Replacing Ads
19 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Anvato's Matt Smith discuss stream-stitching, ad insertion, HDR, and more at Streaming Media West 2015
Streaming Media West '15: Lockheed Martin and On-Prem vs. Cloud
18 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Lockheed Martin's Eric Hards discuss on-premise vs. cloud and the RFP process.
Streaming Media West '15: What Enterprise Customers Want from Online Video Providers
18 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Oracle's David Boyll discuss key features of OVPs for enterprise clients at Streaming Media West 2015
Streaming Media West '15: Elemental, AWS, and the State of Cloud Transcoding
18 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Elemental Technologies' Aslam Khader discuss developments since Amazon Web Services' acquisition of Elemental and the software-driven cloud delivery, HEVC, HDR, and UHD.
Streaming Media West '15: Yahoo Takes the NFL Global
18 Nov 2015
Yahoo says it delivered 33 million steams to 15 million unique viewers of the October 25 Jacksonville-Buffalo NFL game
Streaming Media West '15: Why Put All Your Bits into More Pixels When You Can Put Better Pixels Up?
18 Nov 2015
Streaming Media's Tim Siglin and Akamai's Will Law discuss new technologies affecting OTT and the streaming industry
Streaming Media West '15: Xbox Live Behind the Scenes
17 Nov 2015
Xbox Live's Corey Smith shared behind-the-scenes details about the Xbox Live Events interactive platform and a recent Xbox One event
Streaming Media West '15: Talking Xbox Live with Microsoft's Corey Smith
17 Nov 2015
At Streaming Media West 2015, Streaming Media Contributing Editor Tim Siglin and Opening Keynote Presenter Corey Smith of Microsoft's Xbox Live discuss what's next for Xbox Live, HDR, and the live linear platform Microsoft used to deliver Smith's keynote worldwide via Xbox.
Streaming Media West '15: Introducing the Roland V-1HD
17 Nov 2015
Tim Siglin and Rob Read discuss the V-1HD, Roland's just-announced portable 4 x HDMI input switcher
Heads Roll in a Time of Transition for the Online Video Industry
02 Oct 2015
The future is up for grabs as viewers move from broadcast and cable to online, but will greedy royalty fees slow growth at a critical moment?
Implementing Real-Time Video Collaboration in the Enterprise
01 Oct 2015
For many companies, the path is clear: understanding, championing, and leveraging video collaboration for more efficient business models.
When Travelers Go Abroad, Online Video Services Don't Follow
21 Sep 2015
Add streaming video to the list of travelers' woes, right behind jetlag and missed connections. The solution is simple, but completely ignored.
Commentary: Apple Has Lost Its Way with New Apple TV
11 Sep 2015
The new device, announced at this week's Apple keynote, has a number of ill-conceived design limitations, a few outright flaws, and a gaping privacy issue.
Haivision Launches the Calypso Enterprise Video Platform
11 Aug 2015
This enterprise-ready video hub includes simulated multicast delivery and strong multi-location support. Native apps will follow in six weeks.
Authentication Remains a Challenge, and Not Just for Streaming
08 Jul 2015
Broadcast snafus for pay-per-view events show ongoing authentication flaws, but seamless authentication via intelligent request routing might save the day for both broadcast and streaming
Time Flies: The Art and Technology Behind Great Timelapse Videos
08 Jun 2015
Creating jaw-dropping slow-motion and timelapse effects is now easier and more affordable than ever. Here's how to speed up or slow down time like a pro.
Esports: Is This the Next Big Thing in Streaming Video?
02 Jun 2015
Esports are the streaming industry's best-kept secret, but recent developments suggest they're quickly taking center stage.
Skype TX: Could Skype's New Offering Create a News Revolution?
02 Jun 2015
The NewTek TalkShow VS-100 is based on Skype TX, which brings simple videoconferencing to the broadcast video workflow.
Cedexis: Pros and Cons of Cloud and Hybrid CDN Delivery
12 May 2015
Are cloud data centers growing at the expense of content delivery networks (CDNs)? Are there limits to a cloud-only approach? Cedexis' Pete Mastin examined these questions at the Content Delivery Summit.
Streaming Media East '15: Benchmarking Your Video Workflow
12 May 2015
Streaming Media East panel highlights results of a survey covering all aspects of the video workflow, from acquisition to propagation
Valve: Delivering Content to More Than 125 Million Users
11 May 2015
At the Content Delivery Summit, attendees learned how Valve's Steam platform keeps up with demand from 9.5 million concurrent players who play 2 billion minutes per day
Pandora: Capacity Has Grown 50x in Eight Years
11 May 2015
Pandora CIO Steve Ginsberg shared some of Pandora's network and delivery secrets at the Content Delivery Summit in New York
VITEC Aces HEVC
04 May 2015
Company serves today's market by focusing on 1080p with its MGW ACE, builds for tomorrow with an eye towards 4K
Wowza Streaming Cloud Eases Live Event Setup
24 Apr 2015
Company offers simplified pay-as-you-stream version complete with playout, which can be configured in advance or soon before a live event
The Fate of Broadcast TV in 2015: Last Gasp or Second Wind?
22 Apr 2015
While video streaming has increased, so has the number of over-the-air broadcast channels. Can broadcasters stop the planned broadcast spectrum auction?
Presenting Streaming Media's Gear of the Year, 2014-15
21 Apr 2015
Some of our top writers studied the gear releases from the past 12 months to honor the most interesting, innovative, and altogether breakthrough video products and technologies.
The Biggest Streaming Media Mergers and Acquisitions of 2014
31 Mar 2015
A look back on the past year's mergers and acquisitions, with an eye toward what they portend for the future.
Buyer's Guide to Media and Entertainment Video Platforms 2015
31 Mar 2015
Filming in remote locations becomes much easier with the right MEVP as a partner. Here are five questions to ask before making a purchase.
The State of Content Delivery 2015
23 Mar 2015
Mobile device adoption, security requirements, and the rapid growth of premium OTT video will all challenge CDNs in the coming year.
Pumping AIR into the Flash Debate
23 Mar 2015
Even on mobile devices, Flash isn't really gone. We talked to Adobe to clarify how Flash Player and Adobe Integrated Runtime (AIR) continue to grow together.
The State of Mobile Video 2015
16 Mar 2015
Sharper screens, multicast, and phablets set the stage for the year ahead. As consumers watch more on mobile devices, how many subscriptions will they pay for?
Buyer's Guide to Enterprise Video Platforms 2015
13 Mar 2015
You need to look at six key areas when choosing a platform to manage your enterprise video, including the platform's strategy for mobile, security, SharePoint, and adaptive bitrate.
The State of Media Servers 2015
11 Mar 2015
Do we even need media servers in 2015? You bet we do; HTTP servers simply aren't up to live streaming and adapting to new technologies. Here's a survey of the media server market as it stands today.
The State of Enterprise Video 2015
11 Mar 2015
2014's planning has turned into 2015's execution, but corporate video is still evolving slowly as enterprises figure out how to deal with moving away from overlay, whether or not to embrace the clooud, and what role (if any) integration with SharePoint and Skype for Business will play.
Aframe, massAV, and the Game of “Musical Chairs”
09 Mar 2015
Aframe offers a cloud-based, SaaS approach to video management and storage, charging by the seat. Here's a look at how one company, massAV, works with Aframe to collaborate on video projects while keeping seat rental costs down.
First Look: NewTek TalkShow VS-100
02 Feb 2015
NewTek jumps into remote news gathering with the TalkShow VS-100, a Skype TX-based product that dramatically improves the Skype video experience.
RGB Networks Sold to Imagine Communications for Undisclosed Sum
27 Jan 2015
The move—the fourth recent acquisition by Imagine—further consolidates the TV Everywhere landscape, and is focused on ad-insertion technology.
The Challenge for Next-Generation Enterprise Video Platforms
12 Jan 2015
Are video platforms geared toward the enterprise more than just repackaged entertainment platforms? Here's how to make a choice.
Thoma Bravo Sells Telestream to Allow Exit, Growth Acceleration
07 Jan 2015
Genstar Capital purchases Telestream for an undisclosed sum, with an eye on increasing revenue for the already-profitable company
The Challenge of Mobile Video: Big Returns for Small Screens
02 Jan 2015
The technology barriers are almost gone, and mobile video is growing faster than desktop. So when will mobile video delivery finally be profitable?
HDMI Fails at 4K; Will CES Show a Faster Wireless Connector?
02 Jan 2015
Streaming 4K video will be a major theme at next week's CES, but manufacturers need to ditch the outdated HDMI connector for TV viewing.
Video in the War Zone: The Current State of Military Streaming
31 Dec 2014
For the armed forces, streaming is a matter of national security. Here's an exclusive look at how the military, from analysts to ground troops, is using streaming video.
State of CDN Services Survey: A Supply and Demand Mismatch?
16 Dec 2014
Social media video only accounts for 8% of content from a delivery perspective, but 23% from a consumption standpoint, according to a recent study by Streaming Media and Akamai. Why the disconnect?
Four More Ways Streaming Quality Must Improve to Compete With TV
09 Dec 2014
Viewers aren't seeing 50 shades of gray because streaming video color calibration is outdated. Here's what else needs to impove.
Elemental Pushes Concept of Software-Defined Video
25 Nov 2014
Elemental co-founder Sam Blackman talks networking and video workflows using off-the-shelf hardware rather than specialized processors
Online Video Must Improve Streaming Quality to Compete With TV
02 Oct 2014
There are seven glaring quality issues that still plague online video. The industry needs to get serious if it hopes to rival television in popularity.
The Google Video Quality Report: What it Means for Video
24 Sep 2014
Some connections are too slow for HD YouTube streaming. A helpful metric from Google explains why some viewers see a less-than-pristine picture.
Bit by Bit, Europe Leads the Way in Data Roaming Charges
05 Sep 2014
A move by the European Union to control data roaming rates could lead to streaming throughput improvements that benefit mobile video.
VITEC and the Art of Low Latency
03 Sep 2014
As IBC approaches, VITEC doubles down on lower latency products such as its Media Gateway Pico, which features no moving parts in form factor the size of a cigarette pack
Online Video Insiders Aren't Using Second-Screen Apps: Study
02 Jul 2014
While there's a lot of hype around second-screen apps and personalized recommendations, video pros aren't fans. So who's the audience?
The Many Meanings of E-CDN: Viewing the Options
17 Jun 2014
When it comes to using enterprise content delivery networks to stream video, companies face the choice of cloud, in-house CDN, or hybrid.
Don't Just Compress the Video, Compress the Content
04 Jun 2014
Researchers are creating algorithms that remove non-essential information from a video, allowing viewers to watch it faster than in real-time.
VBrick Revs Up Video Webcasting Platform at Streaming Media East
20 May 2014
Responding to the need for large-scale enterprise video solutions, VBrick debuts VBrick Rev, a portal for live and on-demand video.
Streaming Media East: Netflix Making the Move to HEVC, but Efficiency Gains Lag
13 May 2014
Netflix discusses embracying HEVC (slowly), pushing 4K, and embracing IMF/MXF as a high-quality input format
Verizon Content Delivery Summit Keynote: Removing Complexity
12 May 2014
During his keynote address, Chris Carey showed how the VDMS acquisitions would simplify digital content delivery for its customers.
Comcast Content Delivery Summit Keynote: Live Linear Explained
12 May 2014
Using its IP video development platform VIPER, Xfinity TV Go offers next-generation products and services for on-demand and live linear content.
Content Delivery Summit: Google Talks YouTube Views, Caching
12 May 2014
Google continues to build out POPs worldwide to reach more than a billion viewers and handle more than 100 hours of content uploaded per minute
Forget 4K, Think 4D: Time Could Be a New Wrinkle in Online Video
09 May 2014
Science fiction or science fact? 3D video was a bust with consumers, but 4D could add an exciting new dimension to streaming video.
How to Build a Multiscreen Online Video Workflow
25 Apr 2014
It's important to think ahead when preparing content for different screens in different environments. Read on for best practices from experts.
Industry Experts Discuss the Future of MPEG-DASH at NAB
17 Apr 2014
The DASH Talks, a gathering of DASH supporters, compared notes on the standard's advancement, and highlighted the work being done.
Video Gear Gets Smaller, But One Hurdle Remains
17 Apr 2014
The gear needed to shoot video on-the-go has gotten smaller and more convenient, but one obstacle is holding back even greater advances.
The Biggest Streaming Media Mergers and Acquisitions of 2013
03 Apr 2014
From Samsung buying up Boxee to multiple acquisitions by Verizon and Yahoo, the past year was loaded with M&A activity that reflected streaming's ever-shifting landscape.
Cedexis’ Openmix and Radar Measure the Cloud, Using the Cloud
02 Apr 2014
Partners include Juniper, Rackspace, Amazon, Limelight, Tata, and more as services now measure more than 100 cloud and CDN platforms
Take Our Second-Screen Application Trends Survey and Win an iPad
01 Apr 2014
StreamingMedia.com and Unisphere Research want to know what streaming insiders think of companion viewing apps. Let us know and you could win an iPad Mini.
The State of Enterprise Video 2014
31 Mar 2014
Streaming video is changing the way that business gets done. This year, making enterprise content accessible to mobile devices is a key challenge.
The State of Protocols and Formats 2014
31 Mar 2014
From AVC to WebM, here's a look at the status of the acronyms that define the streaming media world.
A Buyer’s Guide to Multiformat Media Servers
28 Mar 2014
4K and DASH muddy the waters, but the need for servers that can deliver multiple formats and handle closed captioning and ad insertion has never been clearer.
A Buyer’s Guide to Enterprise Video Platforms
21 Mar 2014
The BYOD trend, closed captioning, and cloud services present three key areas that enterprises should address when purchasing an enterprise video platform.
The State of OTT 2014
06 Mar 2014
Are we closer—or further away—from one-size-fits-all media consumption? In this article from the 2014 Streaming Media Industry Sourcebook, we take a look at the OTT landscape from a technology, carrier, and multi-channel video programming distributor standpoint.
First Look: Wowza Streaming Engine 4
13 Feb 2014
Expect big changes from the renamed Wowza Media Server, which now offers a GUI. Both first-timers and power users will be happy about it.
Goodbye Wowza Media Server, Hello Wowza Streaming Engine
11 Feb 2014
The latest version of Wowza Media Server includes a name change and a graphical user interface to make the product easier.
Brightcove Acquires Unicorn Media
06 Jan 2014
Unicorn's Once technology gives Brightcove an end-to-end solution for mobile and ad insertion, with an eye towards getting around the increasingly prevalent use of ad blockers
Enterprise Rushes to the Cloud, Yet Significant Hurdles Remain
03 Jan 2014
A move to the cloud makes sense for most business video initiatives, but pay special attention to issues such as security and bandwidth optimization.
Streaming New Year’s Resolutions for 2014
02 Jan 2014
Now that the new year is here, it's time to make plans for the twelve months ahead. Here are six goals for the betterment of the streaming media industry.
Optimizing Supply Chains for Online Video
09 Dec 2013
To understand data networks, think of the online video industry less as broadcasting and more as the transportation of goods.
Live Streaming With Mobile Devices: The BYOD Challenge
05 Dec 2013
Mobile video in the enterprise is taking off, bringing with it increased security risks and unforeseen content management problems.
Don't Bury Television Yet, Says CNN's Caleb Silver at Streaming Media West
20 Nov 2013
The online video audience continues to grow exponentially, but live events and appointment viewing habits mean traditional TV remains strong, and will continue to be for a long time
BBC Talks Resilient Cloud-Based Broadcast System
20 Nov 2013
At Streaming Media West, BBC senior technical architect Stephen Godwin gave an in-depth look at the broadcaster's new Video Factory workflow
Online Video Captioning Is Critical, Offers Multiple Benefits
19 Nov 2013
Reaching the hearing impaired is only the beginning: A Streaming Media West panel showed that online video captions deliver a variety of tangible benefits. Captions cost, but they also pay.
Streaming Media West Panel Offers Live Streaming Tips and Tricks
19 Nov 2013
A panel of online video veterans presented their best live streaming advice. The difference between a free and a $40,000 encoder isn't just the cost.
Videoconferencing Grows With Rich Media Preservation
10 Oct 2013
Educational institutions and businesses are creating innovative solutions that combine online video instruction and interactivity.
Videoconferencing Meets Streaming -- Finally
09 Oct 2013
It's taken almost 20 years, but enterprise video solutions are finally integrating with videoconferencing tools, and everybody wins.
Wowza Acquires Camfoo
16 Sep 2013
Acquisition complements Wowza's commitment to cloud-based services, which was amplified at IBC by a tighter integration between Wowza Media Server and Amazon CloudFront.
NewTek Intros TriCaster 410 for "Entry-Level Professionals"
09 Sep 2013
Company seizes opportunity to bring HD-SDI to sub-$10k market, along with virtual set enhancements and other features previously available only in higher-priced models
New DASH-AVC/264 Guidelines Include Support for 1080p Video
09 Sep 2013
Ahead of IBC, the DASH Industry Forum has released version 2 of the DASH-AVC/264 guidelines, moving MPEG-DASH to full HD and multichannel audio, among other improvements
Online Video Jumps on the Big Data Bandwagon
13 Aug 2013
It's the era of big data, and online video publishers are embracing this trend in a big way. Learn what deep analytics have to offer the streaming video industry.
For UltraHD Streaming, Studios Need to Forge a Desperate Alliance
10 Jul 2013
Consumers will never go for 4K video that stumbles on the last mile. Here's what the major studios can do about it.
MPEG-DASH Industry Forum Releases Implementation Guidelines
27 Jun 2013
The DASH-IF continues move toward interoperability points and even H.265 integration. Publication will follow in mid-July.
Sonic Foundry Launches Mediasite 7
14 Jun 2013
Companies flagship Mediasite ML HD gets hardware boost, software update featuring multiple video feed synchronization
Wowza Enters Mobile Encoding Space with GoCoder
13 Jun 2013
Company's GoCoder app integrates with flagship media server for live streaming from iPhones over Wi-Fi and cellular
Will HEVC/H.265 Kill the Data Center?
11 Jun 2013
QuickFire thinks so, which is why it's introducing the T-Video Transcoding Platform V1100, a single-RU box with multiple Ethernet connectors and 11 quad-core Core i7 mobile CPUs
Rovi Introduces MainConcept HEVC SDK
04 Jun 2013
Claims to achieve transcoding conversion time savings via software using a single decoded stream and offering up to 10 simultaneous re-encodes for any given stream
Streaming Media East: Large Events Drive TV Everywhere
22 May 2013
A&E, Epix, Ooyala see TV Everywhere turning mainstream, moving towards "individualized channels" in the not-too-distant future
PeerApp Announces New Revenue-Sharing Model
22 May 2013
Offers framework in which pure-play CDNs and service providers can collaborate and generate shared revenue
DASH-AVC/264: Paring Down MPEG-DASH
21 May 2013
DASH-IF introduces a leaner, meaner H.264/fMP4 approach, officially called DASH-AVC/264
Content Delivery Summit 2013: New Challenges and Opportunities
20 May 2013
Transparent caching, federation, and the never-ending growth of video traffic
Commentary: Adobe Goes All In on the Cloud
07 May 2013
Adobe officially changes all the Creative Suite products to Creative Cloud. While that might make logical sense, the shift could create problems for end users and, ultimately, for Adobe, too.
DB Plugins Launches dbObscura To Protect Media Files
01 May 2013
Linux-based solution is intended to secure media files in Oracle databases throughout workflow cycle
Commentary: HLS's Ubiquity May Be DASH's Gain
01 May 2013
Now that virtually all major players support Apple's HLS, the shortcomings of that de facto standard may lead to more widespread implementation of MPEG-DASH
Commentary: Will Flash Player Survive?
26 Apr 2013
Recent announcements surrounding Adobe's plans for Primetime—including the inclusion of HLS and DASH support—beg the question: Why isn't the venerable Flash Player getting key upgrades?
Commentary: H.265 and 4K Ultra HD—History Repeats Itself?
24 Apr 2013
Technology alone may not be enough to drive consumer and broadcast adoption
2K and 4K Televisions: Will Consumers Show an Interest?
12 Apr 2013
Can 2K and 4K TVs generate the excitement that 3DTVs lacked? Manufacturers hope so. Here's what it will take.
RealNetworks Helix Broadcaster Brings Encoding and Server Together
08 Apr 2013
Helix Broadcaster offers H.264 encoding and Helix server software on new proprietary hardware, including 1RU, 3RU, and blade configurations
Qualcomm, LG Show Off 4K Content at Mobile World Congress
08 Mar 2013
The Consumer Electronics Show teased 4K recording and content, but Mobile World Congress delivered. Is 4K streaming next?
What Is 2K and 4K Video?
08 Mar 2013
As we move beyond 1080p, consumers and the online video world are being enticed by 2K, 4K, and 4K Ultra HD (UHD). Here's a look at what those all mean, as well as what the future might hold.
The State of OTT Content Delivery 2013
04 Mar 2013
Over-the-top delivery is shifting to more than just in-home content. Learn how the cloud, network DVRs, DASH, and DRM are combining to make TV Everywhere truly everywhere.
Streaming to the Converted: How One Church Serves Two Locations
01 Mar 2013
A unique online video solution with nDVR helps Tennessee's Indian Springs Baptist Church preach to more than just the choir.
A Buyer's Guide to Format Conversion Tools
27 Feb 2013
Do you need to transrate, transcode, transmux…or all three? Here are four essential questions to ask before making a purchase.
The State of Streaming Media Protocols 2013
26 Feb 2013
It's all about DASH: Adoption is moving at a rapid pace, as industry insiders see a strong need to get DASH implemented in the field in the coming year.
Preparing for IPv6, a New System for Internet Addressing
25 Feb 2013
The move to IPv6 is certain to be painful. Here's what the streaming industry needs to know about device-level addressability in an everything-connected world.
A Buyer's Guide to Nonlinear Editors
25 Feb 2013
It's not a question of which editing program is best, but which is best for a certain user undertaking a certain project. Here are the points to consider when selecting an editor.
The State of Mobile Video 2013
22 Feb 2013
Tablets and phones now account for most video consumption, with implications for both carriers and advertisers.
A Buyer's Guide to Streaming Appliances
21 Feb 2013
When is a streaming appliance a good addition to an online video workflow? Read on for the answers, as well as the different types of streaming appliances.
A Buyer's Guide to Non-Real-Time Hardware Transcoders
20 Feb 2013
File-based hardware solutions present a unique set of decision points. Some offer faster-than-real-time encoding, even with ad insertion.
A Buyer's Guide to Workflow Systems
20 Feb 2013
Online video workflows are complex and tricky to pin down, but focusing on a few key areas can make the entire system much more manageable.
Intel Media Finds that Hardware Is the Easy Part: Commentary
19 Feb 2013
The real challenge in creating a breakthrough set-top box is providing access to unbundled premium channels.
A Buyer's Guide to Live Software Encoders
19 Feb 2013
Assessing your workflow is the most crucial step in making a live software encoder purchasing decision.
A Buyer's Guide to Multiformat Streaming Media Servers
19 Feb 2013
MPEG DASH is the biggest factor to consider -- or is it? Here are the key features to know about before making a decision.
Cedexis Saves Load Times with Billions of Tests per Day
15 Feb 2013
Learn how one company's automated CDN and ISP testing enhances traffic delivery for streaming video and more.
What Is Google TV?
04 Jan 2013
Is Google TV the smart TV platform of the future,or still just "beta" software?
What Is Transparent Caching?
04 Jan 2013
Transparent caching benefits both the end user, who gets the content they want more quickly, and the CDNs and ISPs delivering the content.
Two Worlds Collide: Smooth Streaming Meets Flash Player
20 Dec 2012
Microsoft launches a preview Smooth Streaming plug-in for Adobe's Strobe player; shared use of H.264, AAC, and fragmented MP4 makes it possible.
Vbrick Goes 2.0 for 9000 Series, Moves to Ultra-High Densities
27 Nov 2012
Government Video Expo attendees will get a first look at the 9000 series' mix-and-match encoding and decoding.
Boxee and Walmart Put Disappointment Under the Tree
26 Nov 2012
Walmart sees high returns for the Boxee TV. We test one and find out why: its cloud DVR feature only works in eight markets.
KIT Digital Will Restate All Earnings for the Past 14 Quarters
26 Nov 2012
KIT's stock tumbles as the company loses two-thirds of its market value and considers selling off assets.
Kaltura Raises $25 Million
20 Nov 2012
Company eyes Asia and plans to expand its presence in the educational technology sector
Haivision Launches Makito X2 Line, Gets 'Seriously Stupid' About Encoder Densities
15 Nov 2012
Visitors to the Content and Communication World expo in New York City can get a first look at Haivision's high-density lineup.
Wowza Media Server 3.5 Includes Support for Closed Captioning, Transcoder Overlays, and More
12 Nov 2012
Modifications to the server also include HTTP origin delivery of ABR content into caching networks
Lockheed Martin Makes the Case for Video In the Enterprise
31 Oct 2012
The aerospace giant joins Cisco in a panel discussion on how best to get executive buy-in for an enterprise video solution.
TV Guide Seeks to Simplify Video Discovery
30 Oct 2012
At Streaming Media West, TV Guide discusses the company's strategy for helping viewers find what to watch in an increasingly fragmented video world
RealNetworks Launches DASH-Compatible Helix Server
25 Oct 2012
Helix Universal Server version 15 offers support for MPEG DASH, as well as for fragmented MP4 and MPEG-2 Transport Streams
Streaming Servers 2012: New Features, New Opportunities
24 Oct 2012
Adobe, Anevia, CodeShop, Microsoft, and RealNetworks talked last week at the Video Infrastructure Summit about their servers' latest features and what we can look for next
Apple Bets on Books, not Video, to Sell New iPad mini
23 Oct 2012
With today's introduction of the iPad mini, Apple attempts to fit a glorified e-reader between iPod touch and full-size iPad
Olympics, Red Button, and Tablets: BBC Future Media at Streaming Media Europe
17 Oct 2012
With more than 111 million total video requests, the London 2012 games reached over 65 percent of the adult UK population
SyncTV, TVinci Talk OTT at TVNext
12 Oct 2012
How can OTT co-exist with traditional cable offerings? Two sessions at this week's TVNext conference explored the possibilities
Vote for President by Streaming Video: Could this Be the Future?
03 Oct 2012
Imagine a future where Americans elect presidents by video, having their votes and faces recorded in a national database.
MPEG DASH and HEVC Dominated the Discussions at IBC
17 Sep 2012
Even in a down economy, Amsterdam's IBC conference was able to grow total attendance -- something it's done for the past decade.
Adobe Pass Graduates to 2.0
30 Aug 2012
Company says Pass successfully served millions of authenticated streams during the London Olympic Games
Google TV Devices Race to the Bottom
29 Aug 2012
New units hit the market offering lower prices, but pared-down features. Will we see a Google TV price war for the holidays?
Studios Push Blu-Ray for the Holidays, but Disc's Time Is Ending
27 Aug 2012
The major studios are making a concerted effort to sell classic movies on Blu-ray, but streaming is rapidly taking over from optical discs.
When Will H.265 HEVC Arrive and What Will it Mean for MPEG DASH?
21 Aug 2012
The latest draft of the high-efficiency video coding codec appears to point to early 2013 for the final specification.
Adobe and Wowza Partner on Olympic DASH
17 Aug 2012
The two server competitors provide interoperable delivery of adaptive streams during the 2012 London Olympics.
Widespread Metadata Use Is Almost Here, but How Far Is 'Almost'?
16 Aug 2012
The online video industry is on the verge of offering useful new features powered by metadata. But when will the promise become a reality?
The 2012 Streaming Media Game Changers
02 Aug 2012
We take a mid-year look at the mergers and acquisitions, fragmentation, and game-changing trends that will disrupt the entire streaming media industry.
Brightcove Acquires Zencoder
27 Jul 2012
Brightcove buys the Bay Area cloud computing company for $30 million; will allow it to remain independent and even power competing services.
VBrick's Integration Strategy
12 Jul 2012
As asset management becomes more important than ever, streaming veteran VBrick continues to expand it's end-to-end offerings
MPEG LA Requests Patents for High Efficiency Video Coding
03 Jul 2012
Also, the MPEG Industry Forum closes up, its mission to promote a standards-based solution a success.
Vimeo Members Hit by Phishing Email Scam
26 Jun 2012
A high-level phishing attack targeted members of the video sharing site Vimeo, and purported to come from Washington Post reporters.
Apple iOS 6 Gains True Music Streaming
18 Jun 2012
Music playback in iTunes Match no longer requires downloading, but will work a little more like Pandora, Rhapsody, and Spotify.
The Changing Face of InfoComm
14 Jun 2012
Several streaming companies are exhibiting and speaking at the AV show, and one major player has dropped out.
Apple WWDC: A MacBook with 5.1 Million Pixels
11 Jun 2012
Apple pushes the Retina Display to center stage, offers laptops capable of viewing 2K video content
Transparent Caching Meets CDNs at Content Delivery Summit
05 Jun 2012
Partnership announcements and a session at the recent Content Delivery Summit highlight a major convergence trend.
TalkPoint Conveys Self-Service Webcasting
29 May 2012
TalkPoint's new Convey service lets users control the webcasting process from end to end with customizable features.
Adobe Media Server: What's Behind the Name Change?
25 May 2012
Adobe's updated media server takes the focus off Flash and offers enhanced HLS support. But what about DASH?
Diving in Deep with Digital Rapids Kayak and Azure Media Services
18 May 2012
Digital Rapids transcoding and workflow platform complements Windows Azure Media Services.
KIT Digital Earnings Down for Q1
17 May 2012
KIT's earnings report shows a non-GAAP operating loss of $8 million for the first quarter, down $24.5 million from income of $16.5 million the previous quarter
Revision3's Louderback Talks Technology, Traffic, and Takeovers
16 May 2012
Ever-increasing bandwidth, processor speed, and storage capabilities will revolutionize video in the next few years, Louderback says at Streaming Media East
Adobe Creative Cloud: Is this Ship on the Rocks Already?
11 May 2012
By offering subscription pricing Adobe has found a path to higher revenue, but Creative Cloud is in dramatic need of a course correction.
Adobe's Mid-Sea Change of Course
09 May 2012
Adobe's transition from perpetual license to monthly subscriptions for its Creative Suite offerings presents delivery and pricing challenges. Will it be smooth sailing or rough seas ahead?
Elemental Raises Another Round, Gains $13M in Series C Funding
08 May 2012
While it still has Series B funding in the bank, Elemental takes on Series C. CEO plans to add personnel in Europe and Asia.
Will You Rent Your Next Live Encoder?
04 May 2012
Cloud streaming delivery models such as Microsoft's Windows Media Azure could change the landscape for dedicated encoders
Epix's Premium Movies Become a Hot Property for Netflix and Apple
01 May 2012
Netflix has exclusive streaming rights to Epix's library, and wants to renew before Apple can jump in.
Adobe Creative Cloud: This Ain't Dropbox
24 Apr 2012
Adobe is offering automated actions on files stored in its Creative Cloud, including preview rendering, layer manipulation, and metadata generation
NAB Report: DASH Picks up Steam with Additional Support
18 Apr 2012
Microsoft and Wowza voice their support for MPEG DASH, which is gaining ground faster than many would have predicted.
Wowza Brings Network DVR Functionality out of Beta
16 Apr 2012
nDVR integrates well with live streaming, can be used as an asset management system
NAB Report: Microsoft Offers a Window into Azure Media Services
16 Apr 2012
London Olympic Games will be an early showcase for the services, which offers custom media solutions for companies with widespread delivery needs.
Buyer's Guide: Live Encoders
15 Mar 2012
When it's got to be streamed live, you can't cut corners. Here's a list of questions to ask when selecting a live encoding solution.
Buyer's Guide: Live Transcoders
15 Mar 2012
What to look for when you need to transcode and transrate more than just one format
Buyer's Guide: Hardware and Cloud Transcoding
15 Mar 2012
Sometimes a software-only solution won't do the trick. Here's what to look for when you need to do your transcoding via hardware or in the cloud.
Adobe Edge Preview 5: A First Look
14 Mar 2012
Adobe Edge allows the creation of custom JavaScript-based players and surrounding elements, providing a boon to web developers and online video publishers alike
2011's Online Video Acquisitions Set the Stage for an Interesting 2012
12 Mar 2012
Acquisitions and mergers in 2011—including Cisco-Inlet, Polycom-Accordent, Akamai-Cotendo, and Thoma Bravo-Telestream—will have a significant impact on the online video landscape in 2012 and beyond.
HP Z820 Packs Streaming and Transcoding Power
07 Mar 2012
With double the memory of the HP Z800, the HP Z820 should find a home in many online video workflows
The State of Enterprise Video 2012
02 Mar 2012
Corporate IT managers grapple with the new bring-your-own-device culture, a new take on unified communications, and the rise of ECDN solutions.
How to Maximize Your Metadata
02 Mar 2012
Tips and tricks to make metadata work for you. For generating interest in online video content, metadata is one of the most powerful tools available.
Mobile World Congress Puts an Emphasis on Video Streaming
01 Mar 2012
The Samsung-Apple rivalry continued, even though Apple wasn't in attendance. Google put the fun of Ice Cream Sandwich on display with a carnival-like booth.
The Battle for Tiny Bits
28 Feb 2012
Whether it's video file fragments, pieces of the wireless spectrum or dollars and cents, tiny bits are having a mighty big impact on the direction of online video
Buyer's Guide: Player Technology
27 Feb 2012
Since there's no single player that works on all devices, you've got questions to answer before you settle on one for your content.
Buyer's Guide: Metadata
27 Feb 2012
Video indexing and metadata extraction services help viewers find the clips they want to see. Here are key questions to ask before making a purchase.
'HP Has Our Swagger Back,' Declares Whitman at Partner Conference
16 Feb 2012
Whitman, HP's new CEO, addresses the Palm WebOS, innovation, Autonomy, and software/hardware integration.
HP Z1 Workstation: A Collapsible Powerhouse for Field Encoding
15 Feb 2012
At the Vegas launch, HP bets that corporate, video, and media production firms will crave the all-in-one workstation.
Apple and Microsoft to Google: Don't Be Evil about Patents
09 Feb 2012
Google's position on essential patents seems to vary depending on its own best interests.
Super Bowl Streaming: 2.1 Million Served
08 Feb 2012
NBC's Super Bowl streaming numbers don't tell the whole story, and once you break them down, they don't look quite so rosy.
Redbox Partners with Verizon to Offer Streaming Movie Service
07 Feb 2012
By working with a partner, Redbox is putting its reputation in another company's hands. But will the new service dilute the brand?
Super Bowl Streaming Fail
05 Feb 2012
The NFL's rookie Super Bowl streaming effort was marred by illegible graphics, widely varying image quality, and up to a minute time lag behind the broadcast
Livestream Announces NewTek TriCaster Plugin
31 Jan 2012
The first plugin to use the TriCaster SDK, Livestream offers one-click high-def encoding.
The Changing Mobile Landscape: RIM Struggles, Apple Surges
24 Jan 2012
In the topsy-turvy mobile world, AT&T gives away spectrum after arguing about a spectrum shortage, and RIM makes a drastic change but doesn't see the need for drastic changes.
Are MSNBC's Online Videos Getting a Once over?
20 Jan 2012
Research reveals that Unicorn Media Once is serving MSNBC videos to the iPhone.
ViewCast Announces High-Density Niagara 9100 Series
18 Jan 2012
The latest additions to ViewCast's Niagara line allow for multiple analog or digital inputs when dense clusters of encoders are needed
Will UltraViolet's Weak Takeoff Hurt DASH's Chances?
16 Jan 2012
Slow uptake, technical problems, and poor user reviews bring UltraViolet's future into question
NFL High-Quality Highlights Hardly Worth the Effort
08 Jan 2012
It takes a bit of computer savvy to view high-quality video on NFL.com; might be worth it for the Super Bowl but not if you just want to see the last play of the Broncos-Steelers game
Google TV Rebounds with New Chipset Partners and Devices
06 Jan 2012
On the eve of the Consumer Electronics Show, Google makes a splash with key partnerships that promise a strong year for the battered connected TV platform.
Logitech Updates the Revue (Sort Of)
19 Dec 2011
The long-awaited firmware update eliminates basic features from the Google TV 2.0 feature set. Why is Logitech hamstringing its own device?
A Tale of Two Tablets: Kindle and Nook Battle for Christmas Sales
14 Dec 2011
Amazon favors a locked-in approach for media consumption, while Barnes & Noble offers an open experience. Apple's iPad, however, remains the tablet to beat.
MPEG DASH Specification is Ratified and Streamlined
14 Dec 2011
An MPEG meeting in February will further shape the spec as it moves to general adoption.
Microsoft Silverlight Turns 5 (But Will there Be a 6?)
12 Dec 2011
Microsoft launches Silverlight 5, keeping a promise for GPU decoding and equality for browser-based applications
Review: NewTek TriCaster TCXD850 Extreme
08 Dec 2011
Does this all-in-one video mixer have what it takes to stream your next event? We put the robust TriCaster TCXD850 Extreme to the test in this exhaustive review.
AT&T and T-Mobile Withdraw Merger Request; Spectrum Is Key Issue
28 Nov 2011
While AT&T needs spectrum, the DoJ's antitrust concerns could scuttle its plans.
Can You Stream It? This Site Answers the Question
23 Nov 2011
A new site searches Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and others to answer the question vexing many an online video fan
CFF: One Format to Rule Them All?
22 Nov 2011
The move towards MPEG DASH and the fragmented MP4 (fMP4) common file format may finally offer DVD-like interoperability for web video
Google TV May Not Miss Flash ... Eventually
15 Nov 2011
Will Logitech's multi-million-dollar Revue "mistake" and Adobe's Flash for the Digital Home about-face hinder Google TV web browsing?
Flash Into (Not so) Thin AIR
11 Nov 2011
Adobe Flash Player for Mobile's demise doesn't mean Flash on mobile is dead, but the transition to AIR brings its own challenges
MPEG DASH: The File Format of the Future?
09 Nov 2011
A common file format for HTTP video delivery might be just around the corner, according to panelists at Streaming Media West
Internet Raises Alarm over HR 3261, Allows Sites to Be Shut Down
01 Nov 2011
Free speech advocates decry SOPA bill, which gives broad powers to stop copyright infringement.
Will Streaming Kill Netflix? 800,000 Members Flee this Quarter
25 Oct 2011
Earnings report offers cautionary tale on streaming-only services as company sheds subscribers.
What CDNs Are Missing
19 Oct 2011
Application Trends panel at Content Delivery Summit 2011 Europe explores enhanced CDN delivery.
Compact Upload Solutions Create a Live Video Revolution
18 Oct 2011
How fast will technology replace the camera truck or the news crew? A Streaming Media Europe panel looks ahead.
New Protocol HLS Carries Plenty of Old Baggage
12 Oct 2011
A 15-year-old packet delivery system is buried within HTTP Live Streaming. It's time to rebuild it from the ground up.
Adobe MAX Conference Dazzles Audience with Video Innovations
05 Oct 2011
Applications on display showcase real-time collaborative viewing and synchronized crowd-sourced video.
Adobe's Mobile Strategy: Not Dead Yet
04 Oct 2011
The company affirms support for Apple iOS, Google Android, and RIM QNX mobile devices during conference keynote.
Dish Launches Blockbuster Movie Pass, but Faces Serious Hurdles
23 Sep 2011
Anyone who thought Netflix got negative publicity, wait and see what happens to Blockbuster.
Adobe AIR 3 to Accelerate Performance on iOS Devices
22 Sep 2011
New version of desktop Flash Player to add baked-in rental and content protection.
Flash Media Server 4.5 Delivers to iPad & iPhone
08 Sep 2011
New version of Flash Media Server offers expanded, dynamic protocol support, including HTTP Live Streaming to iDevices, as well as DRM enhancements
Apple TV Show Rentals: Was 99 Cents Too Expensive?
30 Aug 2011
As Apple abandons TV show rentals on Apple TV, questions remain about the technical limitations of iTunes in the Cloud.
BlackBerry and Android: Together at Last?
29 Aug 2011
With WebOS now history, BlackBerry adds a novel feature to its QNX OS: the ability to run Android apps on the PlayBook.
Walmart Shutters its Music Store—Again!—but Video Survives
22 Aug 2011
Retailer shuts off MP3 store purchases this Friday, plus nixes WMA DRM servers.
The TouchPad Is Dead; Is Adobe's Mobile Strategy Next?
19 Aug 2011
HP deep-sixed the tablet that "works like nothing else," and possibly the WebOS along with it.
Free Online Video Can Change Lives, Even a World Away
17 Aug 2011
While technology has brought changes across the United States, its power to connect is touching even those in less-developed nations.
Google's Motorola Conundrum: Dominance, Innovation, or Protectionism?
16 Aug 2011
Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility brings the company's Android strategy into question
DEG Report Shows Discs Still Tower Above Online Sales, Rentals
08 Aug 2011
While online movie sales and rentals are up, Blu-ray players and Redbox rentals still pose a huge challenge to online.
Adobe's Edge is HTML5 at the Core
01 Aug 2011
Public preview of new HTML-only tool brings familiar Flash interface to HTML5 development.
One Operating System, Two Platforms? Apple iOS 5 & Mac OS X Lion
06 Jun 2011
Catching up with Android is a key goal for iOS 5, while Mac OS X Lion shows off media creation and consumption chops borrowed from iOS.
HBO Go iPad App Gets 1 Million Downloads in First Week
11 May 2011
HBO Go represents the premium TV service's launch into the realm of TV Everywhere, and subscribers are flocking to get access on the iPad, iPhone, and other devices.
Demo: Transparent Caching Platforms
11 May 2011
While service providers are rolling out their own CDNs, that solution takes 12 to 18 months. What to do in the meantime? One speaker at the Content Delivery Summit suggests putting transparent caching out at the edge.
Microsoft Launches Transform Manager
09 May 2011
Tie-in to Expression Encoder 4 Pro allows conversion of existing libraries to IIS Smooth Streaming
Royal Wedding Stream Viewership Bodes Well for Flash Mobile, RTMP
06 May 2011
Streaming of the Royal Wedding revealed a resurgence in RTMP traffic, which may be tied to the growth in Flash Mobile on Android devices
HBO, AOL Keynotes to be Webcast Live from Streaming Media East
05 May 2011
We'll also be posting videos from sessions and interviews during the show. Here's a preview of what else to look for at Streaming Media East next week.
Amazon EC2 and Sony PSN Failures Highlight Need for Education
03 May 2011
The recent Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud outage and the breach of Sony's PlayStation Network revealed the weaknesses of the cloud
Cisco, Technicolor Invest in Metadata with Digitalsmiths
27 Apr 2011
Digitalsmiths closes funding round with participation from ongoing local investors and big names like Cisco and Technicolor
UltraViolet: Does the DECE Finally Get DRM Right?
11 Apr 2011
The Digital Entertainment Content Ecosystem (DECE) is trying to bring together an amalgam of DRM schemes that will let consumers achieve the long-sought goal of "buy once, play everywhere."
Online Video Collaboration Tools: A Buyer's Guide
11 Apr 2011
Tools from Accordent, Adobe, Brainshark, HP, Market7, Mixmoov, VUELIVE, and Watchitoo each offer a different take on online video collaboration
Mobile Devices in the Enterprise: This Changes Everything—Streams of Thought
08 Apr 2011
Enterprises will have to adapt to mobile device usage much the same way the adapted to employees' personal PC expectations a decade ago
Wowza Media Server 3: Any-Screen Delivery Done Right
07 Apr 2011
Wowza revamps architecture and adds transcoding and DVR modules, offers free upgrade to Wowza Media Server 2 licensees
Is Google the New Acacia?
05 Apr 2011
Google says that its acquisition of Nortel's patents is a defensive move, but if it uses the patents to stifle innovation, then Google risks becoming what it claims to abhor
Adobe to Bring Flash Access to Mobile Devices
31 Mar 2011
Adobe's Flash Access DRM solution is coming to Android tablets and other mobile platforms later this year
Amazon's Cloud Player Beats Apple to the Streaming Punch
30 Mar 2011
While Apple's MobileMe languishes and iTunes music streaming remains but a music-lover's wish, Amazon's new cloud-based music and storage service offers an iTunes alternative for the web and Android devices
Adobe Pass Speeds TV Everywhere with Single Sign-On System
23 Mar 2011
New hosted service acts as a virtual service provider for content owners and cable MSOs.
Jim Cramer Talks Mobile Video with AT&T, Sprint, Verizon at CTIA
23 Mar 2011
The Mad Money host peppers the wireless companies' CEOs with questions about video quality and the next big thing.
AT&T and T-Mobile: What's Behind the Deal?
22 Mar 2011
The proposed AT&T/T-Mobile merger is more than just a quick way to leverage new technologies and grow AT&T's subscriber base: It could have a serious impact on HD video streaming growth.
CTIA, NAB, and the FCC Battle Over Wireless Spectrum Reallocation
22 Mar 2011
Freeing up spectrum is needed to allow the economy to recover, claims FCC Chairman.
What Is a Content Delivery Network (CDN)?
20 Mar 2011
A definition and history of the content delivery network, as well as a look at the current CDN market landscape
Adobe Wallaby is No Magic Bullet for Flash-to-HTML5 Conversion
18 Mar 2011
As much a vision statement as a technology preview, Adobe's Wallaby Flash-to-HTML5 converter doesn't eliminate all the heavy lifting required to get Flash content to play in non-Flash-compatible devices
The State of Metadata in 2011
10 Mar 2011
2010 saw consolidation, and 2011 promises to be a watershed year for video metadata and search.
Consolidation in the Streaming Media Sectors
10 Mar 2011
Consolidation continues across all sectors of the streaming industry, and a major IPO is scuttled.
Assuring Video Quality
10 Mar 2011
When we're at the point where all encoders work just as well, how do we measure quality? From PSNR to SSIM to ‘golden eyes,' here's a look at how video quality can be assessed.
How to Set Up a Streaming Server, from A to Z
10 Mar 2011
From ABR to Zeri, here's what you need to know to get started with your streaming server.
Technicolor Sells Off Thomson Video Networks
09 Mar 2011
Following the sale of the Grass Valley Group, Technicolor is now selling the Thomson Video Networks assets to a strategic investment fund backed by the French government
Adobe Releases Flash Player 10.3 Beta
09 Mar 2011
The latest Flash Player beta, released only a month after the full version of Flash Player 10.2, offers media measurement, local storage/privacy integration, and acoustic echo cancellation for video chat applications
Irdeto Introduces ActiveCloak: DRM May Be Only Half The Battle
28 Feb 2011
Irdeto turns obfuscation into a dynamic solution via its new ActiveCloak platform
Apple and Intel’s Thunderbolt Could Revolutionize Portable Live Streaming Production
24 Feb 2011
Apple announced today that it's the first to implement Intel's 10Gbps connector in its new MacBook Pro machines, allowing multiple uncompressed HD video streams to flow in and out of the laptops
Amazon Challenges Netflix and Hulu With Free Streaming for Prime Members
22 Feb 2011
Amazon offers free streaming of 5,000 movies and TV shows to Prime members, but is it enough to make Netflix and Hulu notice?
Securing the Enterprise Against Smartphones
18 Feb 2011
As more and more employees use their smartphones on enterprise networks, security firms are taking a cue from content protection and controlled-access media technologies
Mobile World Congress Highlights LTE Advances
15 Feb 2011
Whether you call it 3.5G, 4G, or just LTE, the Long Term Evolution standard is reshaping data delivery to mobile devices.
Google's WebM to Face Patent Challenge?
14 Feb 2011
Last week, MPEG LA issued a patent pool request, which Google brushed off as "old news"
Nokia Abandons Symbian, Focuses on Windows Phone 7
14 Feb 2011
Nokia's platform shift also drops Linux-based MeeGo in favor of Microsoft's mobile OS
Android On the Rise, Apple iOS Steady; Whither Symbian?
01 Feb 2011
In the latest market studies, Android ascends and Apple's iOS remains solid, while Nokia's Symbian Drops
Elemental, Media Excel Plot 2011 Strategies
25 Jan 2011
Elemental announces new investment and both it and Media Excel push forward with expansion plans for their hardware and software transcoding products
Google's Rejection of H.264 in Chrome Means a Unified HTML5 Video Tag is Now a Pipe Dream
17 Jan 2011
Google's attempt to clarify its decision to drop H.264 from Chrome in favor of WebM creates even more questions than it answers
Verizon iPhone vs. AT&T iPhone: What We Know So Far
17 Jan 2011
Verizon's iPhone will offer Wi-Fi hotspot functionality and possibly an improved antenna, but comes up short against some features already on the AT&T version, such as the ability to use data and voice at the same time.
Italy's AGCOM Moves to Regulate YouTube, Other Video Sites
12 Jan 2011
"YouTube is like a TV" statement may bode ill for user-generated content sites that operate in Italy
iGugu: What Happens When Internet TV Technology Isn’t Ready for Prime Time
11 Jan 2011
Igugu's approach to getting the web onto television may have some merit, but the current implementation leaves much to be desired
The Carrot or The Stick: Wresting Control of the Broadcast Airwaves
11 Jan 2011
The battle between broadcasters and wireless providers heats up with remarks made by FCC Chair Julius Genachowski at CES last week
Verizon, Apple, and AT&T: A Battle of Incremental Proportions
11 Jan 2011
Verizon gains the iPhone 4 and Apple puts incompatibility before sanity with a version that's a step backward from what AT&T users can do today
Mac App Store Launches Thursday
05 Jan 2011
Say goodbye to demos, trials and maybe even bundles as Apple's Macintosh a App Store platform launches
CES Warm-Up: Whither Google TV?
04 Jan 2011
In advance of this week's Consumer Electronics Show, expectations and rumors about about Google's nascent set-top box platform
Streams of Thought: Learning to Love Another
30 Dec 2010
In which an unabashed Apple lover finds a newfound admiration for Microsoft
Set-Top Boxes Go on Holiday (Sale)
22 Dec 2010
Apple TV's re-emergence educates consumers to streaming's promise and pitfalls, benefits entire set-top box market
A Nation of Have Nots
15 Dec 2010
An FCC study reveals that a majority of Americans are unable to stream HD content.
Cisco TelePresence: Radical Collaboration
10 Dec 2010
At Net:Work 2010, Cisco execs VP talk about fiscal benefits of internal enterprise video collaboration
Commentary: Apps, Plug-Ins, and Old-School Players
07 Dec 2010
Sure, there's an app for that, but is that a good thing? When it comes to online video, the author finds that apps often bring more hassles, not fewer.
Making Sense of the Google/Widevine Deal
06 Dec 2010
Longstanding DRM and video optimization company gives Google solid controlled access technology for the Google TV and Android ecosystem
Digitalsmiths Acquisition Fills Out Metadata Portfolio
29 Nov 2010
The combined company's offerings will service film, news, sports, and television.
Apple Releases iOS 4.2
22 Nov 2010
The new OS for iDevices brings long-awaited features and functionality, including TV episode rentals, to the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch
Hulu and the Future of TV
10 Nov 2010
Hulu CEO Jason Kilar talks about his team, his strategy, and the company's pursuit of better advertising
Irdeto Provides Content Protection on Logitech's Google TV Device
10 Nov 2010
Irdeto is working with Netflix and other content providers to enable access to premium content on the Revue device for Google TV
Streaming Media West Keynote: Adobe Advances Consistency Across Devices with Flash 10.1
03 Nov 2010
Consistency, quality, ubiquity are keys to the multi-screen revolution, said Adobe's Jennifer Taylor during her Streaming Media West keynote
If You Publish It, Will They Come?
02 Nov 2010
Online Video Platform Summit explores the importance of both video SEO and social media recommendation
First Look: Microsoft IIS Media Services 4
01 Nov 2010
Moving beyond Windows Media—and Silverlight—to bring multi-platform, multi-device, multi-protocol goodness, the new IIS Media Services 4 is part of a suite of offerings set to vault Microsoft's media delivery offerings into the future
The RIM PlayBook is Riding on AIR
26 Oct 2010
At the Adobe MAX conference, RIM's president spoke about the importance of Adobe AIR to the hot new tablet.
3Crowd Attempts to Aggregate Aggregators
25 Oct 2010
By aggregating CDN delivery, the company hopes to offer more flexible service at a lower price.
Adobe MAX 2010: Kick-off Keynote
25 Oct 2010
Kevin Lynch shows off Flash—and HTML5 with CSS3—fueling Adobe's changing landscape.
The Search vs. Recommendation Conundrum
19 Oct 2010
Online Video Strategies and Streaming Media Europe panels offer content owners deeper insight into this growing dilemma
Review: Wowza Media Server 2
14 Oct 2010
Anthony Rose Talks YouView in London
14 Oct 2010
Address predicts a convergence of viewing models, with more people turning to the Internet to view shows and events.
Streams of Thought: All Eyes Toward Europe
14 Oct 2010
Google TV, Apple TV, and TiVo: More Than Just Pretty Faces
06 Oct 2010
Behind the screens, set-top boxes powered by Apple, Google, and TiVo have their own approaches to online video for the living room
Online Video Through Broadcasting Eyes
24 Sep 2010
A three-hour discussion at IBC reveals how traditional broadcasters see the online video industry.
IBC 2010: A Look Back
16 Sep 2010
A wrap-up of this year's happenings in IBC, from two distinct perspectives. Plus, a rogues' gallery of photos of familiar faces in Amsterdam
Front Porch Digital Moves Online with DigitalSmiths
14 Sep 2010
By building on DigitalSmiths' VideoSense, Front Porch Digital is pushing its "three M"—migrate, manage, market—strategy into the realm of online video
First Look: Flash Media Server 4
12 Sep 2010
Anystream: What Will Telestream Do With It?
10 Sep 2010
At IBC, Telestream outlined the role Anystream's Agility would play in its Vantage transcoding workflow solution
First Look: Flash Media Server 4
09 Sep 2010
Today Adobe announced the immediate availability of Flash Media Server 4, including Flash Media Enterprise Server, which includes "Fusion," an approach to multicasting that combines IP multicasting with what the company calls "application multicasting." Here's a detailed look at what's available in each of the three new FMS products, including a look at a test implementation by MediaPlatform.
IBC 2010: Here Comes 3DTV
07 Sep 2010
If there's any buzz word for IBC 2010, it's 3D. But will it make it beyond the television set?
Apple's HD Streaming Gamble
02 Sep 2010
Whether Apple delivers from in-house or via CDN, Apple's new approach sets streaming bar high. But yesterday's Apple TV announcement suggested they might not always be able to reach it.
Analysis: Would Skype Vault Cisco into Streaming?
30 Aug 2010
Rumors are flying that Skype's IPO might be pre-empted by an offer from Cisco. What would such an acquisition mean for the ever-growing "human network"?
Streams of Thought: WebM Strategies for the Hacking Crowd
27 Aug 2010
The Transformation of Transcoding
26 Aug 2010
What was once an easily defined process has become much more complex, as have the solutions that perform it
To Infinity and Beyond: MPEG LA Extends H.264 Internet Video Moratorium Indefinitely
26 Aug 2010
The standards body extended in perpetuity the royalty-free license on internet video that's free to users from 2015
Will Terrestrial Radio Save Its Streaming Counterpart?
24 Aug 2010
Mandatory inclusion of FM chip in CE devices may win lower streaming radio royalties
Consumers Not Getting Broadband Speeds Advertised, says FCC Study
19 Aug 2010
Study also notes that video is the main driver behind bandwidth usage, and that most mobile data is consumed via wireless cards, not mobile devices
Post-PC Era? Maybe Not
17 Aug 2010
Mobile data usage for devices—including laptops—continues to surge. But that doesn't necessarily mean the average user isn't using their PC to watch content.
Case Study: A Streaming Merit Badge?
02 Aug 2010
With the help of AT&T and Ustream, the Boy Scouts of America delivered its 100th anniversary celebration to Scout troops across the U.S.
Elemental Technologies Closes Series B Funding Round
27 Jul 2010
Existing investors joined by Steamboat Ventures, which is affiliated with new Elemental client ABC News
Back to Basics: What Is Open Source Software?
28 Jun 2010
Now that Google has open-sourced VP8 as part of its WebM initiative, the once-esoteric question "What is open source anyway?" takes a highly tactical turn
DRM: The Big Two
27 Jun 2010
When it comes to digital rights management and content protection, Microsoft PlayReady and Adobe Flash Access aren't the only names in town, but they're the biggest. Here's a look at the latest features in each.
RGB Networks Acquires RipCode
23 Jun 2010
Private deal consolidates three-screen solution on to carrier-grade chassis
DigitalSmiths Releases VideoSense 3.0; Metadata Geeks Rejoice
21 Jun 2010
User interface optimized to let users drill down through customized time slices
Octasic Announces New 1080p-Capable DSP Transcoding Series
21 Jun 2010
New OCT2200 series capable of two 1080p HD transcodes without additional hardware assistance
A Look Inside Flash Player 10.1
18 Jun 2010
Adobe promises more stability and better performance for Flash on the Mac, but for now, only Windows gets hardware acceleration
Infocomm 2010: Streaming Video Key to Telepresence, Rich Media Capture Announcements
11 Jun 2010
Announcements from Accordent, Sonic Foundry, Cisco, Ncast, Wowza, and LifeSize highlight telepresence and rich media capture news at the Las Vegas event
Google's WebM Strategy: Open-Source Approved or Patent Exposure Minefield?
10 Jun 2010
Google seems more concerned with modifying its WebM FAQ than it is with helping the online video world understand the practical and financial benefits of an open-source competitor to H.264.
InfoComm 2010: The Accidental Streaming Show
10 Jun 2010
The InfoComm show's influence on streaming continues to expand in areas of audio distribution, digital signage, rich lecture/media capture, and telepresence.
Apple Announces iPhone 4 with Front-Facing Camera, Video Calling
07 Jun 2010
At Apple's WWDC, Steve Jobs announced the iPhone 4, which has an improved display and a front-facing camera that allows for video calls
Apple's iPhone 4: A Tale of Two Platforms—HTML5 and The Other One
07 Jun 2010
Steve Jobs prefaced his Apple WWDC announcements with HTML love, but...
WebM: Not Ready for Prime Time?
02 Jun 2010
A few weeks into Google's "open sourcing" of VP8, the move has generated more questions than answers
An ISP's Edge in the CDN Game?
25 May 2010
Edgeware and MediaMelon Attempt to define next-generation CDN with a "federated" approach to content delivery
Does Interphone Report Spell Trouble for Mobile Streaming?
18 May 2010
GSMA welcomes report saying link between mobile phones and brain cancer is "inconclusive," yet researcher admits potential flaws and calls for further study
Streams of Thought: The Benefits of Going Virtual for Trade Shows
18 May 2010
Streaming Media East 2010 Keynote 2: Yahoo's Rebecca Paoletti
12 May 2010
Freaks and Geeks: Yahoo's head of video strategy looks at the importance of collaboration between creatives and tecnologists, as well as ways to make advertising work
A Look at Adobe's Flash Access and Player Roadmap
11 May 2010
Flash Access is another step in the path leading to HTTP Streaming and Flash Player 10.1
Streaming Media East Keynote: Kodak's Jeffrey Hayzlett
11 May 2010
Eastman Kodak's chief marketing officer talks about the company's embrace of digital video
SeaWell Launches Lumen1000 Appliance
11 May 2010
Scalable video coding company sheds light on its hardware-software combination
The Economics of Live Events
06 May 2010
The advent of the 21st century's second decade offers the opportunity to look back to gauge the newsmakers and news breakers of 2000-2009. In the streaming world, where we're now into the 14th year, the pace of innovation means that new technologies are being tried, and old technologies are being retested-some for the third or fourth time, depending on the corporate and individual memories of these technologies and on previous business execution attempts.
Octasic Moves Transcoding to the Core
04 May 2010
Low-power, clockless DSP at heart of system claiming to be twice as inexpensive as x86 transcoding solutions.
Back to Basics: Hardware Acceleration
27 Apr 2010
As more and more high-definition (HD) content is acquired, edited, and pushed out to the web, mobile, devices and set-top boxes, the demand for a higher-quality user experience is rapidly followed by a need for hardware acceleration. But what exactly is hardware acceleration?
Streams of Thought: What We Can Learn From Broadcasting
27 Apr 2010
While the streaming industry likes to think of itself as the answer for over-the-air (OTA) broadcasters' legacy solutions, the fact is that we can gain a significant amount of insight from the tried-and-true methods of OTA broadcasters. I'll touch on just a few of them here.
Widevine Expands Its DRM, Video Optimization Offerings
21 Apr 2010
Once a pure-play DRM solution provider, Widevine's video optimization may be its strongest competitive advantage
Adobe to Launch Flash Access 2.0 Next Month; Irdeto Announces Hosted Flash Access Service
20 Apr 2010
Even before launch, Flash Access 2.0 ecosystem enhancements by Irdeto are intended to speed adoption
Level 3 Talks Vyvx, Expansion
19 Apr 2010
Expanded capabilities of the Vyvx VenueNet live broadcasting standard go hand in hand with Level 3's growing global reach
NAB 2010: It's All About the Workflow
16 Apr 2010
Despite the buzz about 3D TV, the true star of the show was workflow automation, as exemplified in new releases from ViewCast, Telestream, and Microsoft
Stream or Die: NAB Showcases Portable Streaming Production
09 Apr 2010
Newtek's TriCaster and VBrick's Mobile Broadcasting System are just a few of the enhanced solutions on display at this week's NAB show, and live streaming is the topic of a special "Stream or Die" panel discussion Tuesday evening.
iPad - Dead End for Flash?
09 Apr 2010
On the eve of Adobe's official unveiling of CS5 at NAB, the announcement of the Apple iPhone 4.0 SDK might spoil the party
Elemental Reveals Live Encoding Solution
06 Apr 2010
Elemental Technologies is leveraging its massively parallel GPU solution for live encoding with Elemental Live
Commentary: Working Around the Web
31 Mar 2010
This week's iPad launch ushers in new workarounds and developer challenges at the same time it poses a threat to Adobe's web video dominance with Flash.
Commentary: Mamas, Don't Let Your OVPs Grow Up to be CDNs
25 Mar 2010
Some analysts posit that the next logical step for online video platforms is to become CDNs, but it's more likely that CDNs will push into the OVP market.
Commentary: HTML5 Video—Must It Be Free?
22 Mar 2010
Now that Microsoft has announced HTML5 support, the question remains: Will HTML5 video end up being open source or standards-based?
HTML5's Open Source Solution?
18 Mar 2010
Kaltura provides a toolkit for HTML5 embedded video, with a fallback to Flash or Ogg Theora when H.264 isn't available in a user's browser
HTML 5 and Internet Explorer 9: What We Know, What We Don't
17 Mar 2010
Yesterday's announcement that Internet Explorer 9 supports HTML 5 set off a tech media frenzy. So which video codec will Microsoft choose?
RSA Conference 2010: Is Security Relevant to Streaming?
05 Mar 2010
The RSA Conference keynote and sessions advocate a proactive approach to encryption and user identification that warrant closer attention from the streaming industry.
Blackwave's New Chorus Harmonizes High-Output Delivery
04 Mar 2010
Blackwave's R7 release adds redundancy and Flash Media Server 3.5 to its high-performance streaming software.
HIMSS 2010: The Doctor (of Technology) Is In The House
04 Mar 2010
New telepresence upgrades from Polycom and Cisco aid healthcare streaming solutions
On2 Shareholders Approve Google Acquisition
17 Feb 2010
On2 announced today, after suspending two previous special meetings, that it has enough shareholder votes to complete a merger with Google.
Wed., Feb. 17, by Tim Siglin
Mobile World Congress 2010: New Mobile Operating Systems From Microsoft, Samsung, Symbian, and Nokia/Intel
16 Feb 2010
Fragmentation in the mobile OS category may be a play to gain additional application revenues, with improved and open source operating systems potentially acting as loss leaders.
Tues., Feb. 16, by Tim Siglin
Mobile World Congress 2010: GSMA Attempts To Counter Apple With Device And App Initiatives
16 Feb 2010
The GSMA's embedded device, API, and app store consolidation push raises ongoing innovation questions, especially with lack of Apple presence at the Mobile World Congress.
Tues., Feb. 16, by Tim Siglin
Mobile World Congress 2010: The Move To LTE For 4G
15 Feb 2010
Will your next phone—or pacemaker—work on any one of the world's mobile networks? As more carriers move towards the Long Term Evolution (LTE) standard for 4G, the answer may be "yes."
Mon., Feb. 15, by Tim Siglin
SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone 3G Finally Approved
15 Feb 2010
Long-awaited mobile streaming option makes waves in U.S. while Mobile World Congress gets underway in Barcelona
Mon., Feb. 15, by Tim Siglin
The Great Land Grab: A Look Back at the Last Year in Media & Entertainment
15 Feb 2010
A year of growth for the media and entertainment industries, 2009 was characterized by those industries solidifying the previous year's gains in viewership, testing new models, and announcing, toward year's end, new versions of old business models, such as subscriptions for previously free content.
Blackwave Takes On Asian CDN Market, Asian Style
10 Feb 2010
A different market approach allows U.S. company Blackwave to prosper in Asia, where it's recently opened headquarters in Tokyo and Seoul.
Wed., Feb. 10, by Tim Siglin
IVT Closes $5.5 Million Funding Round
09 Feb 2010
California-based IVT plans to use the $5.5 million in Series B funding for expanding its go-to-market efforts for its webcasting and online meetings platform.
Tues., Feb. 9, by Tim Siglin
Free Enterprise
09 Feb 2010
Corporate video solutions are moving away from centralized, rigid structures to give users more freedom and flexibility
HTTP Streaming: What You Need to Know
09 Feb 2010
Understanding this hybrid delivery approach is key to advancing robust streaming solutions.
YouTube: The Place for Politics?
02 Feb 2010
From President Obama to the Tea Party to a "re-enactment" of the Proposition 8 trial, politicians and activists of all persuasions are turning to streaming video to make their point.
Tues., Feb. 2, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: An iPad By Any Other Name
29 Jan 2010
From the name to its lack of video features - including camera and Flash support - Apple's new iPad deserves equal parts criticism and praise.
The Devil's in the Details
27 Jan 2010
When it comes to reporting and analytics, make sure you’re getting all the information you need.
Live Streaming of Large Events: Is it Worth It?
26 Jan 2010
Last week's "Hope for Haiti" telethon was streamed to PCs and mobiles, as well as broadcast on dozens of TV channels. But a close look at the numbers reveals both the promise and the potential pitfalls of webcasting large events.
Time to Show YouTube (and Hulu?) the Money
22 Jan 2010
YouTube announced that it will offer a select number of Sundance Film Festival entries for rental, while Hulu appears poised to start charging for some content.
Fri., Jan. 22, by Tim Siglin
News Video Sites Consider Charging for Content
19 Jan 2010
Current events such as the earthquake in Haiti are driving traffic to news sites in unprecedented numbers, leading to renewed interest in charging for news video online.
Tues., Jan. 19, by Tim Siglin
Review: video.Market7.com
14 Jan 2010
The annotated player Market7 provides sets it apart from other collaboration tools, even if those other tools might do a better job with collaborative scripting and resource allocation.
Courtroom Streaming Attracts Supreme Attention
12 Jan 2010
Supreme Court argument leads to ban on streaming in a case challenging California's gay marriage ban, but for how long?
Tues., Jan. 12, by Tim Siglin
CES 2010: Streaming Leads Consumer Electronics Growth
07 Jan 2010
At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, integration and service are the name of the game, with increased emphasis on mobile video and the digital living room.
Thurs., Jan. 7, by Tim Siglin
2009: The Year in Review
04 Jan 2010
A look back at the most significant developments of the last year, from large-scale webcasts to adaptive bitrate streaming to new developments in the set-top box category.
Mon., Jan. 4, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: When HD Isn’t HD
02 Jan 2010
Review: Digital Rapids TouchStream
02 Jan 2010
Digital Rapids' TouchStream works equally well in an integrated environment as in its intended field use, and the touches that it has for field production show the level of detail in which the company understands the production workflow.
by Tim Siglin
On2 Acquisition Vote Meeting Adjourned
22 Dec 2009
Halted special meeting to vote on Google's acquisition of On2 delayed until December 23
Tues., Dec. 22
Broadcasters And FCC Debate Extra Spectrum
15 Dec 2009
Broadcasters, MSOs, telcos, and wireless providers are all attempting to lay claim to the over-the-air spectrum freed up by this year's conversion to digital television.
Tues., Dec. 15, by Tim Siglin
Apple Buys Lala, Vevo Launches
07 Dec 2009
Apple's purchase of Lala suggests that iTunes might begin to offer a streaming listening service, while Vevo hopes to become a Hulu for music videos.
Mon., Dec. 7, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media West 2009 Keynote 3: Emil Rensing, CDO, EPIX
20 Nov 2009
On Thursday, the final day of Streaming Media West 2009, EPIX chief digital officer Emil Rensing showed off his company's solutions to three-screen TV Everywhere.
Fri., Nov. 20, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media West 2009 Keynote 2: Mark Whitten, Xbox LIVE
18 Nov 2009
Wednesday's keynote was a nod to the past and a view of the future, Xbox style.
Wed., Nov. 18, by Tim Siglin
Metadata: What You Need to Know (And Why You Need to Know It)
18 Nov 2009
Want people to be able to find your video online? Then you need to pay attention to your metadata.
Thurs., Nov. 18, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media West 2009 Keynote 1: Bill Stone, President, FLO TV
17 Nov 2009
Kicking off Streaming Media West, FLO TV president Bill Stone talked about how mobile television is growing on the mobile phone but also expanding on to other consumer devices.
Tues., Nov. 17, by Tim Siglin
Elemental Server Provides Enterprise-Class GPU Transcoding Acceleration
12 Nov 2009
The GPU versus CPU debate begins in earnest with the shipping version of Elemental Server, which the company is making available today.
Thurs., Nov. 12, by Tim Siglin
NewTeeVee Live 2009: Looking Back, Looking Forward
12 Nov 2009
TV Everywhere, Internet Everywhere, Content Everywhere? Predictions for the future of video help set the stage for next week's Streaming Media West
Thurs., Nov. 12, by Tim Siglin
An Olympic Feat
10 Nov 2009
Technology vendors—Microsoft, Akamai, iStream Planet, Vertigo, and Inlet—line up to create HD Olympic moments
Tues., Nov. 10, by Tim Siglin
Not So Fast, EchoStar: Cable MSOs Look For Other "Sling" Options
06 Nov 2009
Rather than embrace a place-shifting set-top box from EchoStar's Sling Media, cable MSOs may wait for a CableLabs' approved alternative.
Fri., Nov. 6, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Invades The Living Room (Again)
03 Nov 2009
New initiatives from Sling, Sonic Solutions, Roku, and ioko herald a third wave of home entertainment streaming devices.
Tues., Nov. 3, by Tim Siglin
Ankeena And Juniper Networks Announce Partnership
28 Oct 2009
Ankeena, formerly Nokeena, announces partnership with Juniper Networks to prioritize video through "big iron"
Wed., Oct. 28, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Streaming Media's Fall Events: Great Expectations
27 Oct 2009
Will Wireless Spectrum Expansion be a Byproduct of the Net Neutrality Debate?
27 Oct 2009
Last week's Net Neutrality war of words may provide the FCC a bit of bargaining power as carriers like AT&T and Verizon Wireless look to increase mobile reach into rural areas.
Tues., Oct. 27, by Tim Siglin
SUPERCOMM 2009: Broadband Life and Net Neutrality
22 Oct 2009
Show once again gives carriers a major platform to discuss key issues, and net neutrality's risen to the top
Thurs., Oct. 22, by Tim Siglin
ATSC Adopts Mobile DTV Standard
19 Oct 2009
The ATSC's Mobile DTV has the potential to seriously impact and disrupt both traditional broadcasting and online video, even beyond mobile devices.
Mon., Oct. 19, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Europe Keynote #4: Creating Original Online Video Content—Where is the Funding?
16 Oct 2009
ITN On managing director Nicholas Wheeler talked about a newer, more speculative modelof content creation.
Fri., Oct. 16, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Europe Keynote #3: Disney's Anytime, Anywhere Strategy
16 Oct 2009
Myles MacBean of Disney Online EMEA explained the studio's integrated, converged approach to delivering content to multiple devices in multiple iterations.
Fri., Oct. 16, by Tim Siglin
Live Events Online: Getting Used to Mediocrity?
15 Oct 2009
The England vs Ukraine football match provides fodder for Streaming Media Europe discussion on live events streamed online, as reaction from the general public is lukewarm at best.
Thurs., Oct. 15, by Tim Siglin
Navigating the Enterprise Video Workflow
12 Oct 2009
Four multinational corporations—CA, Lockheed Martin, Merck, and QAD—are taking enterprise video beyond the basics.
Adobe MAX: Flash for the iPhone? Not Quite
05 Oct 2009
While not the full Flash solution everyone's been hoping for, several developers have created applications for the iPhone that are pushing the potential boundaries of the mobile device.
Mon, Oct. 5, by Tim Siglin
Adobe MAX Day 1: HTTP Delivery, Flash Player 10.1, Bit Encryption, and More
05 Oct 2009
Adobe announces bit encryption DRM, HTTP delivery, Flash Player 10.1 and RTMFP at its annual MAX user conference, which kicks off today in Los Angeles.
Mon., Oct. 5, by Tim Siglin
Cisco, IBM, and Tandberg: Telepresence's Shrinking Presence
05 Oct 2009
IBM adds Cisco Telepresence to its offering, while Cisco gobbles up Tandberg.
Mon., Oct. 5, by Tim Siglin
Akamai Announces HD Network
30 Sep 2009
Delivering on CEO Paul Sagan's vision from Streaming Media East, Akamai delivers HD for Flash, Silverlight, and iPhone via HTTP.
Wed., Sept. 30, by Tim Siglin
Turner Sports and NBA Digital: Streaming A Different Kind of Training
30 Sep 2009
NBA.com is streaming live video of training camps from the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, and Washington Wizards.
Wed., Sept. 30, by Tim Siglin
Intel's Moblin 2.1 Linux Operating System to Support AIR, Silverlight
23 Sep 2009
Moblin 2.1 can run on anything from mobile phones to full PCs, and its Silverlight and AIR support offers a compelling alternative to the iPhone OS. Also announced were a new GPU and chip enhancements.
Wed., Sept. 23, by Tim Siglin
HP SkyRoom Offers High-End Streaming, Collaboration
22 Sep 2009
New SkyRoom offering from HP combines high-quality videoconferencing with full-motion and multiple display collaboration, including both 2D and 3D graphics.
Tues., Sept. 22, by Tim Siglin
Aprico, Elemental, and ViewCast Highlight New Offerings at IBC
15 Sep 2009
Aprico showed off its recommendation and and targeting technology, Elemental demonstrated its Adobe CS4 plug-in, and ViewCast highlighted its all-in-one H.264 encoding solution, the Niagara 2120.
Tues., Sept. 15, by Tim Siglin
IBC 2009 Starts with a Bang
10 Sep 2009
Adobe announces bit-level encryption, Envivio provides live iPhone encoding tools, and much more
Thurs., Sept. 10, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Announces Story Scriptwriting Collaboration Tool
10 Sep 2009
Adobe Story, which runs on the web or via a synchronized AIR application, allows multiple users to collaborate on script creation, making Creative Suite a full-fledged production software package.
Thurs., Sept. 10, by Paul Schmutzler and Tim Siglin
The FCC Offers You Its (Wireless Broadband) Protection
31 Aug 2009
A newly issued FCC Notice of Inquiry is intended to protect consumers while fostering innovation, and could have significant impact on mobile video adoption as well as next-generation networks.
Mon., Aug. 31, by Tim Siglin
Yahoo's Launchcast Wins Royalty Case Against Sony
24 Aug 2009
An appeals court decided that Launchcast isn't interactive enough to require the service to pay so-called "enhanced performance fees."
Mon., Aug. 24, by Tim Siglin
HSN Brings Video Shopping to iPhone
18 Aug 2009
On-demand and live streams are the highlight of the former Home Shopping Network's iPhone app.
Tues., Aug. 18, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign
11 Aug 2009
Digital signage is an industry that has evolved in parallel to streaming, with a variety of technical offerings that offer clues about how streaming might address its next challenge.
Livestream Launches APIs and Player Plug-In For Brightcove Platform
10 Aug 2009
Company expands ability for its own and Brightcove's customers to access underlying live publishing; other APIs include chat and program guide.
Mon., Aug. 10, by Tim Siglin
Extreme Media Player Makeover: OS Update Edition
07 Aug 2009
With Apple and Microsoft launching new operating systems soon, media players will get long-awaited updates.
Fri., Aug. 7, by Tim Siglin
Google To Acquire On2
05 Aug 2009
Innovation mentioned as key reason for acquisition
Wed., Aug. 5, by Tim Siglin
Can Streaming Offset Losses In Traditional Revenue?
28 Jul 2009
For those of us in the industry, the answer to that question is "Yes, and then some." But a series of recent earnings reports and research papers demonstrate that both the question and the answers are significantly more complex.
Tues., July 28, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #32: Mirror Image and Wowza Media Systems
24 Jul 2009
In this episode, Tim Siglin explores the benefits of a single codec, H.264, for mobile delivery from two perspectives: a single media server (Wowza, represented by Dave Stubenvoll) and a content delivery network (Mirror Image Internet, represented by Martin Hayward).
Fri., July 24, by Tim Siglin
Starbak HDDE: High-Definition Digital Signage Converges With Streaming
21 Jul 2009
New set-top box allows additional quality and functionality as Starbak enters the digital signage market from an enterprise content delivery network angle.
Tues., July 21, by Tim Siglin
iVMS Mobile: Mobile Monitoring of Video Quality
21 Jul 2009
Ineoquest offers up Apple iPhone app for service provider personnel to monitor video quality of service from the field.
Tues, July 21, by Tim Siglin
Royalties Set for Internet Radio
14 Jul 2009
Licensing terms for "pure play" webcasters are in effect until 2015, leaving terrestrial radio as the only outlet that doesn't pay some sort of royalty for playing music.
Tues., July 14, by Tim Siglin
Remembering Neal Page, Industry Pioneer
07 Jul 2009
Inlet CEO Neal Page passed away last night after a long battle with cancer.
Tues., July 7, by Tim Siglin
HTML5 Video Tags: Inevitable or Pipe Dream?
07 Jul 2009
Activism, Working Groups and the dream of a single online video codec
Tues., July 7, by Tim Siglin
The Past, Present, and Future of Metadata
01 Jul 2009
Metadata might be really boring, but the things that can be done with metadata are very cool and absolutely crucial to the future of online video. A recent panel discussion at the Open Video Conference exposed the challenges and opportunities metadata poses.
Wed., July 1, by Tim Siglin
Nokeena Raises $6.5 Million In New VC Funding
25 Jun 2009
Nokeena Networks says it will use the new funding, led by Mayfield Fund, to step up its sales and marketing efforts as well as expand infrastructure to appeal to CDN partners.
Thurs., June 25, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #31: Adobe, Akamai, and Level 3 on Open Source Video
22 Jun 2009
What exactly are content creation and content delivery network representatives doing at an open source "open video" conference, and is it relevant to the streaming media business? Tim Siglin sits down with representatives from Adobe, Akamai, and Level 3 to find out.
Tues., June 23, by Tim Siglin
Video Culture: The Potential Reshaping Of The Online Video Landscape
19 Jun 2009
Content owners, content distribution networks, and real business opportunities are all part of the discussion at the Open Video Conference in New York
Fri., June 19, by Tim Siglin
Adder and Avocent Branch From KVM Solutions To Streaming Delivery
18 Jun 2009
At this year's InfoComm, the AV and streaming industries are finding ways to talk to each other, as new products from Adder and Avocent demonstrate.
Thurs., June 18, by Tim Siglin
CQ And SVSi Showcase Streaming Digital Signage Solutions at InfoComm
18 Jun 2009
CQ is massively scaling delivery across traditional Gigabit managed switches, while SVSi is using H.264 to deliver content to digital signage in a variety of key verticals
Thurs., June 18, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Too Much of a Good Thing?
15 Jun 2009
A supply-demand imbalance between advertisers and content distributors has inundated the web with ads. So what does this mean for the future?
Streaming Media Podcast Episode #30: Nokeena Co-Founder Prabakar Sundarrajan
15 Jun 2009
Tim Siglin sits down with Prabakar Sundarrajan, Co-Founder and CTO of Nokeena Networks, for a wide-ranging interview on the topics of defining "television quality" on the web, adaptive streaming and the difference between quality of service and quality of experience.
Mon., June 15, by Tim Siglin
iPhone Envy Brings Out Innovation
08 Jun 2009
Prior to Apple's WWDC event that kicks off today, the Palm Pre and a doubleTwist are making waves.
Mon., June 8, by Tim Siglin
QuickTime X: Rebuilding the Player and the Backend
08 Jun 2009
Apple announced today that the next version of QuickTime will include HTTP streaming and hardware acceleration, as well as editing tools in the new player interface.
Mon., June 8, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #29: Datmedia's New Enhanced Podcasting Tool
27 May 2009
An interview with Jay Pritchard, CTO of Datmedia Ltd., about a new enhanced podcasting service and Datmedia's take on the U.S. market. Recorded during the recent Streaming Media East show.
Wed., May 27, by Tim Siglin
HD Online at the Tipping Point
22 May 2009
In a Streaming Media East keynote that deserves a more detailed look, Akamai’s Paul Sagan traced the history of internet video and proposed that it’s finally at the point where it’s truly competitive with TV.
Fri., May 22, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #28: Ooyala Updates Its Platform
21 May 2009
Ooyala CTO Sean Knapp talks about the company's respect for other
platforms, metrics, and a new player for Ooyala's online video platform.
Thurs., May 21, by Tim Siglin and Jose Castillo
Streaming Media East: Verizon and boxee Want In To Your Living Room
13 May 2009
Keynotes from Verizon and boxee pushed forward the concept of getting online video into the living room, though each company takes a radically different approach.
Wed., May 13, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East: Pre-Conference Workshops Provide Practical Solutions
12 May 2009
Workshops focusing on Silverlight, H.264, Flash, and video blogs provided attendees with detailed insights and hands-on experience.
Tues., May 12, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East: Day 1 Keynotes Highlight Entertainment and Enterprise Challenges
12 May 2009
Akamai CEO Paul Sagan talked about the HD "tipping point" while Bank of America's Gregg Moss addressed issues faced when streaming within enterprise environments.
Tues., May 12, by Tim Siglin
Back to Basics: Making Flash Play
11 May 2009
Flash files are everywhere, and most consumers play them back without giving them a second thought. If you're a content creator, though, making sure they play back correctly can be a tricky proposition. Here's a look at the different Flash file formats and how to use them.
Mon., May 11, by Tim Siglin
NAB 2009 Highlights
28 Apr 2009
Attendance was down, but that was good news for people who made the trip to NAB this year. Easy access to vendors provided plenty of "eureka" moments, particularly in the areas of mobile video and automated transcoding.
Tues., April 28, by Tim Siglin and Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen
Streaming Media Podcast #27: Wowza Media at NAB
27 Apr 2009
Wowza's NAB show floor preview of its upcoming Pro Advanced server raised several questions about the combination of Flash and Silverlight, so Tim Siglin sits down with Wowza CEO Dave Stubenvoll to address those questions.
Mon., April 27, by Tim Siglin
Flash and Silverlight, Together at Last
20 Apr 2009
Wowza Media Server Pro Advanced will allow H.264 encodes to be played back in Flash, Silverlight and other players.
Mon., April 20, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #26: Inlet's Armada Version 3.0
14 Apr 2009
Tim Siglin talks to Andy Beach and John Bishop of Inlet Technologies, about the version 3 release of Armada, Inlet's automated transcoding and quality control system, which will be demonstrated at NAB starting this weekend.
Tues., April 14, by Tim Siglin
What to Look for at NAB
14 Apr 2009
This year's National Association of Broadcasters show should be an especially important one for streaming. Here's what to look for, particularly in the categories of transcoding, HD, metadata, and mobile video.
Streams of Thought: Back to Basics
09 Apr 2009
So far in 2009, competitive strategies are shifting, innovation is continuing, and a tipping point of new users appears to have been reached. All three trends mean good things for the streaming media industry.
Review: Adobe CS4 Production Premium
09 Apr 2009
Although the release of CS4 pushes Adobe’s video software further into the spotlight, it doesn’t make as large a first impression as its predecessor did.
Intel's Nehalem Provides Boost for Single and Multi-Core Transcoding Tools
30 Mar 2009
Released today, Intel's new Nehalem chip should benefits workstation users of every type of transcoding tool and video editing platform, and is already in use at DreamWorks Animation.
Mon., Mar. 30, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #25: Intel's New Nehalem Processor
30 Mar 2009
A discussion with Intel's Kirk Skaugen about the company's new Xeon 5550 Nehalem processor, and its implications for transcoding and video editing.
Mon. Mar. 30, by Tim Siglin
Microsoft MIX 09: Live Smooth Streaming, Silverlight 3 and Internet Explorer 8
24 Mar 2009
Microsoft held its annual developer confab in Las Vegas last week, rolling out new opportunities in streaming, most notably live Smooth Streaming and Silverlight 3.
Tues., Mar. 24, by Tim Siglin
iPhone 3.0 Software To Feature Streaming And HD Video For iPod touch and iPhone
18 Mar 2009
Apple finally plans to expand video capabilities of both the iPhone and iPod touch, though exactly what form that will take isn't entirely clear.
Wed., Mar. 18, by Tim Siglin
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Downscaling in Tough Times
17 Mar 2009
The acquisition of Ancept Media Server attempts to leverage complementary technologies to strengthen ViewCast's market position, while Hearst's hiring of George Kliavkoff as it takes a major newspaper online-only hints at old media's need to embrace new media in order to survive.
Tues., Mar. 17, by Tim Siglin
How to Choose an Encoding Solution
06 Mar 2009
Increases in CPU power and the advent of portable appliances mean there are more encoding options than ever before.
Fri., Mar. 6, by Tim Siglin
HaiVision/Video Furnace Merger Brings Live HD Streaming to the Forefront
27 Feb 2009
The combination of HaiVision and Video Furnace shows the potential synergies between hardware and software in the H.264 streaming realm.
Fri., Feb. 27, by Tim Siglin
Going Mobile in Barcelona
23 Feb 2009
Despite a slightly smaller show floor than in the past, this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona offered up plenty of mobile streaming news, including new solutions from On2, Media Excel, Mirial, and MobiTV, as well as the Adobe-backed Open Screen Project.
Mon., Feb. 23, by Tim Siglin
The H.264 Licensing Labyrinth
12 Feb 2009
Confusion and consternation abound over H.264 licensing terms. Here's a brief overview.
Cue the Strangelove Moment: Media & Entertainment Year in Review
12 Feb 2009
2008 was the year that big media learned to stop worrying and love—or at least accept—online video.
Surveying the Mobile Video Landscape
05 Feb 2009
While monetization remains elusive, technology advances in 2008 and on tap for 2009 set the stage for increased delivery and consumption of video on mobile devices.
Thurs., Feb. 5, by Tim Siglin
Distributed Social Networks: Promises and Pitfalls
30 Jan 2009
As users attempt to maintain identities and assets, including video, across multiple sites, the W3C held a workshop to address opportunities and challenges offered by distributed social networks.
Fri., Jan. 30, by Tim Siglin and Christine Perey
Back to Basics: Of Players and Plug-Ins
27 Jan 2009
The move to browser plug-ins for watching online video, added on top of the earlier availability of multiple standalone players is, at the very least, confusing to those who seldom think about the technology that we use every day, except when they really want to watch a key event.
Tues., Jan. 27, by Tim Siglin
Inauguration Offered the Online Video Industry a Chance to Shine, Reassess
21 Jan 2009
From the official stream from the Presidential Inauguration Committee to virtually every major news outlet, online video was on center stage for the inauguration of President Obama.
Wed., Jan. 21, by Tim Siglin
Online Video Funding Should Continue In 2009
15 Jan 2009
Despite the downturn, and the increasing cost of capital, online video funding appears to be moving forward, even if the days of experimental capital are over.
Thurs., Jan. 15, by Tim Siglin
Reviewed: Adobe Creative Suite 4 Production Premium
08 Jan 2009
Each and every one of the suite’s features and technologies has been improved in CS4, some significantly. With an eye toward accelerating encoding workflows and an initial foray into mission-critical metadata entry and retrieval, the product offers noteworthy improvements that merit attention.
Thurs., Jan. 8, by Paul Schmutzler and Tim Siglin
iTunes Music Store Goes DRM-Free
06 Jan 2009
At its final Macworld keynote, Apple announced that it's getting rid of DRM for iTunes Music and introducing a new tiered pricing plan.
Tues., Jan. 6, by Tim Siglin
YouTube Saga Mirrors iTunes Negotiations
04 Jan 2009
Recent events, including Warner Music’s removal of its videos, appear to prove YouTube's value to music labels and recall similar issues that arose between the labels and Apple.
Mon., Jan. 5, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Give!
29 Dec 2008
With the holiday season upon us, streaming professionals should consider giving their time to a good cause.
Tues., Dec. 30, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Continues to Grow, But Physical Media Still Wins Out
19 Dec 2008
New studies from Deloitte and Ipsos show impressive growth in online video usage, especially among women, but when it comes time to pay for content, viewers are still more likely to purchase on DVD.
Fri., Dec. 19, by Tim Siglin
Back to Basics: H.264 Licensing Terms
12 Dec 2008
Confusion and consternation abound. Here's a brief overview and analysis of H.264 licensing terms.
Fri., Dec. 12, by Tim Siglin
Review: Datmedia Datpresenter
11 Dec 2008
While imperfect, Datpresenter is a good choice for those looking to create and deliver internet TV channels.
Review: Gomez Active Streaming XF
11 Dec 2008
Gomez's first foray into large-object and streaming-delivery testing for CDNs seems to be a good initial launch.
Sun's JavaFX Sets Out to Challenge Flash and Silverlight
08 Dec 2008
The JavaFX Production Suite, targeted at web developers and designers, offers integration with Adobe tools while potentially offering competition to Adobe's AIR efforts. Meanwhile, On2 plays both sides of the fence.
Mon., Dec. 8, by Tim Siglin
Back to Basics: H.264 Transcoding for Flash
05 Dec 2008
At Adobe MAX in Milan earlier this week, Flash developer Fabio Sonnati presented a session packed with suggestions for transcoding H.264 video for Flash delivery.
Fri., Dec. 5, by Tim Siglin
A Closer Look at Adobe Flash Media Server 3.5
19 Nov 2008
Two new features—Dynamic Streaming and Digital Video Recorder functionality—are the culmination of Adobe's latest attempts to maintain video quality in the face of network unreliability.
Wed., Nov. 19, by Tim Siglin
Everything Changes In (A) Flash
17 Nov 2008
Adobe's Flash Media Server 3.5, used in beta by CDNs like CDNetworks, competes with Wowza's newly announced pay-as-you-go streaming server subscription service.
Mon., Nov. 17 by Tim Siglin
Mrs. P: Learning From TV to Teach Online
14 Nov 2008
When content is king, knowing the proper medium and placement are key. New forays into online-only content like Mrs. P are demonstrating innovative approaches that don’t disregard the lessons of television.
Fri., Nov. 14, by Tim Siglin
GOTV: Get Out the Video
04 Nov 2008
From live streaming of breaking news to user-generated content to video-promoted giveaways, online video did more than just provide election coverage to people away from their televisions.
Wed., Nov. 5, by Tim Siglin
Back to Basics: Advertising Rates and Metrics
31 Oct 2008
This installment of our Back to Basics series looks at some common terms used when discussing advertising rates and metrics, as well as why they matter.
Fri., Oct. 31, by Tim Siglin
Back to Basics: HTTP Streaming
24 Oct 2008
The term "HTTP streaming" got tossed around quite a bit at last week's Streaming Media Europe as a way to get through corporate firewalls. But not all "HTTP streaming" is created equal, nor is it always actually streaming.
Fri., Oct. 24, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Europe Day 1
16 Oct 2008
Sessions on a variety of topics from mobile video to content delivery to viewership habits show why Europe is the streaming growth leader
Thurs., Oct. 16, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Creative Suite Turns 4
15 Oct 2008
Adobe's Creative Suite 4 features improvements in the areas of native tapeless workflows, encoding, metadata, and Flash/After Effects integration and finally land just in front of Final Cut Studio.
October Surprises: Wal-Mart Turns off DRM, iTunes Threatens to Shut Down
10 Oct 2008
Wal-Mart adds fuel to the DRM-free MP3 fire by shutting down its DRM servers, while Apple threatens to shut down iTunes if the Copyright Review Board hikes mechanical reproduction royalties. Meanwhile, streaming radio might get a break.
Fri., Oct. 10, by Tim Siglin
Review: The Video-Enabled Adobe Acrobat 9
03 Oct 2008
With deep Flash integration, including the ability to convert multiple video formats for Flash Video playback, the new version of Acrobat 9 isn't your grandma's e-paper.
Fri., Oct. 3, by Tim Siglin
From C-SPAN to Drudge, Pelosi Speech Video Makes Waves
30 Sep 2008
One thing that every politician agrees on: Political web video is a blessing and a curse. Just ask Nancy Pelosi, whose widely viewed speech yesterday gave Republicans plenty of ammunition with which to defend their vote against the bailout plan.
Tues., Sept. 30., by Tim Siglin
Disney-ABC, Roku Keynote Streaming Media West, Day 2
24 Sep 2008
Disney-ABC is focusing on syndicating its online video player, and not just its content, while Roku looks to the future of set-top boxes.
Wed., Sept. 24, by Tim Siglin
Flash Video Compression Choices
23 Sep 2008
Should you use Flash Media Encoding Server or the new CS4 Adobe Media Encoder? We break down the differences, from grid and batch encoding to VP6 and H.264.
Tues., Sept. 23, by Tim Siglin
Online Video vs. ISPs: How Much is too Much?
23 Sep 2008
As online video pushes the limits on bandwidth, ISPs struggle to balance fairness with cost. Today's session at Streaming Media West highlighted some of the challenges.
Tues., Sept. 23, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: Pieces of (VP)8
19 Sep 2008
On2 supporters cry foul, both before and after the company announces VP8. But On2’s announcement actually raises more questions than it answers, and it’s too soon to tell what impact it will have on the online video world.
Fri., Sept. 19, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #23: Making Video Simple
18 Sep 2008
Tim Siglin talks with Robert Manoff, CEO of Jambo Media, LLC, about the way the Jambo Video Network provides simple video services to mid-size web publishers—what Jambo calls the "upper-middle-class" of video publishers with relatively small, but very loyal, audiences.
Thurs., Sept. 18, by Tim Siglin
Is Napster Best Buy's Alternate Apple Strategy?
16 Sep 2008
The announcement that the electronics big-box store will buy Napster puts Circuit City, others in tenuous situation.
Tues., Sept. 16, by Tim Siglin
IBC 2008 Kicks Off
12 Sep 2008
Highlights in the early announcements from Amsterdam—from companies like Microsoft, Digital Rapids, HaiVision, and Motorola—emphasize the growth in H.264 and set-top box penetration.
Fri., Sept. 12, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: H.264 Wins—Now What?
09 Sep 2008
WIth Microsoft's announcement that it's adding H.264 playback to Silverlight, some would argue that H.264 has emerged triumphant in the codec wars. So what does that mean for the future of online video?
Tues., Sept. 9, by Tim Siglin
Sports Flash
05 Sep 2008
Adobe claims the gold in the Olympics and introduces live NFL football delivered in Flash, which debuted Thursday night.
Fri., Sept. 5, by Tim Siglin
Streaming the Conventions
05 Sep 2008
Nominees and political parties firmly embrace an alternate media distribution lifestyle. And while platform limitations were politics as usual for video from the two major parties, independent candidate Ron Paul's video was viewable on all three major operating systems.
Fri., Sept. 5, by Tim Siglin
NBC Has a VHS Olympic Moment
22 Aug 2008
Just as VHS didn't kill the multiplex, record-setting streaming audiences during the Beiijing Games appear to have actually translated into a boost to TV viewership.
Fri., Aug. 22, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #22: The Olympics
20 Aug 2008
Tim's daughter talks about staying up late and watching the Olympics while Jose shares tips on how she can illegally watch the Olympics whenever she wants. Tim kicks Jose under the table. We all decide that Microsoft Silverlight looks great and was easy to install. Tim promises to watch the opening ceremonies before the games end on NBCOlympics.com
Wed., Aug. 20, by Tim Siglin and Jose Castillo
Is the RIAA’s “Making Available” Argument Still Valid?
19 Aug 2008
A recent case brought aby a Recording Industry Association of America music label against a file sharer has been settled, but at significantly less per song than a similar case.
Tues., Aug. 19, by Tim Siglin
BitGravity’s Philosophy: Take It Easy
14 Aug 2008
BitGravity’s seemingly slow approach in terms of CDN sales might be changing thanks to some new customer wins and the recent announcement of $2.5 million in funding.
Streams of Thought: The Patent Wars
08 Aug 2008
As CDNs commoditize and streaming grows up, companies are gobbling up patents in an attempt to stay competitive. Who will come out on top?
Technicolor Dreams
05 Aug 2008
Through acquisitions and partnerships, Thomson’s Technicolor is growing its business smartly in the United States and Europe, with an eye on Latin America and Asia for 2009.
Yahoo! Music Unlimited Turns Out To Be Limited
31 Jul 2008
Another music service pulls the DRM plug, although unlike MSN Music, Yahoo! Music won't exit the music biz entirely, and will partner with Rhapsody. But some observers wonder how long even Apple can stay in the online music biz.
Thurs., July 31, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #21: Benjamin Wayne, Fliqz
31 Jul 2008
In this week's podcast, Tim Siglin talks to Benjamin Wayne, CEO and Founder of Fliqz, who shares his opinions about what's wrong with video advertising CPM rates, agencies and the cost of content production.
Thurs., July 31, by Tim Siglin
Highwinds Lands Commitment from Technicolor
22 Jul 2008
Highwinds RollingThunder CDN has chops, but also doesn't compete with its customers, as proven by recent deals with Castfire and Technicolor.
Tues., July 22, by Tim Siglin
Apple iPhone 3G Launch Marred by Activation Problems
11 Jul 2008
Activation issues plague early adopters, but those who've been able to get their new iPhones up and running are seeing the potential of the device as a third computing platform.
Fri., July 11, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #20: All-Stars and Format Wars
11 Jul 2008
The first in a series of podcasts with Streaming Media All Stars, this spirited discussion with Nico McLane includes Jan Ozer and several opinions on Windows Media, Flash, H.264 and the needs of enterprise user.
Fri., July 11, by Tim Siglin
Interoperability and Simplicity the Key Trends at Connections 2008
08 Jul 2008
This year's Connections conference highlighted the paths and pitfalls to streaming in the home, with competing approaches offering simplified user experiences. And while there's a push towards a unified standard, its realizations seems a long ways off.
Tues., July 8, by IdaRose Sylvester and Tim Siglin
Google and Yahoo Roll out Flash Search
01 Jul 2008
Adobe has released code to search engine giants Google and Yahoo! that allow them to index content ins SWF files, including metadata about Flash Video embedded in the SWF file.
Tues., July 1, by Tim Siglin
Rhapsody's New DRM-Free Tracks are Music to iPod Users' Ears
01 Jul 2008
Real's Rhapsody music subscription service is now selling downloadable content that will play on any device, including the iPod.
Tues., July 1, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Radio Royalties Set To Affect Terrestrial Radio
24 Jun 2008
SoundExchange using last year's Copyright Board decision as leverage against traditional radio, claiming that AM and FM stations should start paying performance fees. In the meantime, negotiations to cap internet radio royalty rates have stalled.
Tues., June 24, by Tim Siglin
Microsoft Lets the Music Play
20 Jun 2008
Reversing a decision it made in April, Microsoft has decided to allow music purchased from its now-defunct MSN Music service to play on new or updated devices.
Friday, June 20, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: Everything Old Is New Again
15 Jun 2008
A "where are they now?" look at some of the names associated with the early days of the Streaming Media shows.
Apple's 3G iPhone Adds Increased Speed and Video Capabilities
10 Jun 2008
At Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference 2008, Steve Jobs promised the new iPhone is twice as fast at about half the price. Other announcements included a revamp of QuickTime, while Sling showed off its new SlingMobile across the street.
Tues., June 10, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #18: Microsoft's New Video Tools
02 Jun 2008
Tim interviews Chris Knowlton and Charles Finkelstein, both with Microsoft, regarding the new Expression Encoder 2, Silverlight 2 and IIS 7's ability to handle multiple video formats.
Mon., June 2, by Tim Siglin
Entertainment Device Deals Reshape the Streaming Industry Yet Again
30 May 2008
A spate of announcements from TiVo, Amazon, and Netflix over the past two weeks point to the ways in which consumer entertainment has joined the enterprise on equal footing as a driver of the streaming industry.
Fri., May 30, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #17: Streaming Media East Wrap-Up
27 May 2008
Tim Siglin wraps up Streaming Media East 2008 coverage with a series of interviews: Angelina Ward with Focal Press, Gerard Virga, COO at CDN Powerstream and Dr. Harsh Verma from R Systems.
Tues., May 27, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East 2008 Day 2: How CNNmoney Does It
21 May 2008
In a freewheeling presentation and a spirited question and answer session, CNNMoney's Caleb Silver touched on the technology, the people and the raison d'être for CNNmoney.com using video.
Wed., May 21, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #16: Streaming Media East 2008
21 May 2008
Jose Castillo and Tim Siglin talk about highlights from Streaming Media East in New York, including AT&T's re-emergence as a CDN, a jaw-dropping mobile video webcasting demo by Steve Garfield, and interviews with show attendees.
Streaming Media East 2008: Day 1: AT&T is Back in the Video Streaming and CDN Game
20 May 2008
AT&T courts customers big and small as the telco returns to the video and content delivery space in a big way at Streaming Media East
Tues., May 20, by Tim Siglin
Online News: A Decade of Change or Stasis?
13 May 2008
Assessments of online news from today sound similar to those from a decade ago. What's changed is that, whether old-school print journalists like it or not, video is absolutely central to a successful newspaper business.
Tues., May 13, by Tim Siglin
A Decade of StreamingMedia.com
13 May 2008
With the 2008 Streaming Media East show next week in New York, the Streaming Media brand celebrates its tenth year. What a long, strange trip it's been—here's a guided tour of the ups and downs of our first decade.
Tues, May 13, by Tim Siglin
H.264 Adoption Creating an International Broadcast Muddle
09 May 2008
With more and more broadcasters simulcasting content online in H.264, issues of licensing and piracy are once again coming to the fore.
Fri., May 9, by Tim Siglin
Telepresence: Are Rising Oil Prices Videoconferencing's Best Hope?
05 May 2008
Today’s confluence of environmental, financial, and political issues—along with new solutions from Polycom, Tandberg, and LifeSize—have breathed new life into the world of videoconferencing. That’s good news: Ultimately, more videoconferencing leads to more webcasting.
Mon., May 5, by Tim Siglin
When DRM Key Servers Vanish, Where Do Users Turn?
25 Apr 2008
Piracy and "borrowed" content is often in the news, but even legitimate purchasers sometimes face a conundrum, such as that posed when MSN announced that music files purchased before 2006 would no longer be supported beginning later this year.
Streams of Thought: Where Are They Now?
20 Apr 2008
A few years ago, VH1 ran a program called Where Are They Now that tracked down artists that had faded from wider public view. So I thought it only fitting that, as part of this “Decade of Streaming Media.com” issue, I track down a few people who had played varying roles in the advent of streaming media.
Review: Inlet Technologies Spinnaker S3000
20 Apr 2008
Another winning real-time encoder from Inlet
Streaming Media Podcast #15: NAB Day Two
18 Apr 2008
Tim Siglin interviews two more companies at the National Association of Broadcaster's show (NAB) in Las Vegas: Akamai talks about its partnership with transcoding companies, while Wowza talks about competing with Adobe on a whole new price-point playing field.
Fri., April 18, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #14: NAB Day One
16 Apr 2008
Tim and Jose explore topics of interest at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show, talking with companies about piracy, high-definition streaming and the disappearance of two major companies—Apple and Avid—from the show floor.
NAB 2008: Andy Beach Writes a Book . . . And Other Amazing Tales
16 Apr 2008
Inlet's Andy Beach published a book on practical encoding, while his company and Adobe are showing off metadata and automated encoding solutions at the NAB show in Las Vegas.
Wed., April 16, by Tim Siglin
NAB 2008: Broadcasting by Any Other Name . . . Is Broadcasting
14 Apr 2008
Not surprisingly, the takeaway from the president's keynote kicking off NAB 2008 is that broadcasting—whether it's online, offline or a combination of both—is alive and well. But clearly traditional broadcasters have much to learn from their web counterparts, and some key announcements indicate how the two worlds are merging.
Streaming Media Podcast #13: Broadcasting from 3G Mobile Devices
10 Apr 2008
In this interview from the 2008 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Cristoforo Mione of the Milan-based Mirial discusses the PSE Broadcast Genie, which takes video sent from a 3G mobile phone and converts it for television broadcast and web streaming.
Thurs., April 10, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Media Player Now Available
09 Apr 2008
The new player—called AMP for short and first announced almost a year ago—will let viewers watch Flash Video content while online or offline, and lets content owners apply Flash Media Server Rights Management rules to their video.
Wed., April 9, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #12: Snacking on Mobile Content
08 Apr 2008
An interview with representatives from mobile TV solutions provider NuNet on the implications of video "snacking" for consumers, content creators, and carriers alike.
Thurs., April 10, by Tim Siglin
Mobile Video: It's Not About the Phone
04 Apr 2008
When it comes to getting the music and video you want on the go, forget the services, or even the phones, for that matter. What matters most is carrier lockdowns, as iPhone-related news this week suggests.
Fri., April 4, by Tim Siglin
CTIA Brings U.S. Mobile Video Into Focus
01 Apr 2008
CTIA, the U.S. equivalent of the Mobile World Congress, is creating additional interest in streaming content to the mobile device by emphasizing new approaches. RealNetworks' Rob Glaser used his keynote to discuss "entertainment as a service."
Tues., April 1, by Tim Siglin
Alternative Flash Servers Follow H.264 Path
25 Mar 2008
Last week Wowza introduced live H.264 capability in a preview version of Wowza Media Server Pro; Red5 promises live H.264 to come in an upcoming release of Red5 Server.
Tues, March 25, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Offers DRM with Flash Media Rights Management Server
19 Mar 2008
New product offers protection and controls for FLV, F4V, and H.264, as well as attendant graphics and advertising, both online and offline.
Wed., March 19, by Tim Siglin
Operation MySpace and Kulabyte Bring Live HD Flash to the Web
11 Mar 2008
The MySpace webcast of a concert for U.S. troops in Kuwait marked the debut of live HD Flash streaming. It wasn't perfect, but as a first test of Kulabyte's live encoding, it was an almost unequivocal success.
Tues., Mar. 11, by Tim Siglin
Apple’s iPhone Courts Enterprise, Disses Flash
07 Mar 2008
The good news this week is that the APIs in the iPhone SDK boost audio and video options. The bad news is that it still won't support Flash.
Fri., March 7, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Ships Flex 3; Microsoft Shines Light on Silverlight 2
26 Feb 2008
Things are heating up in the run-up to NAB, as Adobe completes the trilogy of Flash, Flex 3, and AIR , while Microsoft talks about what’s in Silverlight 2.
Tues., Feb. 26, by Tim Siglin
And Then There Were Three: RIP HD DVD
19 Feb 2008
Toshiba’s decision to end HD-DVD production—leaving Blu-ray the clear leader and only the scarcely used EVD and VMD as the other HD alternatives—widens the window of opportunity for streaming media entertainment delivery, if only just a bit.
Mon., Feb. 18, by Tim Siglin
More Flash Brings More Light
15 Feb 2008
Undoubtedly the biggest news in online video for 2007, the Silverlight/Flash battle is one that finds both Microsoft and Adobe significantly shifting their fundamental approaches, although in both cases, there’s historical precedent.
The Big Bang: Media & Entertainment Year in Review
15 Feb 2008
Despite deterioration in the broader economic indicators, nonadvertising-driven entertainment models remain robust and advertising-supported media are feeling the pressure of web advertising.
Almost Grown: Advertising Year in Review
15 Feb 2008
Rich media advertising continued to thrive in 2007, taking on its more established counterparts and holding its own.
Streamticker 2007: The Year in Mergers, Acquisitions, and Fundings
15 Feb 2008
2007 proved to be the year of legitimate peer-to-peer networking and high-definition streaming, but the bigger news was that the "big kids" got involved in the streaming space in a way that left some smaller companies in awe of their larger siblings.
Streaming From the Mobile to the Newsroom and Game Show
13 Feb 2008
At this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, several companies are showcasing mobile products that fit into standard broadcasting workflow.
Wed., Feb. 13, by Tim Siglin
The Battle for Your Address Book May Involve Streaming for Social Networks
13 Feb 2008
Social networking reworks the mobile address book into a rich media aggregation tool, with new offerings from Zyb, Yahoo, and others highlighted at this week's Mobile World Congress.
Wed., Feb. 14, by Tim Siglin
The Mobile Broadband Battlefield
11 Feb 2008
Yahoo and Google getting into the mobile as broadband wireless web and rich media dominate growth discussions at global mobile phone event in Barcelona this week.
Mon., Feb. 11, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #10: Super Sports and Politics Edition
08 Feb 2008
Jose and Tim discuss the Super Bowl, Super Tuesday, and the implications of streaming media on sports advertising and the political process. No, it's really not THAT boring!
Fri., Feb. 8, by Jose Castillo and Tim Siglin
Miss the Big Game? Stream the Ads
04 Feb 2008
The year's most anticipated ads are still available online long after the Super Bowl, as well as highlights from the game itself.
Mon., Feb. 4, by Tim Siglin
Microsoft's Yahoo Offer Part of A Major Online Play
01 Feb 2008
The tech giant likely sees Yahoo's effective rich and streaming media advertising success as a weapon against Google's text ads, which are proving less effective on social networking sites.
Fri., Feb. 1, by Tim Siglin
The Qtrax Announcement: Here We Go Again
29 Jan 2008
If the news isn’t filled with politics, Super Bowl and economic stimulus stories, it’s filled with streaming media business models. And recent announcements from Qtrax, Last.fm, and Amazon indicate that there’s life yet in all three basic approaches to monetizing content.
Tues., Jan. 29, by Tim Siglin
Video Drives Apple's Innovation
16 Jan 2008
Steve Jobs' yearly dog & pony show demonstrates just how important streaming and progressive downloading are to Apple’s strategy, from the new Macbook Air to the updated Apple TV.
Wed., Jan. 16, by Tim Siglin
Commentary—Macworld 2008: The Week That Copy-Protection DRM Dies?
15 Jan 2008
Despite marked incredulity, the signs of the demise of copy-protection DRM in audio content seem to be everywhere.
Tues., Jan. 15, by Tim Siglin
CES 2008, Day 3: Podcasting
09 Jan 2008
Products to capture and deliver podcasts abound at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.
Wed., Jan. 9, by Tim Siglin
CES 2008, Day 2: Home and Business Surveillance
08 Jan 2008
Video camera systems, from the simple to complex, stream video content to home and business owners.
Tues., Jan. 8, by Tim Siglin
CES 2008, Day 1: HD Streaming
07 Jan 2008
High-definition video streaming, both inside and outside the home, is all the rage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Mon., Jan. 7, by Tim Siglin
CES 2008 Keynote: Bill Gates' Last Hurrah
07 Jan 2008
Microsoft’s chairman reminisces on the past, pokes fun at the present, and pushing streaming as part of the company’s future—including a partnership with NBC to deliver video of the 2008 Summer Olympics with Silverlight.
Mon., Jan. 6, by Tim Siglin
CES 2008 Preview: Streaming the Show
06 Jan 2008
With almost 150,000 attendees at the Las Vegas Convention Center and associated hotels, it might be better to stay home and watch the highlights from the Consumer Electronics Show.
Sun., Jan. 6, by Tim Siglin
So You Got a New Computer for Christmas. Now What?
04 Jan 2008
Here’s a brief overview of the basic tools everyone needs to stream content from Flash, Windows Media, QuickTime, and Real sources.
Fri., Jan. 4, by Tim Siglin
Brighter Days Ahead for Internap’s CDN Service?
21 Dec 2007
The company has set in motion a series of events that provide a compelling case—if the customers buy in.
Fri., Dec. 21, by Tim Siglin
HD For The Holidays: Formats, Formats Everywhere!
18 Dec 2007
Now that HD streaming is upon us, what cameras and editing software should you buy—and what format should you invest in—to keep up with the Joneses?
Tues., Dec. 18, by Tim Siglin
Let's Work Together
15 Dec 2007
Combining streaming, videoconferencing, instant messaging, and desktop or application sharing, collaborative computing has come of age.
Streams of Thought: Altering Course—The Adobe Warship Begins to Turn
15 Dec 2007
Everywhere you look, Adobe shows signs of turning into a relatively successful hybrid company that uses the web and the desktop as equal platforms.
CDNs Rush to Add High-Definition Flash Streaming
11 Dec 2007
With Adobe's announcement of Flash Media Server 3 last week, content delivery networks including Level 3, Limelight, and Swarmcast are announcing formal support for HD Flash.
Tues., Dec. 11, by Tim Siglin
Flash Media Server Spawns a Family
04 Dec 2007
Released today, the new Flash Media Server 3 contains not just one but three server options. Also released today was Flash Player 9, which supports H.264 and On2's VP6-s. Read the story and listen to the accompanying podcast.
Tues., Dec. 4, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #9: Flash Media Server 3
04 Dec 2007
Tim Siglin and Sam Mays of Fresh Punch, who is standing in for Jose this week, talk about Flash, including several tools showcased at Adobe's MAX 2007 conference that have found their way into the newly announced Flash Media Server 3.
Tues., Dec. 4
Apple Settles Burst Lawsuit
22 Nov 2007
$10 million settlement gives Burst second major out-of-court patent defense win in as many years.
Tues., Nov. 27, by Tim Siglin
Changes At The Helm At Adobe and Avid Reveal Changes In Strategy
20 Nov 2007
With both of their CEOs leaving, Adobe and Avid are resetting high-level management for the next phase of growth and, perhaps, significant changes in corporate direction.
Tues., Nov. 20, by Tim Siglin
Collaborating With Streaming
15 Nov 2007
Accordent’s partnership with Tandberg is just one of many initiatives to bring the worlds of videoconference, telephony, and streaming video closer together.
Thurs., Nov. 15, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #8: Speaking Encode
15 Nov 2007
A look back on the highlights of the Streaming Media West show, and a talk with encoding specialist Jan Ozer about the latest video encoding tools.
Thurs., Nov. 15
Streaming Media Podcast #7: Bebo Partners With Video Content Providers
13 Nov 2007
Jose Castillo talks to Bebo's Jose Hernandez about the company's new partnerships.
Tues., Nov. 13
Streaming Media West: The 50,000 Foot View From 6 Feet
09 Nov 2007
This year's Streaming Media West exhibited a diversity of both attendees—from the C suite to the creative class—and exhibitors, many of whom were there for the first time.
Fri., Nov. 9, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media West: Keepin' It Real
07 Nov 2007
Wednesday morning’s Streaming Media West keynotes explained some of the mysteries behind both user-generated content and professionally produced programming. For both Metacafe and National Geographic, a degree of authenticity has been key to success.Wed., Nov. 7, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #6: A Sit-Down With "The Vlogfather"
02 Nov 2007
Jose Castillo chats with vlogging pioneer Steve Garfield.
Mon., Nov. 5
Streaming Media Podcast #5: Misadventures in Video Conferencing
02 Nov 2007
Jose and Tim reflect on videoconferencing's past and ponder its future with LifeSize Communications' Craig Malloy.
Mon., Nov. 5
BitTorrent's Gone Legit, But Still Faces Obstacles
02 Nov 2007
As we lead up to one of Streaming Media West 2007's most anticipated keynotes—by BitTorrent President Ashwin Navin—we take a look at the company that's been both an innovator and a lightning rod for controversy.
Fri., Nov. 2, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Podcast #4: Finding The Needle in the Digital Haystack
02 Nov 2007
In Episode 4, Tim Siglin and Jose Castillo discuss video search with Everyzing's Thomas Wilde.
Fri., Nov. 2
Streaming Media Podcast #3: Home-Brewed Media Transmissions
02 Nov 2007
In Episode 3, Tim Siglin and Jose Castillo talk with Sling Media's Brian Jaquet.
Fri., Nov. 2
The New Streaming Media Podcasts
30 Oct 2007
Tim Siglin and Jose Castillo have taken over the podcasting helm, and bring you insightful and lively interviews with some of the biggest names in online media. In the first two episodes, they talk with IdaRose Sylvester of IDC and Ripcode's Brendon Mills.
Tues., Oct. 30
Leopard Release Takes Cues From Online Video
26 Oct 2007
Besides all the bells and whistles that you’ll read about (and use, if you upgrade to Leopard or make the move to a Mac) one thing struck me: the way Leopard handles media now—including images, audio and video—is mimicking the online world in a way that is a first for a desktop operating system.
Fri., Oct. 26, by Tim Siglin
Mobile Device Control, Streaming On Display At CTIA
23 Oct 2007
Announcements from Microsoft, Vantrix, and Symbian highlight a show that's putting increasingly more emphasis on video.Tues., Oct. 23, by Tim Siglin
EchoStar Plugs Into IPTV Via HomePlug Connections
11 Oct 2007
The satellite company’s strategy came into clearer focus at the HomePlug Powerline Technology Alliance, where an EchoStar spokesperson outlined how set-top boxes from recently acquired Sling Media might move content around the home.
Thurs., Oct. 11, by Tim Siglin
Flash: Here, There, and Everywhere
05 Oct 2007
The Moviestar engine will power more than Flash playback on the web—much more. At Adobe MAX 2007, the company offered some sneak previews of just how much.
Fri., Oct. 5, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media Europe: It's About Quality, Not Quantity
05 Oct 2007
London—on its best weather behavior—was the setting for this week’s European event. Though the show is considerably smaller than its U.S. counterparts, the quality of the conference sessions themselves often surpassed what we get stateside.
Streams of Thought: Gettin' High (Def) in Amsterdam
05 Oct 2007
IBC 2006 was heavy on high-definition hype.
Adobe Media Player Beta Now Available
01 Oct 2007
It's not the full-blown version--it doesn't support H.264, for instance--but Adobe announced the availability of its long-awaited media player at Adobe MAX 2007 in Chicago.
Mon., Oct. 1, by Tim Siglin
Sling Slides Into Echostar, Set-Top Box Field Narrows
28 Sep 2007
The acquisition of a place-shifting device manufacturer by the Dish satellite owner potentially closes one door while opening another.
Fri., Sept. 28, by Tim Siglin
Does Media Need to Be Free?
25 Sep 2007
Recent moves to "free" Big 3 content from pay-per-download sites like iTunes poses an interesting question: Would consumers rather pay for it and own it, or watch it for free but be limited to streaming-only access?
Tues., Sept. 25, by Tim Siglin
Second Life Gets . . . A Second Life
18 Sep 2007
Origin Digital’s Odaptor platform serves as underlying technology for Second Life's new, improved video capabilities.
Tues., Sept. 18, by Tim Siglin
More Details on Microsoft's VC-1 Ecosystem Emerge at IBC
13 Sep 2007
In addition the introduction of Microsoft's VC-1 SDK, IBC brought big news from the likes of Tarari, Dayport, Thomson,and SyncCast.
Thurs., Sept. 13, by Tim Siglin
IBC Offerings Expand Digital and Streaming Infrastructure for Broadcasters
10 Sep 2007
Whether you’re a traditional broadcaster, a cable giant, or just a video podcaster, something new is waiting for you at this year’s IBC in Amsterdam.
Mon., Sept. 10, by Tim Siglin
IBC Demos Reveal Advances Across IPTV Ecosystem
10 Sep 2007
Whether it’s acquisition on solid-state media, encoding, or delivery, streaming in the IPTV space continues to move steadily forward, as proven by announcements from the likes of Digital Rapids, ViewCast, and Akamai.
Mon., Sept. 10, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Demonstrates Flash Media Server 3, Adobe Media Player, and Cisco Integration at IBC
06 Sep 2007
Ability to stream H.264 and AAC Plus, along with a tie-in to Cisco’s Content Delivery System, reveal more of Adobe’s larger plan to get video to three screens, even if it’s not FLV.
Thurs., Sept. 6, by Tim Siglin
Apple Delights, Infuriates With New iPods And iPhone Price Mods
06 Sep 2007
The new WiFi-enabled iPod Touch looks tasty, but changes in the rest of the iPod line, a drop in the price of the 8GB iPhone, and discontinuation of the 4GB iPhone are leaving a sour taste in early adopters’ mouths.
Thurs., Sept. 6, by Tim Siglin
Nokia Breaks Ranks With Network Operators, Targets iPhone/iTunes
30 Aug 2007
The handset manufacturer’s Ovi music portal leverages last year’s Loudeye acquisition to launch music and entertainment ecosystem in Europe and Asia.
Thurs., Aug. 30, by Tim Siglin
Vista Network Degradation Bug Linked to Streaming
29 Aug 2007
Notice that your network transfer rate goes down when listening to audio or watching video in Vista? The bad news is you're not alone; the good news is that Microsoft says it's working on a fix.
Wed., Aug. 29, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: MTV Loses Its Urge, and So Do I
24 Aug 2007
As MTV ends its partnership with Microsoft and starts one with Real, only one thing is clear: The online music world may be growing, but it’s still frustrating.
Fri., Aug. 24, by Tim Siglin
Streams of Thought: MLB's Foul Bawl
15 Aug 2007
MLB Advanced Media's anger against the placeshifting technology of the SlingBox seems a bit arcane.
Review: Adobe Production Premium CS3
14 Aug 2007
Integration among all products in the CS3 suite is exceptionally strong, and Adobe Media Encoder—an example of a program that spans several CS3 applications—is a solid product putting Adobe firmly in the running against other more established video software suites.
Thurs., Aug. 16, by Tim Siglin
Players and Codecs Come Under Hacker Scrutiny
10 Aug 2007
Several sessions at Black Hat 2007 showed the need to continue to develop lean code and close potential vulnerabilities in media players that might be exploited by hackers.
Friday, Aug. 10, by Tim Siglin
Akamai’s Troubles: Much Ado About Nothing
30 Jul 2007
Akamai continues to lose valuation—and Internap just reported a 2Q 2007 net loss of $1.7 million—but that doesn’t mean the entire CDN market is in trouble. In fact, if you’re really paying attention, you'll see that the space is stronger than ever.
Tues., July 30, by Tim Siglin
Latency: The Next Frontier
24 Jul 2007
Now that the major codecs can deliver quality that is acceptable—or better—for most video, the next challenge to be overcome for streaming is latency. New products from HaiVision and W&W Communications aim to bring latency down to the point where streaming becomes tenable for high-speed surveillance apps
How To Convert Videos To Play On The iPhone
18 Jul 2007
Whether you're one of the masses who bought one, or just need to deliver content to people who have, getting video on the iPhone isn't quite as simple as it looks. Here’s are some tips on how to create videos that can play on the new device.
Wed., July 18, by Tim Siglin
Net Radio Deadline Looms (Again)
03 Jul 2007
Retroactive royalties kick in on July 15 timetable will trigger retroactive royalties, and recent hearings indicate Congress won’t intervene. But all hope is not lost, as royalty rate could still be overturned.
Tues., July 3, by Tim Siglin
Adobe’s Visual Communicator 3 Integrates with Flash Media Server
25 Jun 2007
New version of Serious Magic’s flagship product adds multicamera preview and seamless Flash Video output at a reduced price.Mon., June 25, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: Apple iPhone—A Browser’s Best Friend or Streaming Engine?
19 Jun 2007
Apple realized they needed to allow third-party apps on the iPhone, and they finally heeded the call for a software development kit. And—surprise, surprise—it’s called Safari.
Tues., June 19, by Tim Siglin
Akamai Monitoring Tool Becomes Marketing Magnet
12 Jun 2007
Akamai's internet monitoring tool shows both the big picture-the ebb and flow of net traffic in general-as well as a close-up on media content usage.
Tues., June 12, by Tim Siglin
Immersive Media Maps Streaming's Future
01 Jun 2007
Technology players like Immersive Media are integrating streaming content into practical, everyday-use online products such as Google Maps’ new street-level views.
Friday, June 1, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Gives Tennis and More A Sporting Chance to Generate More Revenue
25 May 2007
The business of streaming sports is alive, well, and pushing the technology and business envelope, as MLB Advanced Media partners with The Tennis Channel and upstart Marshall Media pushes the video quality envelope.
Fri., May 25, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: SM East 2007—More Substance, Less Hype
20 May 2007
The show floor at the New York Hilton—bursting at the seams with exhibitors and attendees—buzzed with spirited discussions about Flash, Silverlight, citizen journalism, user-generated content, and the state of the industry.
Sun., May 20, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East 2007: What’s Next for Online Video Advertising?
17 May 2007
The final panel of the show—which topped 3,400 registered attendees, a 25% increase over 2006—focused on one of the most contentious issues facing the media and entertainment sector: Just what kind of advertising works best?
Thurs., May 17, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East 2007: For The New York Times, Video Now Just as Important as Print
16 May 2007
Keynote by The Grey Lady’s Martin Nisenholtz reiterates Times is in the journalism business, and video is now part of that business, even for publications with roots in print.
Wed., May 16, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Media East 2007 News Briefs: Microsoft Sees the Light, Sprint Learns its ABCs, and TiVo Finds itself
15 May 2007
While Microsoft showed off Silverlight at the show, Sprint started delivering ABC content for free and TiVo introduced new search capability.
Tues., May 15, by Tim Siglin
CBS Syndication Deals Reveal Seismic Strategy Change
14 May 2007
By pushing content to other sites while gathering content to show through its own distribution channels, CBS is hoping to offer advertisers more bang for the buck as we enter the high-stakes advertising season.
Mon., May 14, by Tim Siglin
Burst Gains Ground for its Patent Validity in Court Battle with Apple
14 May 2007
With the lawsuits filed against Burst.com now through the Markman phase, it appears likely that Apple's best bet will be to settle with the smaller company.
Mon., May 14, by Tim Siglin
Connecting Streaming to the Living Room
08 May 2007
Last week’s Connections 2007 conference in Santa Clara explored “Future Opportunities: The Next Big Thing” for streaming, with a focus on simplifying consumer choices and DRM.
Tues., May 8, by Tim Siglin
Bill Offers Possible Reprieve for Indie Internet Radio
07 May 2007
From Capitol Hill to the hip-hop blogosphere, unlikely allies are coming together to push back against Copyright Royalty Board's modified royalty rate.
Mon., May 7, by Tim Siglin
Head of MPAA Calls for DRM That Allows for "Managed Copying"
25 Apr 2007
MPAA Chairman and CEO Dan Glickman told an industry gathering that the industry "wholeheartedly" supports legitimate copying. Meanwhile, On2 adds DRM to its Flash codec while Amazon plans to offer DRM-free downloads.
Wed., April 25, by Tim Siglin
NAB 2007: Real-Time H.264 Compression Options Abound at NAB
15 Apr 2007
Announcements from Digital Rapids, Envivio, and others continue to push forward the state-of-the-art for traditional, mobile, and net broadcasting.
Sun., April 15, by Tim Siglin
NAB 2007: Apple Expands Production Tools, Now Offers VC-1, Windows Media Video, and Flash Encoding
15 Apr 2007
Even though they weren’t the focus of Apple’s NAB press conference, there are a few key benefits for content streamers in the company’s new Final Cut Studio 2.
Sun., April 15, by Tim Siglin
How to Choose the Best Settings for Delivering Video in Adobe Flash
10 Apr 2007
Flash offers a variety of ways to display video content, each with its own particular benefits and drawbacks. Here are five questions you should ask before you begin encoding.
Wed., April 11, by Tim Siglin
EMI's Rejection of DRM May Help Apple Overcome Its European Woes
03 Apr 2007
EMI deserves a hand for pioneering a return to consumer choice when it comes to the music they download. At the same time, the move may ease some of the pressure Apple is facing in the EU.
Tues., April 3, by Tim Siglin
How to Choose a Video Capture Card
01 Apr 2007
For both live and on-demand content, proper capture is key to successful delivery. Here are the questions you need to ask in order to select the right one for your needs.
Mon., April 2, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Creative Suite 3: New Launch Throws in the Kitchen Sink, Too
27 Mar 2007
With implications for digital video professionals and web developers alike, CS3 offers major updates to just about every Adobe product, including Mac compatibility on almost all of them. Here’s a high-level look at the biggest product launch in the company’s history.
Tues., Mar. 27, by Tim Siglin
NSCA: Sounds Like Streaming
20 Mar 2007
Systems contractor show once again proves that streaming is penetrating traditional analog audio strongholds, with implications that may benefit the entire streaming industry.
New Royalty Schedule May Scuttle Independent Internet Radio
16 Mar 2007
The proposal to implement expensive and retroactive royalties on internet radio stations—and generate millions for SoundExchange—has created a backlash.
Tues., Mar. 13, by Tim Siglin
Linux Streaming Wins Respect in Europe
07 Mar 2007
European Commission awards UK council that created “transparent” system to stream to constituents running Linux.
Wed., Mar. 7, by Tim Siglin
Sports Streaming Organizations Step Up Their Game
26 Feb 2007
Servecast and the Sports Video Group are each hosting or partnering on high-profile industry events to keep pushing sports video as both a broadcast art and a significant revenue stream.
Mon., Feb. 26, by Tim Siglin
Streamticker 2006: The Deals That Reshaped the Online Video Space
15 Feb 2007
Google, Adobe, Vitalstream, and more bring mergers and acquisitions of tech companies back to center stage in the mainstream media
The Perfect Storm: 2006 Media & Entertainment Year in Review
15 Feb 2007
2006 was a turning point for streaming media, but which direction is it headed in now?
This Week in Streaming: New Approaches to Mobile Content
14 Feb 2007
From both the programming and technology sides, announcements from ESPN, Media Excel, and ExpertVillage.com suggest the ways that mobile video is moving to the next level.
Wed., Feb. 14, by Tim Siglin
Digital Rights Management Takes Center Stage
07 Feb 2007
From the unexpected—Steve Jobs coming out in favor of unprotected music—to the absurd—a man sued by the RIAA for downloading a paltry five songs—recent events highlight the fundamental problems with DRM.
Wed., Feb. 7, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: YouTube to Share Revenues—But With Whom?
30 Jan 2007
YouTube's announcement that it will begin some sort of revenue-sharing program opens a Pandora’s Box of legal, ethical, and business questions.
Tues., Jan. 30, by Tim Siglin
The Week In Streaming: MIDEM, MySpace, and More
23 Jan 2007
Announcements from MySpace, Merlin, France Telcom, and a Chinese search engine point towards the future of digital media online.
Wed., Jan. 24, by Tim Siglin
Ericsson Acquires Redback and Hires a Streaming Media Pioneer
17 Jan 2007
A late-2006 acquisition plugs a hole for a service provider and creates a real-world lab for Alan Lippman.
Wed., Jan. 17, by Tim Siglin
HD Streaming Comes on Strong at CES 2007
11 Jan 2007
Not content just to move standard-definition content around the home, consumer electronics companies are pushing HD content delivery to the forefront.
Thurs., Jan. 11, by Tim Siglin
Apple Drops the Computer, Picks up the Phone, and Streams to the Living Room
10 Jan 2007
Steve Jobs's keynote at MacWorld was short on the Mac but long on mobile media and home entertainment, with the announcement of the iPhone and a demo of Apple TV.
Wed., Jan. 10, by Tim Siglin
Streaming Already the Rage at Consumer Electronics Show
08 Jan 2007
SlingMedia, Sony, and Microsoft all announced products or initiatives to free streaming video from the PC and deliver it to other devices, while a portion of the stream of Bill Gates’ keynote was interrupted to protect intellectual property.
Mon., Jan. 8, by Tim Siglin
World Trade Centers Association Hopes Streaming Turns Education into a Revenue Source
20 Dec 2006
Global 100 ties together vendor-sponsored education, streaming capabilities, and market experts for educational initiatives worldwide.
Wed., Dec. 20, by Tim Siglin
Sling Media Slings Content to the Masses
13 Dec 2006
The popularity of the company’s easy-to-use, place-shifting Slingbox continues to grow as consumers look for new ways to control the content they watch.
Wed., Dec. 13, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: Cisco, TI "Go Video"
05 Dec 2006
The big boys are embracing video, and not without warning. But it was the smaller, scrappy players that got them back in the game.
Tues., Dec. 5, by Tim Siglin
Akamai Adds Media Management Tools With Purchase of Nine Systems
28 Nov 2006
In the ever-more-competitive CDN space, the acquisition of Nine Systems—and its Stream OS platform—expands Akamai's media management and publishing capabilities.
Tues., Nov. 28, by Tim Siglin
PS3, Zune, and More Highlight This Black Friday
21 Nov 2006
From game consoles that download to music players that share content wirelessly, the nation’s biggest shopping day of the year is sure to include something for the streamer of your choice.
Tues., Nov. 21, by Tim Siglin
Review: NewTek TriCaster Pro
15 Nov 2006
NewTek’s TriCaster Pro builds on the solid base of the initial TriCaster but adds features that make it worthy of use in a professional environment. The $6,995 price point positions the product well below the price of other all-in-one products currently on the market, most of which have been created by streaming-centric companies. Given NewTek’s background in video, audio, and RGBHV, the TriCaster product line—with a few tweaks—could rival and outdo products of many times its cost.
Review: Grass Valley REV Pro
15 Nov 2006
As an acquisition, editing, and playback format, this newest Iomega mass-storage cartridge has potential, and Grass Valley has done a fine job augmenting Iomega’s product with its own brand of video hardware expertise. The drive and media both performed well; they have a sturdy, rugged feel, and, for an external device, the REV Pro is quiet during operation.
Review: Inlet Technologies Semaphore Pro 2
15 Nov 2006
Semaphore is a positive first step in allowing an average user to accurately assess the quality issues that file-based broadcasting creates. As a standalone product, Semaphore allows for consistent quality control in the field; coupled with FathomPro, Semaphore creates a much more compelling scenario for enhancing mid-sized and large broadcasters’ workflows.
Streams of Thought: Passing It On: Recording (and Consuming) Our Hobbies and Habits
15 Nov 2006
Several sites have sprung up recently that feature consumer-generated, how-to video content, a trend that carries with it deeper social meaning than initially meets the eye. Each of these sites—ViewDo.com, VideoJug.com, and ExpertVillage—have several social drivers in common.
TI Advocates for Moving Transcoding From the Core
09 Nov 2006
Texas Instruments evangelizes just-in-time and point-of-presence transcoding through a new sponsored study from IDC, arguing that it's crucial for the proliferation of video entertainment and the devices that play it.
Thurs., Nov. 9, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: Here Come the Brides
07 Nov 2006
A recent inquiry from a bride-to-be’s mother got me thinking: What could be a better sign that streaming has reached critical mass than webcasting the Big Day?
Wed., Nov. 1, by Tim Siglin
First Look: Adobe Soundbooth
30 Oct 2006
Easier to use than Audition but nearly as powerful, Adobe’s new audio software sets its sights on streaming video producers and Flash developers.
Mon., Oct. 30, by Tim Siglin
Commentary: A Serious Acquisition Creates More Magic for Adobe
25 Oct 2006
Adobe’s recent acquisition of Serious Magic is good news for current Adobe video customers, and bodes well for streaming users. And while Adobe’s thinking about acquisitions, here are some other companies it might be considering.
Wed., Oct. 25, by Tim Siglin
Review: Digital Rapids StreamZ
10 Oct 2006
If your workflow requires both a transcoding and an encoding solution, and speed is paramount, strongly consider putting a StreamZ system on your short list.
Mon., Oct.9, by Tim Siglin
Licensing Sweetens Deal as Google Buys YouTube
10 Oct 2006
YouTube’s deals with Universal and Sony BMG may have been the deal-clincher, as they could help reduce Google’s risk of taking on copyright infringement liability along with the user-video startup.
Tues., Oct. 10, by Tim Siglin
ESPN Shifts Mobile Video Focus
03 Oct 2006
The network shut down Mobile ESPN after only seven months, realizing that customers weren’t willing to make service-provider choices based upon available video content.
Tues., Oct. 3, by Tim Siglin
Adobe Rolls Out Integrated PDF/Flash Products
24 Sep 2006
Adobe puts Macromedia technologies to good use in the recently-released Captivate 2 and Acrobat 8 products.
Sun., Sept. 24, by Tim Siglin
Yes Virginia, There Is a Webcast
18 Sep 2006
A recent symposium showed how streaming helped Virginia claim the title of Forbes’ Best State for Business.
Mon., Sept. 18, by Tim Siglin
Mobile Video in the Spotlight at IBC 2006
14 Sep 2006
This year’s show demonstrates that the mobile video market is maturing rapidly, with an emphasis on DVB-H.
Thurs., Sept. 14, by Tim Siglin
IBC 2006: Is HD Coming, or is it Already Here?
08 Sep 2006
Pre-IBC announcements show flurry of activity in HD streaming and broadcasting space
Fri., Sept. 8, by Tim Siglin
How-To Video Sites Gaining Traction
30 Aug 2006
The appearance of UK-based Videojug.com suggests that the appeal of DIY video is growing, but potential investors in such sites would do well to consider three factors before signing the dotted line.
Wed., Aug. 30, by Tim Siglin
Cisco Solidifies VOD Footprint Through Arroyo Acquisition
22 Aug 2006
Along with the Scientific Atlanta acquisition, the Arroyo deal positions Cisco to be a major player in the video-on-demand market.
Tues., Aug. 22, by Tim Siglin
Nokia’s Loudeye Acquisition Points to New Mobile Business Models
15 Aug 2006
Since it gives Nokia control over encoding, distribution, and devices, it gives the company an end-to-end solution that may free mobile service providers to focus on their core competencies.
Tues., Aug. 15, by Tim Siglin
Telestream adds Popwire Tools to its Product Base
08 Aug 2006
Acquisition solidifies Telestream’s place in the Mac encoding market while positioning both companies to pursue next-generation encoding tools.
Tues., Aug 8, by Tim Siglin
ViewDo.com Helps People Help Themselves
21 Jul 2006
With social networking, advertising, and an eye toward product placement and manufacturer partnerships, this how-to video website has plenty of growth potential.
Tues., July 25, by Tim Siglin
Case Study: Video Interpreter Services at the Alameda County Medical Center
11 Jul 2006
Tandberg and Cisco help non-English-speaking patients get the care they need by providing video communcations technology for interpreters.
Tues., July 11, by Tim Siglin
A Storage Area Network Primer
03 Jul 2006
With the advent of lower-cost drives and ubiquity of 1GB Ethernet connectors, the cost and complexity of creating a storage area network (SAN) is falling. Is a SAN right for you?
Mon., July 3, by Tim Siglin
Parallels Desktop Lets Mac Users Do Windows (Media) Too
27 Jun 2006
New virtual machine tool allows near full-speed access to processors on Intel-based Macs. And, unlike Apple's own Boot Camp beta, it lets users run Windows and OS X at the same time.
The (Small) Business of Streaming Media
20 Jun 2006
When small businesses decide to enter the world of streaming media, the questions are the same as for large businesses: Should I outsource? Do everything in house? Or find a balance?
Tues., June 20, by Tim Siglin
iPodding InfoComm 06
12 Jun 2006
The addition of podcast integration into rich media recording workflows highlighted product upgrades announced by Accordent, Anystream, and Sonic Foundry.
Mon., June 12, by Tim Siglin
Texas Instruments Provides Code Enhancements for DaVinci
09 Jun 2006
DaVinci Technology Development Kit includes bundled codec package and software modules, taking some of the heavy lifting off the shoulders of developers.
Friday, June 9, by Tim Siglin
VitalStream Inserts Eonstreams’ Technology Into Advertising Lineup
30 May 2006
The acquisition not only ends months of speculation about VitalStream’s ad insertion plans and Eonstreams’ future, but also serves as a prime example of the robust growth of a maturing industry.
Tues., May 30, by Tim Siglin
The Changing Digital Music Landscape
16 May 2006
Announcements in the last week by Apple, Loudeye, and MTV show just how fluid the digital music delivery space has become.
Tues., May 16 by Tim Siglin
NAB 2006: Finding the Right Business Models
25 Apr 2006
While the "big three"—subscription/pay-per-view, advertising, and promotional–still dominate, industry leaders at NAB suggest it's time to consider additional approaches.
Tues. April 25, by Tim Siglin
NAB 2006: Streaming Takes Center Stage
24 Apr 2006
Beyond the slew of product announcements that always accompanies the opening of the show, this year’s NAB finds keen interest in streaming throughout the show floor.
Mon. April 24, by Tim Siglin
Gearing Up for NAB
10 Apr 2006
As broadcasters focus more attention on delivering content online, this year’s show promises to be a showcase for streaming media tools.
by Tim Siglin
NSCA 2006: Streaming Invades the Conference Room
27 Mar 2006
The National Systems Contractor Association’s annual Expo has traditionally focused on audio, and analog audio at that. But this year’s show, held earlier this month in Las Vegas, saw streaming products move front and center.
by Tim Siglin
Review: On2 Flix Pro 8 for Flash 8
22 Mar 2006
An easy-to-use interface, myriad output options, and relatively fast transcoding make Flix Pro worth considering.
by Tim Siglin
CeBIT 2006: Americans in Hannover
13 Mar 2006
The world’s largest technology show didn’t disappoint this year, with compelling advances in VoIP, display, and optical storage pointing towards the future.
by Tim Siglin
Company Profile: EonStreams Helps Terrestrial Radio Ads Reach Targeted Online Audiences
26 Feb 2006
Marrying traditional media experience with new-world streaming tools, CEO Steve Newman hopes to help company rebound from loss of Clear Channel.
by Tim Siglin
Moving Beyond Text Search
14 Feb 2006
Even today, video indexing systems are still based on textual search modalities. But if some cutting-edge research projects are any indication, that’s all about to change.
by Tim Siglin
Company Profile: On2 Technologies Pledges Continued Innovation
07 Feb 2006
Despite the unexpected departure last week of CEO Doug McIntyre, On2 continues to search for the ever-elusive low bit-rate, low processor-power sweet spot.
by Tim Siglin
Commentary: The Year of Video Search
24 Jan 2006
Google Video and the AOL/Truveo deal aren’t the only reasons why video search could take off in 2006. Other vendors like Accordent, Sonic Foundry, and Pictron are poised to step up their search game, too.
by Tim Siglin
H.264 Moves to Center Stage in 2006
11 Jan 2006
The huge iPod Video sales numbers released by Apple at Macworld this week tell only part of the story, as H.264 takes hold for good.
by Tim Siglin
Video iPod Sales Growth Portends Big Things for Streaming Media in 2006
03 Jan 2006
Apple’s latest success story might be just the key to open up the floodgates to the mobile streaming industry we’ve all been hoping for.
by Tim Siglin
Review: CNN Pipeline
20 Dec 2005
Despite a few quirks, the network's new broadband video service is a news junkie's dream.
by Tim Siglin
Streaming for Holiday Travel
14 Dec 2005
Whether planning to go somewhere exotic or mundane this season, more and more travelers check out the online views and reviews first, opening up new opportunities for Web sites to capitalize on the power of streaming video and audio.
by Tim Siglin
Adobe Completes Macromedia Acquisition
06 Dec 2005
The April announcement of the deal paved way for speculation on how Adobe would leverage Macromedia’s Web and interactivity tools. With word that the acquisition is now complete comes a clearer, though somewhat surprising, picture of what the future may hold.
by Tim Siglin
Schooled in Streaming
29 Nov 2005
Homeschoolers are embracing streaming in growing numbers, just as they embraced the Internet in the mid- to late-1990s, presenting significant revenue opportunities for content providers.
by Tim Siglin
Streaming in the Worship Market
15 Nov 2005
It’s only natural that churches, synagogues, mosques, and other religious institutions would make the leap to streaming, podcasts, and other online delivery methods. In doing so, they both support their congregants and expand their reach.
by Tim Siglin
An Education in Streaming: Educause 2005
25 Oct 2005
From Blackboard integration to podcasts, rich media recording companies offer new options as they vie for the academic market’s dollars.
by Tim Siglin
Commentary: Streaming Matters
18 Oct 2005
Many of us maintain that streaming is a delivery tool, not an industry unto itself. But recent developments suggest that perhaps it’s time to reevaluate our perceptions.
by Tim Siglin
Flash 8 Video: Flash in the Pan or Serious Contender?
11 Oct 2005
With improvements in quality and On2's aggressive marketing of its encoding tools, Flash 8 may be set to compete with Windows Media and other formats.
by Tim Siglin
Texas Instruments Joins the Video Fray—Again
27 Sep 2005
Introduction of DaVinci could move TI to a dominant position across entire video acquisition and delivery chain.
Case Study: Pickin’ for Donations
13 Sep 2005
The streaming community responded to Hurricane Katrina in ways big and small. In Kingsport, Tennessee, a bluegrass concert turned into a fundraiser, with digital media helping to get the word out.
Multiple Delivery Mechanisms for Streaming
03 Aug 2005
P2P, personal area networks, and progressive layering of downloads are just a few of the mechanisms that will ensure streaming's success in the future.
Brave New Interfaces
20 Jul 2005
By taking a cue from video games, the next generation of interfaces will give users new choices in what they watch.
Analysis: EU Issues Paper Threatens Internet Expression Worldwide
13 Jul 2005
By suggesting that a version of the “fairness doctrine” be applied to the Web, proposed European Union regulations undercut the very nature of Internet communication.
Supreme Advice on Peer-to-Peer
30 Jun 2005
The court’s ruling in the MGM v. Grokster case is good news for “legit” P2P media delivery, says Kontiki’s Stuart Clearly.
A Tale of Two Shows: Supercomm and Infocomm
15 Jun 2005
If there was any doubt that streaming is now everywhere, a walk around either of these trade shows quickly dispelled that notion.
Looking into the Crystal Ball: The Future of Open-Standard Internet Video
01 Jun 2005
At Streaming Media East last month, three industry experts took a look into the crystal ball, and reached different conclusions regarding whether the standards-based H.264 or Microsoft’s proprietary VC1 will win out.
Streaming Media East 2005: From the Show Floor
25 May 2005
The exhibit booths and demonstrations at the recent Streaming Media East 2005 show revealed vendors and attendees bursting with excitement about the streaming industry.
Commentary: Macromedia Acquisition Solidifies Adobe’s Position
04 May 2005
As the love fades from Adobe’s relationship with Apple, Macromedia’s Web development and video products could give the company a leg up in the creative tools war.
NAB 2005: Feet Don’t Fail Me Now
27 Apr 2005
With a larger provider presence, smaller hardware, and more buzz about VC-1 and H.264, NAB has become a must-visit show.
Akamai-Speedera: The Industry Responds
06 Apr 2005
Consolidation may be an unavoidable consequence of the streaming industry’s growth, but it could also prove a boon to smaller providers.
Raising the Video Streaming Quality Bar
23 Mar 2005
Joe Kane's Digital Video Essentials Professional is designed to help A/V pros calibrate displays. Along the way, it so happens that he’s helping increase the quality of Windows Media and H.264 for the entire streaming industry.
Microsoft Settles Burst.com Lawsuit
14 Mar 2005
The $60 million settlement fee is lower than many had expected, and the agreement may make it difficult for Burst to pursue future licenses.
The Sound of Things to Come
02 Mar 2005
Streaming audio is the next frontier for home sound systems. Three manufacturers showed off their solutions last week at the Electronic Home Expo in Orlando.
Commentary: Napster to Go -- Do Hedged Bets Equal Innovation?
23 Feb 2005
Napster’s new "Napster to Go"—the latest round in the "subscribe vs. buy" online music argument—suggests that, Super Bowl ads aside, the debate’s really over.
Ultra Wideband Technology Holds Promise for Streaming
16 Feb 2005
Ultra wideband technology succeeds where 802.11b fails, handling multiple simultaneous transmissions across a wide band of frequences.
News Analysis: Too Much, Too Soon?
19 Jan 2005
As Optibase shifts its focus back to network and streaming products, whither Media 100? It's a stark switch from the compay's public stance six months ago.
H.264 Begins Its Ascent
05 Jan 2005
To quote Mark Twain, reports of the codec's demise are premature. If anything, H.264 is just beginning to gain traction.
Videophones, Round 3: Finally as easy as picking up the phone?
15 Dec 2004
A batch of recent announcements and upcoming CES product announcements suggest that videophones just might be ready for their closeup.
Streaming Helps AV Industry Eliminate Cable Clutter
30 Nov 2004
Now’s the time for savvy manufacturers to take advantage of the growing convergence of traditional analog audio-visual gear and IP-based devices.
Commentary: Are We There Yet?
17 Nov 2004
We shouldn’t be thinking about creating a "streaming industry" anymore. Rather, we should focus on all the vertical markets for which streaming can provide solutions. A look at streaming’s past offers lessons for the future.
H.264 Video Prepares MPEG-4 For Prime Time
24 Mar 2004
As broadcasters shift from tape- to disk-based digital acquisition, editing, and transmission systems, MPEG-4 system vendors’ products can gain significant market share against MPEG-2. Adoption will depend on several factors, such as de-mystifying H.264 and its availability as a codec within MPEG-4.
IBC 2003 Streaming Products Wrap-Up
24 Sep 2003
The broadcast and streaming worlds are rapidly becoming one entity, if product announcements and show-floor buzz at IBC2003 are any indication. Tim Siglin gives an overview of interesting pre-launch and shipping products demonstrated at the show.