May 06, 2015

Online Video News

Brightcove Highlights Product Enhancements at Play Conference

A variety of improvements let publishers better manage and monetize their content on desktops, mobile devices, and set-top boxes.

Ramp Debuts Solution for Multicast Enterprise Customers

Silverlight support might be ending, but enterprises that rely on it for multicast now have an option that uses existing video systems.

VITEC Aces HEVC

Company serves today's market by focusing on 1080p with its MGW ACE, builds for tomorrow with an eye towards 4K

Vice Talks Cable TV Programming at Brief NewFront Presentation

Shane Smith interrupted the party to preview several new cable TV shows, but didn't offer details on the channel itself.

Featured Articles

Creating a Consistent Branded Interface When Using JW Player

The main reason to step up from free alternatives such as YouTube is to create a custom look. Here's how to achieve it with JW Player.

Pros and Cons of Running a Live Video Workflow in the Enterprise

Sure, there's a fully staffed IT department ready to assist within an enterprise, but getting on their schedule isn't always easy.

Video Creators Look for Piracy Solutions to Protect Breakout Hits

Online video services are defined by their original series, which win awards and attract viewers, but how do they keep those hits off illegal sharing sites?

YouTube, On2, and the Economics of Ultra HD: Tallying the Costs

Why did Google purchase On2 Technologies back in 2010? Because encoding and streaming VP9 video is saving it tens of millions each year.

Industry News

Arris and TiVo Partner to Bring TiVo Experience to Arris Customers

Partnership combines TiVo software with Arris CPE for best-of-breed video delivery

Parks Associates Launches OTT Video Market Tracker at INTX

75% of North American OTT video service providers use subscription-based business model

Fullscreen Acquires McBeard Media

Social Media Studio Further Strengthens Fullscreen’s Leadership in Custom Content Production and Distribution

Sling TV Launches Latino Add-On Packs

Viewers can add Spanish-language sports and entertainment programming to “Best of Live TV” core package