July 28, 2025

Short Cuts

How Meta Transcodes Video in the Cloud

When it comes to transcoding video at an operation like what Meta offers, given scale and the complex array of different targets and scenarios, there's no simple answer to how Meta approaches cloud transcoding. But Meta Technical Program Manager Hassene Tmar guides viewers through the Meta video journey and decisions made around software, hardware, compression efficiency, codecs, and more in this conversation with Streaming Media 2025 Conference Chair Andy Beach at the latest Streaming Media Connect.

Blog

No Weak Links: Security for Streaming and Remote Production

Traditional broadcast architectures had a large, air-conditioned room in the middle of the building, which contained all the equipment. Getting in there required passing through several security checks. Software-defined architectures and IP connectivity turns this model on its head, with creation, processing and control sited where you need it as a business, not where the hardware tells you.

10 Questions to Ask a Data Provider for Advanced TV Success

With advertisers of all shapes and sizes entering the Advanced TV space, it's important to have a strong understanding of what it takes to properly apply third-party data and audiences to modern TV buys. This data utility guide outlines questions to ask data providers before activating your next, or first, ATV campaign.

Industry News

Witbe to Launch Agentic AI Test Automation Platform at IBC 2025

Industry’s First Agent-Native Automation System for Scalable Video Monitoring and Testing Across Real Devices

Witbe Brings Next-Level Test Automation to IBC 2025: Agentic AI Takes Center Stage

As the broadcast and streaming landscape evolves, providers are under pressure to deliver pristine quality at scale, faster than ever. Viewers now expect seamless playback across every device - whether it’s the latest smart TV, mobile phone, or legacy set

MK.IO Surpasses 500 Global Customers on Self-Serve Video Streaming Platform

MediaKind announced that MK.IO, its self-serve cloud video streaming platform, has surpassed 500 active customers worldwide within two years of launch.

RMC BFM Group selects Bitmovin’s Player to power unified streaming across digital platforms

Bitmovin, announced that RMC BFM Group, one of France’s largest private media companies, has selected Bitmovin’s Player to unify and optimize its video playback experience across its digital platforms.

Quickplay, Caretta Research, Dalet, Evergent and Twelve Labs Announce the Return of IBC Pride Happy Hour

Quickplay, Caretta Research, Dalet, Evergent, and Twelve Labs are delighted to announce that the highly popular IBC Pride Happy Hour will make its return to IBC on Friday 12th September