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The stage was set at the NAB Show 2024. Hundreds of products battled for supremacy in the ever-evolving streaming video arena. Tensions were high as the industry's elite judging panel meticulously evaluated each offering. Then, a true champion emerged from the fray. Vimond's VIA App Builder captivated the experts with a perfect fusion of power and elegance. Features that dazzled: - Lightning-fast development capabilities that make deploying streaming services across devices a mere formality. - An interface so intuitive even a novice could wield its might. - Unparalleled content management that monetises like never before. In an epic clash of innovation, the VIA App Builder reigned supreme – conquering the "Next TV" category to seize the coveted Best of Show honour. A thousand competitors stood in awe. This was more than just an award. It was a statement of Vimond's unwavering commitment to streamlining video streaming for the modern era. An undisputed mark of quality that will shatter industry conventions. The victory horn has sounded. All others have been put on notice. Brace yourselves for the VIA App Builder's continued dominance, as it leads content creators to a new era of broadcast supremacy. https://lnkd.in/gssvefKG

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STREAMING BUNDLES: Is the cable box making a comeback!? Subscriber churn remains an issue for SVOD services – 42% of US streaming subscribers report that they “'regularly subscribe, cancel and resubscribe,” according to Ampere’s Media Consumer survey covering 1Q24. But bundling streaming services can have a significant impact on mitigating the issue. Ampere cites Disney subscribers as an example: Consumers who had previously churned and then returned to take the Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+ bundle are 59% less likely to churn within 12 months than those who take Disney+ alone, based on 1Q23 sign-ups. Ampere also found that US resubscribers skew younger (aged 18-44), are more likely to be in family households, and are typically avid media consumers. And with that wide media diet, the cohort is 40% more likely than average to exhibit signs of subscription fatigue and 21% more likely to desire unified access to content across different services. Which makes bundles, Ampere concludes, a key strategy in subscriber retention. The cable box is making a comeback! This time, it's on your mobile device$!

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INSIGHT of the week: bundling now done directly by OTT content providers We had seen distributors like Verizon (US), Free (France) bundle OTT services together at aggressive rate. Today Disney and WBD have decided to bundle their services together. We already had Disney bundling Disney+ with Hulu+ and ESPN+, it now moves the needle with MAX. Question will be: what is the added value of pay TV distribution if the bundle can be done without them? Maria Rua Aguete Magnus Svensson Andreas Waltenspiel Colin Dixon https://lnkd.in/g_VjNi-6

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Step 1: learn the pronunciation of Qiddiya (it’s kuh-DEE-yuh). Step 2: provide the voice for their worldwide rollout spot https://lnkd.in/gp5wfMjF Props to the gang at VoiceoverLA!

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📺 The Battle for Your TV Screen: The OS Wars! TVREV's latest report dives deep into the high-stakes world of smart TV operating systems. As streaming becomes dominant, control over the TV's interface is the next frontier. The stakes are HIGH – controlling the OS means dictating viewer interaction, gatekeeping content, reaping variable kinds of ad revenues, and harnessing viewer data. The OS Wars are being fought globally by three main groups: 1. Home Electronics Manufacturers (Samsung, LG, VIZIO) 2. Internet Giants (Google, Amazon, Apple) 3. Independent & local TV OS Makers (ZEASN's whaleOS, Xperi's TiVO) According to the report, what makes a great TV OS? Some 🔑 factors: 🔹 Responsiveness & speed 🔹 Natural language voice search 🔹 Personalized content discovery 🔹 Integration with smart home features 🔹 Innovative ad formats 👑 One thing is for sure: the company that can best navigate the complex landscape of content, data, and user experience will have a major advantage in the living room of the future. Download The Report 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/ek8yTYAT #TVOSWars #StreamingWars #ConnectedTV #SmartTV #IPTV #Broadcast #Television

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The Future of Streaming: Netflix, Apple TV, and Peacock Join Forces with Comcast Discover the latest power move in the streaming world as Netflix, Apple TV, and Peacock team up to offer a combined service through Comcast. Is this the new era of cable? Find out everything you need to know about this upcoming streaming sensation. #NetflixAppleTVPeacock #StreamingService #CableAlternative #ComcastXfinity #FutureOfStreaming #EntertainmentNews #DigitalStreaming #CordCutting #StreamingSensation #TechUpdates

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The streaming landscape is evolving at a breakneck pace, and it's interesting to see how industry leaders envision its future. The recent NY Times article, "The Future of Streaming (According to the Moguls Figuring It Out)," https://lnkd.in/gTRq3eZ2, dives into the minds of top media executives to predict who will survive, die, thrive, and how they'll do it. As we all know, for those of us in the media and entertainment sectors, staying abreast of these trends is crucial for shaping our strategies and ensuring long-term success. Is Peak TV over? Are we past the second golden age of content? And how does sports fit into all of this?

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Having a Personalised UX is one of the many ways to engage with and increase user dwell time. At IBC our streaming experts are looking forward to demoing features that are aimed to help you hit your business KPI’s.

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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

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This is a buzzy article about the titans who lead the streaming companies. By the way, they are all white men, which is sort of odd in 2024. Anyhoo - some interesting takeaways for us as consumers or people selling into the streaming universe, which is all traditional TV is now. 1. 200 million is the new number. That's the number of subscribers needed to run a profitable service. Netflix, Prime, and Disney are there. 2. Ads are growing - and probably the only way to make TV work long-term. 3. The HBO model of critical successes that makes you want to pay - is declining. It's all about weekly/monthly engagement. 4. So - with that in mind. You need sports. 5. You need shows that don't win awards but are great light entertainment. 6. When the shakeout is done, all anyone knows is Netflix will be the king of the mountain. For us Canadians, it seems clear - for originals, it's highly local stuff that can scale globally, and it better be cheap. (Squid Games is the #1 show on Netflix ever - and it didn't come from the LA system). Or we can be a great branch plant economy for Hollywood—which we already are—with skilled technicians and lower overall costs. And if you care about English Canadian culture - I wonder whether something more radical is in order. No matter how well-meaning or skilled commissioners are at Bell, Rogers Communications, CBC or what's left of Corus Entertainment you can't afford many new shows. And you only get hits by making lots of shows. One radical idea - how about providing a creators fund? - similar to what Tik Tok or Youtube have offered in the past. If you're a Canadian citizen or permanent resident here's a $5000 grant to make stuff this year and try to make a go of it. If the IP goes anywhere here's a higher tier - say $20,000 - to develop it with a Canadian producer to try and sell it somewhere. We need to move to guerrilla tactics in the content wars. We ain't making aircraft carriers and ICBMS in Canada. #streaming #tv #cancon https://lnkd.in/giS__uhY

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#The #broadcasting landscape is evolving, and Cinegy is at the forefront with advanced #cloud solutions. Whether it's managing multiple channels or optimizing entire workflows, our technology simplifies broadcasting in the cloud. Learn how our #software is driving innovation in the industry: https://bit.ly/3wXAPYo #SoftwareDefinedTelevision #CloudSolutions #BroadcastTechnology #broadcast

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"Cable TV-style streaming bundling" Comcast, the No. 2 (and once No. 1) cable TV in the U.S., has turned to streaming as a way out of the crisis. You're offering a discounted streaming bundle to Xumo internet subscribers (TV). Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said at an event that internet subscribers can now get discounts on core streaming, including "Peacock, AppleTV+, and Netflix. Comcast called this product "Streamsaver". But now that the viewing trend has shifted to streaming, the product could be a "cable saver." Of course, bundles are also important for streaming providers, who can only compete with Netflix if they band together. The timing of the service is also exquisite. At the end of July, when Peacock will be broadcasting the Paris Olympics, Stream Saver will also be launching. #Comcast, #streaming #netflix #peacock #cable TV #directmedialab https://lnkd.in/dggG68HX

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Evernote has added three features to make note-taking and journaling much easier, plus an improvement to the mobile app. https://lnkd.in/gvMwBsqe @evernote #productivity #evernoteexpert #evernotetips #notetaking

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📺 Apple will introduce a new version of its streaming television operating system, tvOS 18, later this year, featuring character-driven data and a dialogue enhancer. 🎬 The new feature, InSight, allows streamers to see timely updates about actors, characters, and music offered through Apple TV Plus content, integrating directly with other Apple services like Apple Music. 🗣️ Enhanced Dialogue will utilize machine learning and computational audio to deliver greater vocal clarity over music, action, and background noise on various devices including Apple TV 4K, HomePod, iPhones, and iPads. 🌍 Other features in tvOS 18 include smarter subtitles, updated screen savers, a revamped Apple Fitness Plus app, better integration with smart home devices, support for 21:9 aspect ratio videos on projectors, and improvements to FaceTime and Continuity Camera for video conferencing. #svod #ai #apple #tv https://lnkd.in/eAgubRGC

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