Most broadcast facilities are mid-transition from SDI to IP, running both at once. Here you'll find coverage of SMPTE ST 2110, remote and cloud production, bonded cellular contribution, camera-to-cloud workflows, and the switchers and gear keeping live shows on air.
Matrox Video has published a comprehensive product catalog detailing its current hardware and software offerings, including the Maevex and Monarch EDGE encoder series, IP video gateways, and ST-2110 NIC cards. The catalog serves as a reference for professional broadcast and streaming infrastructure solutions.
AMD and InSync have announced a partnership to integrate InSync's video processing IP into AMD's adaptive SoCs and FPGAs. The collaboration aims to support broadcast OEMs in developing hardware for SMPTE ST 2110, UHD workflows, and motion-compensated frame rate conversion.
OpenDrives executives and Varde Media Solutions founder Eivind Sandstrand discuss why corporate video teams often over-invest in broadcast-grade production technology. They argue that prioritizing business objectives and high-performance storage over complex broadcast suites reduces technical friction and costs for enterprise marketing departments.
Arkona technologies GmbH has entered an OEM partnership with BFE Studio und Medien Systeme to produce arkona-branded hardware control panels for its SDI-IP routing systems. The branded panels, which integrate with arkona's EASY-IP software and BFE's KSC product line, will be available starting October 1, 2026.
ASUS has released specifications for its ProArt P14 creator laptop, which features the new NVIDIA RTX Spark SoC. The workstation is designed for high-end professional workflows, supporting 12K video editing, local 4K AI video generation, and complex 3D rendering.
Global GPU prices have risen 15% between July and August 2026, with average market prices now 28% above MSRP. The surge is attributed to AI companies aggressively purchasing high-performance GPUs, which is constraining the supply of GDDR7 memory for consumer and professional video encoding hardware.
Facilis Technology has announced the release of HUB 8.4 and FastTracker 3.8.6, featuring new Ethernet performance enhancements, OAuth SSO support, and native Avid Media Composer integration. The update also introduces AI-driven metadata tagging via Google and support for Thunderbolt 5 adapters in partnership with ATTO Technology.
Australian media company Foxtel has selected BCNEXXT's Vipe platform to manage playout for 38 channels, including live sports and thematic services. The software-defined deployment allows Foxtel to scale resources across linear, VOD, and OTT services in public, private, or hybrid cloud environments.
FOR-A has expanded its viztrick AiDi brand with two new products, Go Vertical! AiDi and AiDi Sports Hub, developed in collaboration with Nippon TV. These on-device AI systems are designed to handle real-time 9:16 cropping and sports telestration, aiming to reduce latency in live production workflows.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have entered a multi-year partnership with DAZN to serve as their exclusive streaming home starting in the 2026-27 season. The team is simultaneously moving production in-house to the Rock Entertainment Sports Network, upgrading to 19-camera broadcasts featuring 10.5K resolution, predictive AI, and augmented reality.
Encompass Digital Media and Grass Valley have launched Altitude Playout Plus, a software-defined channel origination platform designed for complex live programming. Channel 4 has signed a multi-year agreement to adopt the platform starting in 2027, with operations managed from facilities in London and Riga.
The Big Ten Network has scaled its operations to support 2,500 annual B1G+ streams and 550 remote productions across 18 institutions. The network utilizes a centralized 'home-run' production model and a student-led campus production program to manage high-volume live sports distribution.
Riedel Communications has extended its partnership with the Scottish Rugby Union for a third season to provide managed coach communications. The deployment utilizes Riedel's SidelineComms service, featuring Bolero wireless intercom technology and StageLink adapters to integrate audio for live match-day operations.
Cinematographer Colin Hoult used Sony Venice 2 cameras and Video Village’s Scatter plugin in DaVinci Resolve to achieve a retro 1980s aesthetic for the Amazon MGM Studios series Off Campus. By applying digital filtration during the dailies phase, the production reduced on-set glass filtration requirements and streamlined the VFX pipeline.
DJI has launched the Osmo Pocket 4P, a dual-lens gimbal camera featuring a 1-inch main sensor, D-Log2 support, and 4K 240 fps slow-motion capabilities. While the device offers significant technical improvements in image quality and onboard storage, it faces criticism for limited remote control functionality and restricted log recording modes.
Sigma has expanded its Aizu Prime cinema lens series with three new focal lengths: 21mm, 100mm, and 125mm, all featuring a T1.3 aperture. The lenses include support for Cooke /i and ZEISS eXtended Data metadata, designed to integrate with high-end VFX and production workflows.
Pixotope Technologies has consolidated its virtual production software stack into three distinct editions: Discovery, Core, and Max. The update integrates the company's video-based tracking system onto Windows OS and provides a unified platform for XR, AR, and broadcast production workflows.
Atlona has updated its OmniStream AV-over-IP platform by integrating USB support directly into its new encoders and decoders. This hardware update allows for the transmission of 4K/60 4:4:4 video, audio, and USB signals over Gigabit Ethernet without requiring separate companion hardware.
THine Electronics has introduced new VCSEL drivers and TIAs featuring proprietary Zero Eye Skew technology designed to eliminate the need for DSPs in PCIe6 and PCIe7 optical interconnects. The company claims these components can reduce latency by 90% and power consumption by 73% for high-density AI datacenter applications.
Encompass Digital Media has launched Altitude Playout Plus, a software-defined channel origination platform that integrates Grass Valley's AMPP and Playout X technologies. Channel 4 has signed a multi-year agreement to utilize this distributed infrastructure for its UK channel portfolio starting in 2027.
LumaDeck has launched a browser-native visual performance tool that enables real-time generative visuals and NDI output for live events. The platform allows operators to manage scenes, MIDI mapping, and GLSL shaders directly in a browser without requiring local software installation.
The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) has certified 14 new products from eight manufacturers for the IPMX standard following testing at the EBU headquarters. This certification program provides an independent verification process for interoperability in Pro AV and live event environments, moving beyond informal plugfests.
Berlin's Friedrichstadt-Palast has deployed a comprehensive Riedel production infrastructure, including MediorNet IP video distribution and Artist-1024 intercom systems. The installation, integrated by Protones, supports complex stage management and signal routing across the venue's multi-location performance environment.
Loughborough University has deployed 93 PlexusAV P-AVN-4 transceivers to create an IPMX-based virtual matrix across its STEM Labs. The project, supported by GVAV and onemedia, utilizes JPEG-XS for low-latency routing and includes an Eco Mode projected to reduce energy consumption by 40%.
FarseerTech has raised over $247,000 via Kickstarter for its RocXZoom robotic camera, which features 50x hybrid zoom and YOLO-based AI subject tracking. The device is designed for automated framing in outdoor and sports observation, with a Pro version intended to add tracking capabilities to existing camera setups.
Rapidus has completed construction and tooling of its IIM-1 fab in Chitose, transitioning into the process testing phase for 2nm production. The company is integrating Cadence’s InnoStack AI Super Agent into its RAADS platform to optimize design turnaround times for inference accelerators.
Netgear Enterprise is set to debut its Align Controller at IBC 2026, a new AV platform designed to consolidate network management, grandmaster clocking, and cloud connectivity for broadcast and live production. The device supports industry standards including SMPTE ST 2110 and AES67, aiming to simplify the transition from SDI to IP workflows.
Canon has filed a patent for an integrated three-axis gimbal camera that utilizes computer vision to automatically adjust pan, tilt, and roll behavior based on subject movement. The technology aims to reduce manual configuration for operators by dynamically switching gimbal modes and sensitivity in real-time.
PROTON Camera Innovations has announced the FLEXY, a micro POV camera system featuring a two-part architecture that separates the imaging head from the processing unit via a 10-meter 50 Ohm coax cable. Designed for high-risk broadcast environments, the system utilizes a 1/3-inch global shutter sensor and the VEGA processor to deliver 1080p video.
Resi Media has appointed Midwich as its U.S. distribution partner to expand the reach of its Resilient Streaming Protocol (RSP) and hardware encoders into commercial sectors like higher education and corporate enterprise. The partnership enables systems integrators to bundle Resi’s transmission technology with Midwich’s professional AV hardware ecosystem for end-to-end streaming pipelines.
Pixotope Technologies is consolidating its virtual production, AR, and XR toolsets into a single unified platform with the release of version 26.3 in Q3 2026. The update introduces three new subscription tiers—Discovery, Core, and Max—and integrates the Pixotope Zone sports tracking system onto Windows.
BHV has transitioned its SportsBox 4K remote vision mixer and format processor from development to production. The compact 900-gram unit enables the transmission of four 4K 60P 4:2:2 camera signals over a single 5G or COFDM path for live sports production.
Lawo will showcase its Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) workflows and the European debut of its Edge One connectivity platform at IBC2026. The company is also highlighting a technology collaboration with Grass Valley to validate orchestration and media exchange between the AMPP and HOME platforms.
EditShare is launching new Ultimate EFS configurations for its EFS 310 and 410 storage nodes, featuring integrated GPU-powered FLOW AI for on-prem media discovery. The update also introduces Media Drives for MediaSilo, enabling users to browse S3-compatible storage and perform AI-assisted metadata tagging without per-minute usage fees.
IoTrouter has published a guide detailing six critical factors for selecting M.2 AI accelerators for edge computing, arguing that memory bandwidth, thermal design, and software compatibility are more significant than theoretical TOPS ratings. The article emphasizes that real-world performance in industrial and vision-based streaming applications depends on system-level integration rather than peak compute specifications.
Intel unveiled three new chip architectures at Hot Chips 2026—Diamond Rapids, Crescent Island, and Wildcat Lake—designed to support agentic AI workloads across data centers, edge infrastructure, and consumer PCs. The processors feature high core counts and integrated NPUs to address the increasing computational demands of AI-driven applications.
MuxLab is promoting its line of AV over IP hardware, including transmitters and receivers that utilize standard Ethernet infrastructure and Power over Ethernet. The solutions are designed to support 4K video, KVM control, and RS-232 signaling for broadcast and live production environments.
The entry of Chinese manufacturers like DJI into the mirrorless camera market is expected to challenge established Japanese incumbents through aggressive pricing and integration of computational photography and AI-driven features. This shift could potentially disrupt proprietary lens mount ecosystems and accelerate the democratization of high-end production capabilities like 8K video and global shutters.
Bolin Technology and ITDev have joined the Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) to support the development and adoption of IPMX and SMPTE ST 2110 standards. The addition of these companies brings specialized expertise in PTZ camera manufacturing and FPGA-based hardware design to the organization's IP production ecosystem.
GMKtec has launched the EVO-X3, a compact workstation powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor and 128GB of unified memory. The system is designed for local AI inference, content creation, and edge computing, featuring OCuLink support for external GPU expansion.
The Joint Task Force on the Dynamic Media Facility (JT-DMF), led by AMWA and the EBU, is hosting expert sessions at IBC2026 to discuss the transition from ST 2110 transport to compute-efficient, agile media infrastructure. The initiative focuses on developing an interoperable roadmap for the Media eXchange Layer (MXL) to address operational requirements for broadcasters and technology vendors.
Blackmagic Design is hosting a series of free online seminars to demonstrate new features in DaVinci Resolve 21, including AI-driven tools like IntelliSearch and CineFocus. The sessions cover various post-production workflows, ranging from introductory editing to advanced color grading and delivery.
Avateq Corp. outlines the four critical metrics—MER, BER, PAPR, and signal level—required for monitoring ATSC 3.0 transmitter health. The article emphasizes that continuous, real-time monitoring of these indicators is necessary to detect hardware degradation and ensure FCC compliance in NextGen TV deployments.
YoloLiv demonstrated a two-hour multicamera live production from a moving boat on West Lake using a YoloBox Extreme, YoloCam S3, and a single mobile hotspot. The setup successfully integrated four remote guests and simulcast to multiple social platforms without the need for fixed infrastructure or network bonding hardware.
Epic Games has released a series of tutorials and technical documentation for Unreal Engine 5.8, focusing on virtual production workflows, networked physics, and shader optimization. The update also introduces an MCP server integration to allow AI agents like Claude Code to control the Unreal Editor.
Nvidia's data center revenue reached $100 billion in 2025, driven by massive demand for GPU clusters used in AI training and inference. The article explains the technical shift from gaming-focused graphics processing to parallel computing architectures that underpin modern AI infrastructure.
The SMART STORIES IBC Accelerator project is developing the Story Object Model (SOM), an open standard designed to facilitate the exchange of editorial context between newsroom, production, and AI tools. Supported by major broadcasters and technology vendors, the initiative aims to standardize metadata transfer to improve workflow efficiency and provenance tracking.
Canon has released the EOS R6 Mark III, a $2,799 hybrid camera featuring 7K RAW internal recording and Open Gate support, positioning it as a high-end alternative to the $1,999 R6 Mark II. The comparison highlights the shift toward professional-grade video features like 4K120 and CFexpress storage for modern hybrid production workflows.
Skyline Communications will showcase its DataMiner xOps platform at IBC 2026, focusing on the transition to software-defined, AI-native media operations. The platform aims to provide a unified fabric for resource orchestration, digital twins, and cost-aware automation in multi-vendor environments.
Production company Whisper utilized Sony BURANO and FX6 cameras to capture the docuseries Meet the Owens in UHD HDR for Prime Video. The production workflow involved Adobe Premiere Pro for editing and DaVinci Resolve for color grading, with final delivery managed by Deluxe.
