Companies in Streaming Platforms focused on Formats, Codecs & Protocols.
14 companies
South Korea
OvenMedia Labs (formerly AirenSoft) differentiates itself through ultra-low latency live streaming technology, offering sub-second latency solutions that enable real-time interactive broadcasting. The company's open-source OvenMediaEngine software provides a high-performance media server capable of handling hundreds of concurrent viewers, supporting WHIP (WebRTC-HTTP ingestion protocol) for seamless streaming. By focusing on open-source innovation and media technology expertise developed over 14 years, OvenMedia Labs delivers scalable, cost-effective streaming infrastructure that competes with proprietary solutions from major vendors.
United States
Delta Digital Video designs and manufactures military-grade video compression and scan conversion products, specializing in ultra-low-latency H.264/H.265 and JPEG-XS encoding for mission-critical applications. Its 5480 Series encoder and decoder deliver 40ms glass-to-glass latency with 4K support, making them ideal for flight test, space launch, and ISR missions. The company's solutions are built in the USA and certified to ISO9001:2015 and AS9100 standards, supporting applications from battlefield surveillance to distance learning. Delta's focus on interoperability and real-time transport of full motion video differentiates it in the defense and aerospace video compression market.
United Kingdom
GStreamer is an open-source multimedia framework that enables developers to build complex media-handling pipelines for audio and video processing, playback, and streaming. Its key differentiator is a modular plugin architecture with over 250 plugins and 1,000 elements, allowing transparent integration of new codecs and filters without application changes. The framework supports all major operating systems, including Linux, Android, iOS, and Windows, and is licensed under the LGPL, making it suitable for both open-source and proprietary projects. GStreamer's pipeline design minimizes overhead, making it ideal for high-end audio and video editing applications.
Canada
Haivision is a leading provider of mission-critical, real-time video networking and visual collaboration solutions, differentiated by its open-source SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) protocol, which enables low-latency, secure, and reliable video transmission over unpredictable networks. The company has been recognized with multiple Emmy Awards for Technology and Engineering, highlighting its innovation in IP video transformation. Haivision's solutions are trusted by broadcasters, enterprises, and government organizations globally for live video streaming and visual collaboration, with a focus on high quality, low latency, and security.
United States
IBM Aspera is a high-speed data transfer solution that moves large files up to hundreds of times faster than traditional FTP or HTTP, powered by its patented FASP® technology. The company's technology is designed to overcome challenges of distance, latency, packet loss, and scale, enabling reliable and secure data movement across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. IBM Aspera has been recognized with multiple industry awards, including a 2013 Primetime Engineering Emmy Award and a 2014 Technology and Engineering Emmy Award for its secure accelerated file movement technology. Acquired by IBM in 2014, Aspera serves over 1,700 customers across industries such as media, life sciences, and enterprise IT, and was used by high-profile clients like Lightstorm Entertainment for transferring massive visual effects files during the production of Avatar.
United Kingdom
InSync Technology is a world-leading provider of video standards conversion solutions, specializing in motion compensated frame rate and format conversion. The company is employee-owned and trusted by the world's largest broadcasters and sports federations for major global television events. InSync has been recognized with a Queen's Award for Enterprise for International Trade (2020) and continues to innovate in 8K, HDR, and cloud-based conversion technologies. Its products ensure video content looks its best across any workflow, making it a benchmark in the broadcast industry.
Finland
Nokia is a leading innovator in video technologies, having contributed to market-adopted codecs like H.264/AVC and H.266/VVC, and holds six Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards for its multimedia research [nokia.com](https://www.nokia.com/standardization/technology-standards/multimedia/). The company's Network as Code platform enables programmable connectivity for media and entertainment, allowing applications to request improved network performance for live streaming and immersive XR events [nokia.com](https://www.nokia.com/programmable-networks/network-as-code/industries/media-and-entertainment/). Nokia has also pioneered volumetric video technology for low-latency 3D streaming and has entered patent license agreements with major streaming platforms including Amazon and Starz [nokia.com](https://www.nokia.com/blog/making-video-streaming-possible/).
United States
Plyr is a simple, lightweight, and accessible open-source HTML5 media player that supports video and audio from HTML5, YouTube, and Vimeo. It differentiates itself through its clean, customizable markup, standardized API and events across all formats, and support for modern features like picture-in-picture, speed controls, and preview thumbnails. The player requires no frameworks, is written in vanilla ES6 JavaScript with Sass styling, and includes built-in streaming support for HLS, Shaka, and DASH via integrations. Plyr is maintained by Sam Potts and licensed under MIT, making it a trusted and widely adopted solution for developers on GitHub with over 29,800 stars.
Singapore
Raysync provides a high-speed enterprise file transfer solution that leverages a patented UDP protocol to achieve speeds hundreds of times faster than traditional FTP while ensuring reliable delivery. Its platform is designed for rapid, bulk data transfers of any size or format without over-burdening networks, and it integrates with existing workflows to support remote collaboration and data migration. With a flexible SaaS cloud storage offering and a focus on security and data integrity, Raysync serves as a modern alternative to legacy file transfer tools for businesses seeking to streamline operations and reduce costs.
United States
Samsung Tizen powers the largest installed base of Smart TVs worldwide, offering developers a cross-platform .NET framework and a dedicated Seller Office for app distribution. Its Tizen TV SDK enables seamless multi-screen experiences and supports advanced features like HLS streaming, VOD playback, and device APIs that go beyond standard web technologies. The platform provides a single store with the widest Smart TV coverage, simplifying application discovery and monetization for content providers. By integrating Samsung's own product APIs and leveraging Tizen's open-source core, it delivers a robust environment for building engaging TV applications.
Canada
SRT Alliance manages the open-source SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) protocol, which optimizes video streaming performance across unpredictable networks with secure streams and easy firewall traversal. Unlike proprietary solutions, SRT is a freely available standard that enables high-quality, low-latency live video delivery over the public internet. The alliance brings together broadcasters, technology providers, and developers in a collaborative community to continuously improve the protocol and drive industry-wide adoption.
United States
Xperi invents, develops, and delivers technologies that create extraordinary experiences at home and on the go, powering smart devices, connected cars, and digital entertainment. Its renowned brands, DTS, HD Radio, IMAX Enhanced, and TiVo, are backed by over 1,800 patents and reach 30 million streaming households, 90 million cars, and billions of consumer devices globally. The company's solutions align ecosystems across the digital value chain, supporting connected homes and cars with intuitive and secure technology. With over 1,100 engineers and R&D staff, Xperi's innovations in imaging, sound, and beyond have delivered game-changing advancements for 35 years.
United States
YouTube Engineering Blog provides technical insights into the infrastructure and innovations powering the world's largest video platform. The blog covers topics such as video encoding, content delivery, machine learning, and system reliability, showcasing YouTube's engineering solutions at scale. It serves as a resource for developers and engineers interested in the challenges of building and maintaining a global video service. The blog is part of Google LLC, which acquired YouTube in 2006, lending it significant credibility and resources.
United States
Zixi provides a Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP) for delivering broadcast-quality live video over any IP network, cloud, or edge device. It is differentiated by its ability to achieve 99.999%+ reliability at scale, supporting 18+ protocols and managing over 20,000 channels daily. The company was acquired by Clearhaven Partners in 2024, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for major broadcasters and OTT platforms.
