July 27, 2016

Online Video News

OTT Video Revenue to Swell to $65 Billion Worldwide by 2021

Subscription services currently make up the largest share of online video revenues, but advertising-based services will take the lead by 2020.

Olympics a Challenge for Cord-Cutters; Is Netflix the Answer?

Call it a pipe dream, but nearly one-third of Americans would like to watch Summer Olympics video live on Netflix. Does SVOD have a future with the IOC?

Featured Articles

North American Transit Pricing From Major Providers Down 10%

Based on original research, we find that North American transit pricing is down. AT&T is by far the most expensive, with all others in a similar range.

Short Cuts

Video: How Do You Achieve Consistent Quality for VOD?

V-Factor Technologies' Jeremy Bennington explains how to test for and ensure consistent quality in VOD delivery within each encoding profile.

Video: AVOD vs. SVOD: Which Delivery Model is Right for You?

MP & Silva's William Mao discusses the pros and cons of opting for an ad-based VOD model vs. building a subscription service.

Future in Focus

Forget the Hype: The Future of Television Isn’t What You Think

Over-the-air broadcast isn't going away, cord-cutters will remain a minority, and millennials subscribe to pay TV services just as much as any other group does. But here's what will change.

Industry News

DTS Announces New DTS:X Tools for Content Professionals

DTS:X Encoder and DTS:X MediaPlayer enable cutting edge immersive audio stream creation for Blu-ray Disc, Ultra HD Blu-ray, and file-based and streaming media

Simian Extends 360º/VR Video Support All Platforms

Creative companies can now present and market 360/VR video on any platform, including iOS.

Triveni Digital to Share Expertise on MPEG-2 Transport Stream Technology at SBE Chapter Meeting in Phoenix

BIGVU Launches Video Prompter App for Mobile Reporters

With BIGVU, anyone with a smartphone can be a professional news anchor