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.
This article examines the technical mechanics of USB-C video output, specifically focusing on DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode) versus DisplayLink technology. It details how peripheral hardware uses physical lane switching to deliver high-speed, low-latency video transmission for professional production environments.
Analog Way has released Firmware 6.2 for its Aquilon screen management systems, introducing native 3D stereoscopic support, new backup groups for content failover, and enhanced format management for large-scale immersive environments. These updates aim to improve operational efficiency and reliability in mission-critical, live-production applications.
CNN London has detailed the technical infrastructure of its multi-camera production studio, highlighting use of Litepanels Gemini lighting, Sony cameras, and Grand MA3 control systems. The facility is currently planning a transition to sACN and exploring potential AI integration for its production workflows.
Chinese display manufacturer TCL CSOT has reportedly commenced mass production of OLED panels utilizing an inkjet printing process. This manufacturing shift aims to improve material efficiency and scalability compared to traditional vacuum thermal evaporation methods, potentially impacting future costs for professional monitors and large-format displays.
DAZN CTO Sandeep Tiku outlines the company's multi-market remote production architecture for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, utilizing a centralized Dallas IBC hub to manage diversified contribution paths and localized processing. The deployment leverages fiber, bonded cellular, and distributed regional hubs to handle market-specific frame rates, HDR requirements, and interactive features like synchronized player-specific camera angles.
Host Broadcast Services (HBS) has launched a centralized, remote-managed production hub in London to handle non-live content for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, moving away from traditional on-site IBC infrastructure. The facility leverages EVS Via technology and Adobe Creative Cloud to support 400 staff members, streamlining post-production workflows and integrating automated metadata feeds from the FIFA Data Hub.
IBC2026 has announced its upcoming conference program in Amsterdam, centering on the deployment of AI in live sports production, cloud workflows, and international media operations. The event will feature industry leaders from organizations like Netflix, OBS, and YouTube discussing the integration of generative AI and shifting production business models.
The Vanessa Paradis 2026 tour has implemented Sennheiser’s Spectera wireless ecosystem to manage RF coordination for in-ear monitoring and instrument microphones. The platform utilizes bidirectional RF channels and software-defined time-slot technology to simplify IP-ready workflows across various large-scale venue environments.
CornerstoneSF Church has completed a facility upgrade by installing the FOR-A HVS-Q12 production switcher, marking its first deployment in the U.S. market. The new UHD setup features Dante, NDI, and 12G connectivity to support a hybrid production environment staffed by professionals and volunteers.
Sony has introduced an integrated production ecosystem featuring the BRC-AM7 PTZ camera with AI-based auto framing and the HXC-FZ90 studio camera with optional 4K software licensing. The combined hardware solution is designed to support cost-effective remote and live production for lean broadcast environments.
This roundtable discussion features production professionals and Blackmagic Design executives exploring the shift toward IP-based workflows using SMPTE ST 2110 for live event production. Experts discuss the integration of traditional and live production tools that allow organizations to streamline delivery across streaming platforms, replay, and social media.
Follow-Me provides performer-tracking technology that integrates with live lighting rigs, allowing operators to convert standard moving light fixtures into automated follow-spots. Recent applications include the Journey 'Final Frontier' tour and festival performances for Miss Li, highlighting the system's ability to reduce labor costs and manage spontaneous performer movement.
Fujifilm has released firmware v1.01 for its GFX ETERNA 55 cinema camera, addressing high-frame-rate recording stability and enabling XApp integration. The update also outlines a future roadmap featuring native Frame.io Camera to Cloud support and expanded professional codec capabilities for enhanced production workflows.
The Broadcast Bridge published a content series exploring how lower-tier sports rightsholders are shifting toward decentralized, software-centric production workflows. The series examines how these agile, cost-effective technologies allow organizations to transition away from traditional broadcast infrastructure to reach global audiences.
Researchers from the University of Kaiserslautern have developed an analytical framework for Pinching Antenna Systems (PASS) to optimize Terahertz-band wireless communications. The study benchmarks PASS against conventional phased arrays, identifying spectral efficiency improvements for short-range deployments in high-frequency environments.
OBS Studio version 32.1.2 has been released, featuring updates to the audio mixer, native WebRTC simulcast support, and the addition of Hybrid MP4/MOV recording formats. The update continues to support high-complexity local production workflows for professionals as an open-source alternative to cloud-based streaming platforms.
Increased demand for data center capacity and large language model development has caused shortages and price increases for GPUs and high-speed memory. While these components remain essential to modern media infrastructure for video processing and AI, the current supply constraints represent a significant challenge for streaming technology operators.
Silex Technology has launched the EP-200N System-on-Module, which utilizes the NXP i.MX95 SoC to support edge-based video processing and industrial connectivity. The platform features an integrated neural processing unit and pre-validated Wi-Fi 6E capabilities to assist engineers building intelligent, low-latency embedded systems.
Developer Leander Kieweg has proposed an RFC for a Linux DRM driver for GlandaGPU, an open-source 2D graphics core designed in VHDL for FPGA and QEMU environments. The submission aims to integrate custom soft-core GPUs into the mainline kernel, providing a reference for integrating hardware-level display logic.
Masayoshi Hirashita, President of Ikegami Europe, discusses the company's strategy for navigating the transition from legacy broadcast systems to IP-based, UHD, and cloud-assisted workflows. The interview highlights Ikegami's commitment to hardware reliability while evolving to meet the demands of modern media production and content distribution.
Bayerischer Rundfunk has modernized its Ü5 radio outside broadcast vehicle into a fully software-defined mobile unit utilizing SMPTE ST 2110 and Lawo's IP-native production ecosystem. The upgrade features a 48-fader mc²56 console and is designed to handle high-capacity IP audio processing and signal transport for live events.
This technical analysis explores the evolution of Neural Processing Units (NPUs) and their role in handling localized AI inference for media and computing tasks within a low thermal envelope. It highlights how NPUs differ from CPUs and GPUs in data-flow execution and memory hierarchy, emphasizing their growing importance in offloading background video processing tasks.
AMD and HPE executives discuss how cloud-native 5G architectures and EPYC processor advancements are improving performance-per-watt in telco infrastructure. The interview emphasizes that consolidating workloads and leveraging silicon-level efficiency gains are vital for managing the increased energy demands of real-time AI inference at the network edge.
Broadcast Solutions has deployed two software-defined outside broadcast (OB) trucks for DMC Production that utilize Grass Valley's AMPP platform for a "reverse remote production" model. The trucks leverage NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs to allow for localized switching and processing while maintaining full control from a remote production suite over 100 Mb/s public internet connections.
Micron has introduced the 6600 ION SSD, a 245.76TB enterprise-grade drive featuring 16GB of onboard DDR4 memory. Designed for large-scale data center environments, the device uses 232-layer TLC NAND to optimize storage density and power efficiency for massive hyperscale workloads.
Samsung has announced the PM1743 enterprise SSD, which utilizes the PCIe 6.0 interface to achieve read speeds of up to 28.4GB/s and 16TB of capacity. Designed for data centers and high-performance computing, the drive focuses on power efficiency to help manage infrastructure costs in analytics and AI-heavy workloads.
The North American Broadcasters Association and the Advanced Media Workflow Association are leading the development of the Dynamic Media Facility and Media eXchange Layer frameworks. These architectures are designed to facilitate software-defined IP workflows and improve resource efficiency without replacing the existing SMPTE ST 2110 standard.
TYLsemi Inc. has emerged from stealth with $43 million in funding to develop production-ready chiplets and 3D packaging for AI accelerators. The company intends to reduce the cost and development time for application-specific integrated circuits (XPUs) by utilizing modular chiplet designs.
Sony has announced the mass production of the Lytia 610, a 1/2-type 64-megapixel CMOS sensor featuring a new RB2x2 On Chip Lens pixel structure. The sensor is designed to enable 4K 120 fps video recording and improved spatial resolution for mobile camera systems.
European technology company Laia has launched the t-Joy Touch, a standalone PTZ camera controller featuring a 10.1-inch touchscreen and local streaming/recording capabilities. The device supports multiple industry protocols, including NDI, ONVIF, and VISCA, allowing for production workflows without a dedicated PC.
This technical guide explains how to integrate rotary quadrature encoders with Linux-based single-board computers and PLCs for physical control interfaces. It details the implementation of the Linux kernel's rotary_encoder.c driver, hardware decoding strategies, and device tree configuration for low-latency GUI navigation.
Canadian semiconductor companies like MaxEpic, Advanced Micro Consulting, and Stathera are shifting manufacturing and sales strategies to the U.S. to better capitalize on aggressive AI infrastructure investment from major tech firms. These firms are pivoting their business models toward providing specialized chip design and energy-efficient components to support the surging demand for AI-driven data centers.
Integrate 2026 will feature a specialized zone for Streaming Media, AVoIP, and Broadcast AV to highlight the convergence of IP-centric infrastructures like SMPTE 2110 and NDI. The event includes a SMPTE Oceania Industry Forum focused on the transition of corporate and live production environments toward cloud-based and IP workflows.
Intinor has updated its Direkt series with NDI 6.3 support and HDR HLG metadata passthrough. The company also announced plans to integrate SMPTE ST 2110 input/output and DVB-compliant HEVC to facilitate transitions between public internet feeds and professional uncompressed production environments.
BBC Sport successfully deployed a remote production workflow for the 2026 FIFA World Cup using an LED-based virtual production studio in Salford to optimize costs and sustainability. The setup integrates live-streamed content and fan atmosphere into the studio environment, prioritizing interactive presenter engagement over traditional green-screen workflows.
Chyron has released Prime 5.4, an update to its unified graphics and playout platform that introduces integration with Axis News, new SDI hardware options, and an online watermarked edition for system testing. The update also features enhanced color channel property bindings and improved audio playout capabilities for broadcasters.
Sony is reportedly set to launch the FX5 camera, featuring 16-bit internal RAW recording using new high-compression C1 and C2 codecs. These new formats aim to optimize storage and transfer workflows for 5K Open Gate production by providing greater compression than existing X-OCN LT standards.
NEP Group has renewed its multi-year contract as the technical broadcast provider for The Championships, Wimbledon, through 2026. The production utilizes SMPTE ST 2110 IP infrastructure, the TFC orchestration system, and AI-powered robotics to deliver UHD HDR content to global rightsholders.
Intinor has updated its Direkt series with NDI 6.3 support and HDR HLG metadata passthrough to improve color fidelity in IP workflows. The company also announced upcoming support for SMPTE ST 2110 and DVB-compliant HEVC to facilitate transitions between internet-delivered content and uncompressed production environments.
MLB SVP of Broadcasting Ryan Zander discusses the league's integration of advanced production technology, including Bolt6 optical tracking, Virtual Eye AR, and Muybridge camera arrays, to enhance fan engagement for All-Star events. The discussion highlights the league's collaborative technical approach with new broadcast partners like Netflix and NBC to improve real-time storytelling and production workflows.
Netflix is deploying an extensive broadcast production workflow for its first live MLB Home Run Derby telecast, featuring 28 cameras including the Muybridge Horizon system and 4K Nucleus units. The streaming service is integrating Game Creek Video remote production units and Bolt6 optical tracking to deliver real-time Statcast data and high-fidelity live sports coverage.
ARRI has entered a definitive agreement to divest its global rental business to H2 Equity Partners through a management buyout. While the rental arm becomes an independent entity, ARRI will retain its Illumination Dynamics unit and continue working with the newly branded rental company as a core technology partner.
Ross Video is deploying its in-venue production systems for the seventh consecutive year at the MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia. The integration features the debut of two specialized products: Brushback: Full Count for live game-scoring and CapGo for automated real-time captioning.
Production studio Altitude101 utilized the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive camera and Blackmagic's post-production workflow to create content for the Apple Immersive Video format. The production team highlights specific technical challenges of immersive storytelling, including camera placement, pacing, and managing high-volume data requirements.
Digital Camera Systems has launched an industry survey aimed at identifying pain points and workflow breakdowns regarding lens metadata in post-production and VFX. The results will be compiled into an annual benchmark report intended to help studios and technology providers improve metadata consistency and production efficiency.
DMC Production has deployed two new remote production vehicles, AR 1 and AR 2, which utilize Calrec's ImPulseV engine and Grass Valley's AMPP cloud-native environment to enable remote live production over 100 Mbit/s connections. The system uses a reverse remote architecture to process production-critical signals at the venue edge while maintaining low-latency control from remote broadcast centers.
This guide from software developer Fora Soft outlines the current landscape and procurement strategy for AI-powered IP security cameras. It emphasizes the importance of selecting open-standard VMS software and prioritizing ONVIF Profile M support for professional surveillance deployments in 2026.
Enterprise demand for broadcast-quality studio infrastructure is driving a shift in corporate AV requirements, as evidenced by record attendance at NAB Show 2026. The adoption of the IPMX standard, which recently completed interoperability testing, is providing the technical framework for this convergence of production workflows.
Magewell has launched the Director Plus, a $2,099 portable all-in-one system designed for 4K60 live production and multi-destination streaming. The device includes an integrated switcher, recorder, and encoder with support for network bonding, 5G connectivity, NDI HX3, and SRT.
The ACM SIGGRAPH 2026 conference will debut a dedicated Games Summit alongside technical sessions focused on neural rendering pipelines and generative 3D world models. The event highlights emerging workflows for filmmakers and developers, emphasizing real-time machine learning tools and advanced physical simulation for high-fidelity visual effects.
