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Leader and PHABRIX will showcase their latest test and measurement solutions at IBC 2026, including the LPX500 hybrid 100G-IP and 12G-SDI monitoring system. The demonstration will also feature the ZEN-W series waveform monitors and the LT4670 sync pulse generator for PTP and SDI timing synchronization.
Broadcasters are increasingly adopting traffic engineering and SDN controllers to manage high-bitrate ST 2110 flows in live production environments. This shift moves networks away from best-effort ECMP routing to provide deterministic performance, prevent microburst-related congestion, and ensure physical path isolation for ST 2022-7 redundancy.
The Broadcast Bridge has released a technical guide as part of its 'Broadcast Standards 2026' series, detailing the architecture and application of various media container formats including ISOBMFF, MPEG-4, and AES31. The resource aims to assist broadcast and streaming professionals in selecting appropriate containers for production, distribution, and metadata management.
Riedel Communications is showcasing an end-to-end IP production workflow at IBC 2026, featuring SMPTE ST 2110-capable servers for its SimplyLive Production Suite Flex. The company is also introducing 5G-filtered hardware for its Bolero wireless intercom line and the new StageLink NSA008-A adapter for decentralized audio connectivity.
The IBC 2026 Ignite Stage will host 27 sessions focused on the broadcast industry's transition to software-based workflows and IP infrastructure. The program addresses critical industry challenges including the engineering skills gap, the impact of generative AI on production, and initiatives for workforce representation.
Lawo is set to showcase its software-based Dynamic Media Facility approach and the European debut of its Edge One connectivity platform at IBC 2026. The company is also collaborating with Grass Valley to validate orchestration between their respective platforms using SMPTE ST 2110 standards.
Appear is launching the ECx400 compression module for its X10 and X20 platforms, featuring support for JPEG XS, AVC, and HEVC with integrated Dolby Atmos and AC-4 capabilities. Additionally, the company is introducing VX Platform software updates to improve hybrid ground-to-cloud workflows through automated SRT output discovery and cloud-agnostic deployment.
Solid State Logic is expanding its System T platform with new software-defined production tools, including MXL support for its Virtual Tempest Engine to align with EBU standards. The company also debuted the compact µVTE and a high-capacity ST 2110 Bridge for virtualized and hybrid broadcast workflows at IBC 2026.
TAG Video Systems has updated its monitoring and QC platform with Docker container support, MXL standard interoperability, and enhanced network performance for 400 Gbps links. The release also introduces new automated tools for audio, DVB subtitle OCR, and lip-sync synchronization to support cloud-based production workflows.
Interra Systems is updating its ORION and BATON platforms with new support for NDI, Zixi, and JPEG-XS workflows. The release adds AI-driven QC capabilities, including Whisper AI integration and enhanced 4K analysis for live and OTT delivery environments.
