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.
Re-recording mixer Blake Bunzel utilizes NUGEN Audio's suite of loudness and dialogue-management tools to meet strict compliance requirements for major streaming platforms. The integrated workflow relies on VisLM, DialogCheck, and LM-Correct to maintain consistent audio loudness and intelligibility across episodic streaming content.
MediaLight has launched the Ideal-Lume Pro2 v2 desk and DIT lamps, specifically engineered for color-critical post-production and digital imaging technician (DIT) environments. The lamps feature a 99 CRI and a 6500K color temperature, aiming to meet industry standards for accurate reference viewing by reducing light pollution and monitor glare.
Studio Technologies has released the StudioComm Model 762, a compact stereo monitor controller supporting Dante audio-over-Ethernet workflows. The all-digital unit is designed for broadcast and post-production environments, featuring 32-bit audio processing and AES67 interoperability with PoE support.
Executive producer Chris Fisher discusses the adoption of virtual production and LED volume technology to produce seasons 3 and 4 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds for Paramount+. The production team integrated these real-time 3D environments into their workflow to enhance visual quality and manage complex location requirements during the pandemic.
SP Studios is integrating AI tools into its virtual production workflow to assist with set extensions and environment enhancements, accounting for 15-30% of a finished shot. The studio emphasizes that AI is used to solve practical production challenges while maintaining human oversight for artistic compositing and detail refinement.
Jetway has introduced the SMC-ARK1, a SMARC 2.1 system-on-module based on the Rockchip RK3588 processor. The hardware is designed for embedded and edge applications, featuring dedicated video encoding and decoding capabilities including AV1 support and an integrated NPU.
Antrica showcased integrated UAV video encoder boards featuring Hailo-8 AI accelerators for onboard object detection and edge processing at the Farnborough International Airshow. The hardware, designed for defense and aerospace applications, supports multiple simultaneous camera feeds, H.264/H.265 compression, and low-latency streaming.
Artel Video Systems has opened pre-orders for its new Quarra PTP-10GSE12SFP, a 10 Gbps carrier-class Ethernet switch designed for SMPTE 2110 and other broadcast media protocols. The device targets professional AV and broadcast applications by providing nanosecond-accurate timing and modular connectivity options.
Harvard Athletics has centralized its live production workflow using AJA Video Systems equipment, specifically employing NDI for connectivity and remote control. The university now produces over 325 live events annually for platforms like ESPN+ and YouTube by leveraging a combination of AJA Bridge NDI, Helo Plus encoders, and U-TAP devices.
Warner Bros. Discovery is leveraging a multi-site remote production infrastructure across London and Paris to deliver 600 hours of live coverage for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The broadcast includes new technical enhancements for the HBO Max platform, such as Multiview, in-player alerts, and custom channels.
LDI 2026 has announced a series of training sessions focused on integrating generative AI into live production workflows. The courses will cover technical implementations using tools such as TouchDesigner, StreamDiffusionTD, and natural-language network modification via Envoy.
Nvidia is optimizing its Vera CPUs for electronic design automation (EDA) software, reporting a 1.5x performance boost in verification and simulation for partners like Cadence and Synopsys. Additionally, the company integrated PhysicsNeMo and CUDA-X libraries into its Agent Toolkit, enabling autonomous AI agents to accelerate chip design and physical simulation workflows.
Callaba has published a technical framework for managing remote production (REMI) workflows, detailing the integration of SRT contribution, NDI production, and browser-based multiview monitoring. The document provides an implementation pattern for operators to manage failover, signal diagnostics, and recording within a unified control interface.
Merging Technologies has launched the Anubis Premium SPS, a networked audio interface that integrates ST 2022-7 Seamless Protection Switching for redundant broadcast workflows. The device supports high-resolution audio formats and is fully compliant with ST 2110 and NMOS standards for IP-based production environments.
Audio processing pioneer Bob Orban details Orban Labs' transition from dedicated hardware to an Linux-based platform utilizing Raspberry Pi co-processors for HLS decoding and streaming metadata. The interview discusses the evolution of his audio processing technology and his perspective on the industry's shift toward software-defined processing and the current limitations of cloud-based audio workflows.
Blackmagic Design released a tutorial detailing GPU acceleration configurations in DaVinci Resolve. The resource provides guidance on selecting appropriate hardware for decoding H.264 and H.265 files and optimizing encoding performance for editorial workflows.
Game Creek Video has purchased 10 Grass Valley K-Frame IP-native production switchers as part of a significant two-year fleet expansion. The multi-unit deal standardizes the mobile production provider's trucks on a 192x96 IP architecture to support high-end live sports and event productions.
Amadeus Acoustics has launched ART::Director v1.3.1, a software update featuring a new Downmix Engine designed to translate complex, immersive venue audio into standardized formats for broadcast and production monitoring. The update also adds OSC automation, improved DSP connection stability, and new acoustic precision tools for sound designers.
A market report projects the global on-set collaboration tools sector to grow from $1.53 billion in 2025 to $2.92 billion by 2030. The growth is fueled by increasing content production complexity, the rise of remote and hybrid workflows, and integration of AI-powered management systems.
ESPN is producing the final Athletes Unlimited Softball League championship series using a broadcast-grade production setup that includes 23 cameras, drones, and shallow-depth-of-field handheld units. The production will incorporate Disney’s Toy Story intellectual property through character appearances and integrated graphics as part of a significant sports-tech investment.
CBC/Radio-Canada is transitioning its production facilities to a software-defined Universal Production Platform based on the EBU's Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) architecture. The initiative focuses on decoupling hardware from production areas using COTS servers and IP routing to support flexible, remote, and cloud-augmented production workflows.
Chyron has launched Virtual Placement 8.1, an update to its live sports virtual graphics platform featuring automated chroma keying and a new program-to-ISO camera calibration workflow. The release also includes updated line tracking stabilization and deeper integration with the company's PRIME graphics ecosystem for data visualization.
NBCUniversal Telemundo implemented Chyron's PRIME 5 graphics platform to manage live motion graphics for its 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage across broadcast and streaming platforms. The deployment supported over 700 hours of HDR programming, integrating live data feeds from SMT, SPORTSAPP, and FIFA to manage complex multi-match workflows.
NBC Sports is utilizing a remote production (REMI) model out of its Stamford facility for the 113th Tour de France using a new purpose-built mobile unit and over 20 transmission feeds. The production integrates WHOOP biometric data and AR-driven 3D mapping to enhance viewer storytelling across its broadcasts.
ESPN is utilizing a REMCO production model and a complex multi-vendor hardware ecosystem, including referee-mounted cameras and shallow-depth-of-field systems, to cover the WNBA All-Star Weekend. The workflow relies on distributed production resources across Bristol, Los Angeles, and Chicago, supported by multiple third-party technology providers for transmission and signal management.
The American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) and the Academy Software Foundation (ASWF) have released StEM3-VP, a standardized suite of digital assets for virtual production. These assets are designed to help cinematographers evaluate the color rendition, dynamic range, and integrity of LED volumes prior to shooting.
Congatec has launched the conga-HPC/cRX1, a new computer-on-module featuring AMD Ryzen AI Embedded X100 Series processors. The module integrates CPU, GPU, and NPU resources to support local inference and real-time processing, aimed at hardware-intensive edge applications such as industrial automation and robotics.
Major television OEMs including LG, Sony, and Samsung have shifted R&D and marketing focus away from 8K resolution due to high energy costs, limited native content, and lack of consumer demand. Manufacturers are instead prioritizing AI-driven upscaling and advancements in display panel technologies like OLED and Mini-LED.
Kiloview explores the shift from proprietary software drivers to standardized USB protocols like UVC and UAC for hardware peripherals. The article highlights that driverless, plug-and-play standards are becoming a prerequisite for professional enterprise environments due to strict corporate IT security and compliance policies.
Tyler Perry Studios has partnered with Synapse Virtual Production to install a permanent virtual production stage on its Atlanta campus, featuring LED volume technology and real-time rendering. The strategic move signifies an industry shift toward integrating virtual production as core studio infrastructure rather than a specialized rental resource.
CBC/Radio-Canada is transitioning to a COTS-based software-defined production infrastructure guided by the EBU's Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) architecture. The initiative utilizes a custom Media Exchange Layer (MXL) to replace standard streaming protocols with a shared memory architecture, aiming to reduce latency and improve resource flexibility for remote and multi-platform workflows.
ESPN is integrating new production technologies, including POVORA hat cameras, player microphones, and virtual graphics, to support its 2026 coverage of the NFL FLAG Championships. The broadcast across linear and streaming platforms utilizes mobile production units from Game Creek Video to support the event's expanded footprint.
NBC Sports is leveraging a REMI production model and custom mobile unit developed by NEP Belgium to broadcast the 113th Tour de France. The production features integrated wearable data from WHOOP and advanced augmented reality tools to enhance storytelling for linear and digital platforms.
ESPN is deploying a REMCO production model for WNBA All-Star coverage in Chicago, utilizing Game Creek Video mobile units and a range of specialized hardware including referee-mounted cameras and stabilized shallow-depth-of-field systems. The production features a distributed workflow that offloads graphics and replay operations to centralized facilities in Bristol and Los Angeles.
Synopsys is implementing agentic AI workflows and integrated Ansys simulation tools to optimize the design of high-density chips for data centers and AI infrastructure. These tools allow engineers to conduct thermal and power simulations concurrently with hardware design to improve performance for modern streaming and intensive computing applications.
Volleyball World and World Archery discuss their shift from traditional satellite-based production to IP-based and cloud workflows. The federations utilize SRT, bonded cellular, and AI-enabled tools to achieve cost-efficient remote production for both tier-one and tier-three sporting events.
Broadcast consultant Paul Shulins recommends minimizing air chain complexity by utilizing linear audio and optimizing the physical placement of audio processing equipment. The article also provides technical guidance on distinguishing streaming-specific audio processing strategies from traditional over-the-air requirements, including maintaining PPM watermark integrity.
Prysmian and Relativity Networks have successfully deployed a high-density hollow-core fiber cable, utilizing Sirocco architecture and ChronoCore fibers to extend data center reach to 90km. The collaboration focused on proving the installation readiness and scalability of this infrastructure for high-bandwidth, low-latency AI and hyperscale data center environments.
Simen K. Frostad, Chairman of Bridge Technologies, argues that while industry convergence on IP standards simplifies transport, it paradoxically increases operational complexity for broadcasters. He advocates for the use of unified monitoring and visibility tools across hybrid SDI, satellite, and OTT workflows to manage this growing technical fragmentation.
Broadcast technology vendors including Nxtedition, BitCentral, Zixi, and Nevion report that increased software automation in production environments is consolidating workflows rather than reducing headcount. By simplifying interfaces, operators are moving toward higher-value exception management and multi-skilled roles instead of traditional specialist tasks.
Sound Supervisor Angela Gomez discusses the transition to IP-based networking and remote production workflows for Amazon Prime's Wimbledon coverage. The interview highlights the implementation of Calrec Brio consoles and Hydra2 networking to manage audio-over-IP across multiple courts.
Magna Systems and Engineering announced that it will showcase an integrated broadcast technology ecosystem at the ABE Show 2026 in Sydney. The demonstration will feature collaborative workflows from partners including Arkona, TAG Video Systems, and EditShare to address SDI-to-IP migration and low-latency production challenges for broadcasters.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has issued an initial determination siding with Corning in a trade secret dispute against IRICO regarding display glass manufacturing technology. The potential ruling could lead to import restrictions on LCD glass substrates and finished display products manufactured by the Chinese firm using misappropriated trade secrets.
Audinate showcased new four-channel Dante AVIO Install adapters and its Iris PTZ camera control platform at InfoComm 2026. The new hardware and software tools are designed to improve interoperability and simplify device management within enterprise, live event, and hybrid AV network environments.
Riedel Communications integrated its RefCam Live and Easy5G Private 5G network into a live broadcast workflow during a Germany-Ghana international football match. The deployment utilized the company's 5G private network and referee-integrated camera technology to supply additional footage via SDI to the existing multi-camera production.
Sony has launched the FX5 cinema camera, a new addition to its Cinema Line that introduces 5K RAW recording via the proprietary X-OCN codec and open gate 3:2 support. The device is aimed at professional filmmakers and includes advanced features such as three base ISO settings and a 16.6MP stacked full-frame sensor.
BBC Sport transitioned from traditional green-screen workflows to an advanced LED volume and XR setup for its FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage, utilizing a collaborative stack including ROE Visual, Pixotope, and Mo-Sys. The project serves as a technical blueprint for the studio's future production operations, specifically for Match of the Day, highlighting the industry's shift toward game-engine-driven virtual production.
TriVision Studios provides a detailed technical overview of the components required for LED volume virtual production, including Unreal Engine rendering, nDisplay mapping, and camera tracking systems. The article explains how these hardware and software layers integrate to perform in-camera visual effects and real-time lighting adjustments.
This article explains the technical fundamentals of AVoIP, detailing how encoders convert HDMI signals into compressed H.264 or H.265 data packets. It clarifies why UDP is typically prioritized over TCP for live streaming to ensure broadcast continuity and maintain low latency in professional AV environments.
SMPTE Hollywood and the 8K Association hosted a demonstration of native 8K content at the Amazon Culver Theater to explore the technical requirements and workflows for scaling 8K from cinema environments to home displays. Industry professionals from Colorfront, IMAX, and Kaleidescape discussed the standards and innovations necessary to advance the 8K ecosystem.
