Lightware UBEX enables uncompressed 4K60 extension with 0.01ms latency

The UBEX system addresses the high-bandwidth requirements of professional live events and control rooms by eliminating the trade-off between image quality and latency. By using an FPGA-based design and 10G infrastructure, it provides a stable alternative to traditional matrix switchers for uncompressed 4K delivery. As the streaming and broadcast sectors increasingly migrate toward AV-over-IP, the ability to maintain 0.01 ms latency while supporting redundant failover paths becomes a critical requirement for Tier-1 production environments. Watch for increased adoption in the esports and medical sectors, where uncompressed real-time feedback is mandatory for operational safety and competitive integrity.

The professional AV-over-IP market is experiencing rapid expansion as 10G infrastructure becomes the baseline for high-performance installations. According to data from Growth Market Reports in October 2025, the global market for SDVoE-compatible 4K60 over 10GbE reached $1.42 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.7% through 2033. This growth is driven by the convergence of AV and IT networks and the rising demand for uncompressed, zero-latency video in corporate and healthcare verticals. Industry competition remains concentrated around the 10Gbps architecture. At InfoComm 2026 in June, the SDVoE Alliance highlighted its 'Power of 10' initiative, emphasizing that 10G Ethernet is essential for delivering the image quality required for esports and medical imaging. Meanwhile, Lightware has maintained its market presence by securing industry recognition; the company received the Pro AV Best in Market Award in October 2024 for its UBEX and Taurus TPN solutions, which were cited for their impact on the 10G signal management landscape. Broader market trends indicate a move toward more flexible, software-defined hardware. Per Mordor Intelligence in August 2026, the professional AV systems market is estimated to reach $308.23 billion in 2026, with the 'Capture and Production' segment leading revenue shares. This shift favors versatile hardware like UBEX, which can be reconfigured as a transceiver or transmitter, allowing rental and staging firms to reduce inventory costs while meeting high-resolution 4K/8K requirements for immersive and hybrid environments. To further streamline these complex setups, firms are increasingly adopting broadcast IP network management tools to simplify configuration.