James Holding

This has had so much traction.... read the new one https://lnkd.in/esS2e-Gu #contentstrategy #contentmonetization #fastchannels #youtube #monetization #fast #ctv #streamingmedia #streamingtv #broadcasting #adtech

1

YouTube Is a $455 Billion Media Giant Hiding in Plain Sight * Potential value may eclipse streaming peers such as Netflix * Separating part of YouTube could boost Google shares: Needham YouTube has a dominant and growing share in streaming, as consumers shift away from broadcast and cable Investors attach a $2.3 trillion valuation to Alphabet Inc. for its status as an internet search behemoth and AI innovator. Yet even that massive figure underplays YouTube’s true worth, according to analysts at Needham & Co. The streaming unit is one of the world’s most valuable media companies and worth at least $455 billion on its own, Needham’s Laura Martin and Dan Medina wrote in a July 3 note. That’s more than 50% above Netflix Inc.’s market cap. https://lnkd.in/eesPngKJ

8

2 Comments

Paris 2024 will be the first edition of the Games to trial an AI-powered end-to-end 8K livestreaming system from OBS into an 8K HDR, 60-frames-per-second (FPS) stream in milliseconds to CTV devices around the world #Paris24

3

My contribution to the latest Broadcast Tech magazine on their article "How to cope with a break in the cloud" is out now. Things break. Sometimes without obvious reason. It's how you recover that matters. Your strategy has to be right. "The Cloud" has delivered so many opportunities in M+E over the past decade but remembering what the cloud actually is, has to be at the forefront of your mind when relying on it in within your business. #cloudstrategy #breakinthecloud #resilience

74

5 Comments

Firefox recently added support for AV1 in Encrypted Media Extensions, meaning AV1+DRM is now supported in all major browsers! The barriers to adopting AV1 are falling and there's never been a better time to get started. Check out our post for more details, along with other recent AV1 updates for Android and iPad. https://okt.to/j64rmN #Firefox #AV1 #Android

11

Interested in learning how our Ultrix Hyperconverged Solution is helping our customers simplify their productions? Check out the link below!

7

https://lnkd.in/dtJPaEb2 With network upfronts coming next week I thought I would share a post from my blog “Revenge of the Masked Scheduler” which takes you behind the scenes to the room where it happens….the scheduling room. Different world now. maskedscheduler.com

2

1 Comment

Customer feedback and reception have been overwhelmingly positive since we launched our Gen-IC Cloud Intercom service at the start of the year. Transitioning production workflows from on-premises to cloud-based tools is not always smooth, and getting crews and personnel fluent with new systems can come with many teething challenges. However, one of the main pieces of customer feedback we get is how intuitive Gen-IC is to use especially with the self-serve SkyPort portal. Moreover, the users of the system continue to work with the same virtual clients or physical panels (hybrid systems) that they have come to love for many years. This results in much lower deployment costs as no user training is required. Gen-IC is our first product venture into managed cloud services, and it’s hugely rewarding to hear that it is enabling our customers to save time and money, making productions as efficient as possible. Read more in this InBroadcast write-up Phillip Izzard: https://lnkd.in/eKTDUWGK

32

1 Comment

Pay-TV providers face tough competition from #Streaming services as viewers continue to change how they consume #Video content. With a notable slowdown in the growth of global pay-TV subscriptions over the past few years and declining Average Revenue Per Subscriber (ARPU), #VideoEntertainment operators require new approaches. Are you wondering how you can stay connected with your audience and win in this competitive market? Download our newest e-book for actionable strategies for improving your operations and boosting your video services now! #Irdeto #Cybersecurity #Security #OTT

1

New episode of NicEye Tech News Corner is out! 🔥 I used futuristic artificial intelligence tools 🤖 to create the news anchors for each editions. 🧠 Don't you think it's very realistic? 🙃 #technology #tech #innovation

9

Harsh but true - Check out my view on this https://lnkd.in/esS2e-Gu #fastchannels #fast #adtech #programmatic #ctv #streamingmedia

5

Everywhere the broadcast landscape is shifting inexorably from linear to digital and with it the nature of the distribution infrastructure from over the air to internet. But the UK is a beacon in continuing to want to enshrine universal access to public broadcast channels from the BBC, ITV and others. The report points out that even though Digital Terrestrial and satellite delivered households are declining, the resilience of live TV as a shared cultural experience for key moments such as cultural and sporting events has not gone away. While every household in the UK has the right to ‘decent affordable’ internet connection of at least 10 Mbit/s this would be put under strain if there were a sudden switchover to IP. Without greater advances in compression, superfast broadband speed (30 Mbit/s) is more likely to provide a reliable viewing experience but that will cost capital investment. Ofcom point out that if investment or technology advance is not forthcoming then broadband speeds would not be sufficient for a reliable IPTV viewing experience making any imminent abandonment of DTT unlikely. So how the country transitions to a future of increased reliance on broadband networks for video streaming while ensuring availability for all will be a complex decision – and one where technical considerations will likely not be the only factors at play. #DTT #NextGenTV #IPStreaming #Freeview #Freesat https://lnkd.in/e3Gr4swP

7

🎉 BIG NEWS at IBC 2024! 🎉 We’re thrilled to unveil Zixi's latest ground-breaking features at IBC 2024! 🎉 💥 Live demos, hands-on experiences, and exclusive insights await you at Stand #5.A85! >Upstream Metadata Tracking Capture protocol metrics and system metrics from previous network hops. Helping to pinpoint where issues have been introduced.   >Reduced stream bitrate without transcoding on congested networks​ Dynamic bitrate adjusting without transcode, to suit available network bandwidth.   >Seamless switching between inputs Switching between streams in compressed IP without any disruption to output IP stream and downstream decoders.   >IDP Incident Prediction​ Increased accuracy of incident prediction, now highlighting incidents that will become “severe”.   >SCTE-224 / ESNI Schedule-based Switching​ Support for scheduling and program substitution switching via the SCTE-224 standard, also known as ESNI (Event Scheduling Notification Interface). Ideal for switching targets to an alternate Channel for alternate content or blackout   Alternate Path Switching ​ >Alternate Path configuration failover for disaster recovery, maintenance windows, multi-cloud environments etc and many more!   IBC 2024 (13-16 Sept) RAI Amsterdam, Hall Number 5, Stand A.85 Stream without limits, broadcast without boundaries ONLY with Zixi!

36

1 Comment

Amazon's AI Generator Tool Can Now Create Audio Ads

1

💬 In today’s digital landscape, affiliates and micro-influencers are essential for content distribution, offering a way to reach audiences where they’re already engaged. At Recast, we’ve built a model that rewards users who share content, creating a powerful incentive to drive engagement and expand reach. By linking monetisation with affiliates, we allow content creators to unlock additional revenue streams with minimal effort. Affiliates and even casual fans who share links can earn a percentage of each transaction made through their referral, turning content sharing into a profitable opportunity. This isn’t just a bonus feature—it’s a cornerstone of how we envision the future of content monetisation: one that’s collaborative, fair, and accessible. The future of media is here, and it’s powered by those who believe in the content they share. And this isn’t just the future—it’s happening now. Recent events using the Recast wallet have shown significant transactions and revenue growth for content owners through our built-in affiliate sharing model. We allow you to take your content to where the audience is, and everyone wins. Get in touch to learn more. #AffiliateMarketing #ContentCreation #Monetisation #Recast #DigitalInnovation

8

1 Comment

I had a fantastic conversation with Michael Shields, exploring how anime isn’t just a genre but a powerful storytelling medium. We discussed Crunchyroll, our passionate fanbase, and how anime shapes and connects cultures globally. #anime #cruncyhroll #sonypictures #storytelling #DigitalMedia #NextinMedia

63

2 Comments

Every company founder has a story to tell, and in the case of the Connected TV Marketing Association, there’s quite a tale to tell. In ‘Beam Me Up, The Future of Smart TV - Battle for Control' (Ch 7), I share with readers the 7 year legal battle and fight to control the CTVMA during the global streaming wars. For those of you who don’t know, there were over a hundred people involved in our foundation, and many of whom are prominent, well known, leading industry figures in entertainment, business, broadcasting, advertising and finance, who will all receive special mentions in my upcoming book #StreamingWars 💣

5

Great article by Jan Ozer on what the video codec landscape looks like in 2024. Overview on video codec efficiency, cost, usage and more. #videocodecs #streamingvideo #streamingmedia #broadcast

3