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.
wTVision implemented a new information graphic line for TVM-1 and supported TVM-2's graphics, utilizing its Studio CG software. This update highlights the ongoing demand for professional graphics management solutions in broadcast and studio environments. wTVision also provided training and support for the channels' operators.
wTVision provided graphic services for the Judo Grand Prix Düsseldorf, utilizing its SportStats CG software and skilled operators. This event continues a long-standing partnership between wTVision and the International Judo Federation, which began in 2010. The company's services involved integrating official data and managing on-air graphics for the sports event.
wTVision deployed its Studio CG graphics system for the "Embondeiro" talk show broadcast by RTP Africa, focusing on cultural content from Portuguese-speaking African countries. This project highlights wTVision's production technology offerings in the African streaming market, showcasing its graphics design and control solutions.
Star Sports India selected wTVision to provide graphics and human resources for its new studio in Mumbai. wTVision's Studio CG integrates with ENPS via a MOS Gateway, enabling journalists to manage on-air graphics directly. This solution aims to streamline live broadcast production workflows for the major Indian sports broadcaster.
wTVision presented its real-time data and graphics solutions, including SportStats CG, Studio CG, and ChannelMaker, at IBC 2013. These products are designed for sports coverage, studio production, and playout automation for broadcasters. The company offers software, design, consulting, HR outsourcing, and live operation services.
wTVision is providing sports graphics services for Fox Sports Brazil during the Copa Sudamericana semi-finals and final matches. This service includes data scouting with Football Stats CG, live studio graphics, and augmented reality graphics, all controlled by Studio CG. This technology aims to enhance live sports broadcasts for the network.
Industry leaders are discussing the Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) concept, which aims to orchestrate media workflows across software-based environments for broadcasters. The DMF model encourages software-defined infrastructure and emphasizes architectural shifts, orchestration, and integration with legacy systems like SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 for greater flexibility and scalability. Key challenges include interoperability, timing management, and moving from discussion to widespread adoption, especially bridging synchronous and asynchronous workflows.
wTVision assisted A Bola TV in transitioning its online channel to a broadcast format, implementing a redundant playout and dual video server architecture. The project utilized wTVision's ChannelMaker and Studio CG, alongside hardware from Omneon and Evertz, for managing playout, routing, and graphics. This migration established a complete broadcast workflow for the sports channel.
AvL Technologies has launched new 2.0m vehicle-mount/driveaway antennas, including models 2000, 2010, and 2012, which are designed for mobile missions requiring assured SATCOM connectivity. These antennas feature auto-acquisition, multi-band support (Ku, Ka, C, S, X), and a rugged design for demanding operational requirements. The systems are controlled by the AvL AAQ Antenna Controller, offering automatic acquisition and multiple user interfaces.
wTVision provided on-air graphics and game statistics for a Brazil-Argentina football match broadcast by Al Jazeera, showcasing its expertise in live sports productions. The company utilized its Football Stats CG, Orad's graphical platform, and Deltacast for virtual graphics. This project highlights wTVision's role in supplying broadcast solutions for major sports events.
wTVision, Vizrt, and Mediapro collaborated to broadcast "El Clásico" Real Madrid vs. Barcelona in 4K, utilizing wTVision's FootballStats CG software for Ultra HD graphics. Vizrt provided essential equipment and support for the preparation and configuration of the broadcast. This project served as a significant test for 4K live production capabilities, reaching an estimated 600 million spectators globally.
wTVision partnered with Riot Games' São Paulo office to enhance the broadcast of the League of Legends Brazilian Circuit. wTVision implemented graphics coverage using its Studio CG software and integrated live social media for the eSports events. This collaboration significantly improved the professionalism of the broadcasts, attracting 143,000 simultaneous viewers.
wTVision provided graphic services and data management, including advanced statistics and on-air graphics, for the 96th Tour of Catalunya cycling event. The company utilized its proprietary CyclingStats CG software integrated with GPS to aggregate data and create dynamic maps for broadcasters and fans. This service also encompassed the design for the event's broadcast.
wTVision provided on-screen graphics for the 76th Volta a Portugal cycling competition, utilizing its CyclingStats CG product to process real-time timing and GPS tracking data. The system generated broadcast graphics for the event, marking another year of wTVision's involvement with updated features.
wTVision has secured a deal to provide real-time graphics for Canal+ Overseas' Champions League coverage, expanding its European sports broadcasting portfolio. Utilizing its FootballStats CG product, wTVision will manage graphics from its Brussels facilities for Canal+ Overseas, similar to services provided for Belgacom, and in-stadium for beIN Sport.
wTVision deployed its PokerStats CG and RFID table system for the PokerStars.it Italian Poker Tour live broadcast, providing real-time graphics and statistics. This system enabled automated card recognition and instant odds, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional hole cameras for live poker events. The technology was used for a global live stream broadcast.
wTVision deployed its virtual graphics and augmented reality technology, alongside its Elections CG software, for Antenna TV's coverage of the Greek legislative election, leading Antenna TV to achieve top audience ratings for electoral night coverage. This marks the first time in 10 years Antenna TV reached first place in audience ratings, attributed to wTVision's tailored solutions and integration capabilities. The company emphasizes its expertise in providing visual technology to enhance election broadcasts for clients.
Portuguese sports newspaper A Bola launched A Bola TV, a new broadcasting channel using wTVision's ChannelMaker for playout automation and on-air graphics management. The initial setup is for web broadcasting with future TV migration planned, allowing a small operational team to manage both live and recorded content. wTVision, a broadcast tech vendor, provided the ChannelMaker solution and offers services including technical scheme drawing and 24/7 channel supervision.
Experts from DCE Productions, AV1 Media, and Talon Audio Visual discussed evolving trends in live event production for 2026. The discussion focused on doing more with less, supporting various formats, and ensuring reliability in live shows, including aspects of connectivity, event accessibility, and streaming technologies.
wTVision provided specialized graphics and real-time data parsing solutions for the 2016 "Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol" American football game, which set an attendance record. They developed a custom user interface to manage complex data for Panasonic Xperiences, displayed on the venue's giant screens. This technology enabled seamless control of the graphics package and multiple render engines, enhancing the spectator experience.
wTVision is providing broadcast graphics, equipment, and augmented reality integration for the Angolan Football Premier League (Girabola) on ZAP TV. The company's operators manage on-air graphics using FootballStats CG - Single Operation Edition and incorporate augmented reality graphics via Delta-stat for top-tier matches. This project highlights wTVision's end-to-end sports production services, including equipment setup and real-time graphics management.
Virtual Eye provided broadcast graphics services for three concurrent golf tournaments, including the PGA Memorial Tournament and U.S. Women's Open, demonstrating scalable remote production capabilities. The company utilized its VTWIN, Drone AR, and Golf Engine products, which feature 3D virtual graphics and AI-powered shot analysis. This deployment involved both onsite and remote crews across multiple global locations.
Cinelux has unveiled the SIXTEEN, a prototype hybrid camera designed to simultaneously capture Super 16 film and a digital image from the mirror path. This innovative design aims to integrate traditional film acquisition into modern digital production workflows, offering cinematographers and producers both a real film negative and an immediate digital pipeline for monitoring and post-production. The camera is being positioned as a more practical alternative for film capture within today's production environment.
wTVision provided real-time graphics coverage for the Portuguese Local Election to five TV channels, including RTP1 and TVI. The service included custom software, interactive devices like touchscreens and iPads, and augmented reality (AR) graphics for dynamic presentation of election results. wTVision leveraged its Elections CG software platform for data management and real-time graphics playout, demonstrating its end-to-end service model.
wTVision is providing broadcast graphics services, including its Studio CG software and video wall management, for Telecinco's talent show "TODO EL MUNDO ES BUENO." The company also integrated lighting control with Studio CG via a new plug-in to synchronize visual effects. This marks the third collaboration between wTVision and La Competencia.
Liberty University has upgraded its broadcast operations with Bridge Technologies' VB440 IP production probe and a hybrid SDI-to-IP infrastructure, enabling it to produce over 1,700 annual events. The implementation provides students with hands-on experience in professional broadcast technology while enhancing internal and external communications capabilities. This move allows the university to meet professional broadcast standards and prepare students for careers in the field.
NBC, Telemundo, NBC News NOW, and Peacock will provide six hours of live coverage for the Sail4th 250 event from New York Harbor, celebrating the US 250th anniversary. NBCUniversal plans to use nearly 50 cameras, drones, a helicopter, and a blimp for extensive coverage from ground, air, and water, highlighting significant live event production on streaming platforms.
FOX Sports is enhancing its coverage of the 158th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course by integrating new ARRI Alexa 35 Live cameras, multiple drones, and IP-based audio infrastructure. The production relies on key vendors including Game Creek Video for mobile production units and SMT for data visualization. This move highlights FOX Sports' continued investment in advanced broadcast technologies for live sports events.
ESPN transitioned its UFL playoff game production from a REMI model to a full on-site setup in Daytona Stadium for a UFL playoff game due to a last-minute venue change. The production team had to build out complete broadcast infrastructure, including scaffolding for cameras, generators, and fiber cabling, in under 72 hours at the 'blank canvas' stadium. This rapid pivot highlighted the logistical and technical challenges of live sports production and the importance of adaptable infrastructure and operational readiness.
Audinate has introduced three new Dante AVIO Install adapters for analog-to-Dante conversions, featuring dual switched Ethernet ports for daisy chaining and Euroblock terminals for fixed wiring. These adapters aim to provide an economical solution for integrators to integrate analog endpoints into Dante networks. The products are compatible with Dante Controller, Director, and Domain Manager for routing, monitoring, and access control.
Gigabyte introduced the R1C7-KOA-AS1, a high-density server designed to pack 40 Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processors into a compact chassis. This system, demonstrated at Computex 2026, aims to provide a bare-metal alternative for cloud gaming and VDI by leveraging integrated graphics to avoid costly vGPU licensing, with each node having dedicated graphics acceleration.
wTVision deployed its SportStats CG - Boxing Edition graphics solution for DB Video Productions to produce an international feed in Belgium. The broadcast graphics were designed by wTVision and operated by a single person. This highlights wTVision's expertise in live broadcast graphics for sports events.
Sound designer Johnnie Burn utilized his personal experience with temporary deafness to create the unique Dolby Atmos sound mix for the film "Tuner." The film employs four distinct sound levels, including the use of in-ear microphones for research, to portray a character's hyperacusis and deliver an immersive soundscape. Burn highlighted that mixing in Dolby Atmos allowed for a more adventurous and accurate representation of the intricate sound design.
Aputure has launched its STORM series, a new line of high-end tunable white LED monolights designed for cinematographers. These fixtures feature a five-color BLAIR engine to enhance spectral accuracy and provide sophisticated color control without sacrificing output, aiming to improve natural light and skin tone rendering for professional sets.
ZEISS has introduced the Panoptes 65, a new line of ten large-format cinema prime lenses designed for 65mm cinematography, all featuring a uniform T2.2 T-stop. These lenses support eXtended Data (XD) and integrate with the ZEISS CinCraft ecosystem for virtual production and VFX workflows. Deliveries are scheduled to begin late summer 2026 for most focal lengths, with others following in 2027.
Sony announced RIALTO 65, an extension system for its VENICE 2 8K camera, enabling a 65mm image format. This system enhances cinematographers' flexibility by allowing the camera head to detach up to 12 meters, making it suitable for tight spaces or specialized camera work.
Matthews Studio Equipment has released the Black Hyper-Chrome Matthellini2, a re-engineered version of its iconic Matthellini Clamp. This new model offers superior durability and versatility, featuring enhanced grip performance, stainless steel components, and quicker setup for professionals on set.
Sony Electronics is set to launch two new compact 4K PTZ cameras, the SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10, near the end of 2026. The SRG-AS10 features AI auto-framing technology, while both models support 4K 60p and enhanced pan/tilt performance, targeting diverse professional AV environments from remote learning to sports capture. They will be showcased at InfoComm in Las Vegas.
GatesAir has opened a new office and operations center, GatesAir Brasil Ltda., in Pouso Alegre, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This facility will provide in-country assembly, service, and support for its television and radio transmission products to support Brazil's DTV+ transition and ATSC 3.0 adoption. The investment strengthens GatesAir's regional presence and will include a regional AirWatch365 monitoring hub.
Swiss broadcaster La Télé implemented a Blackmagic Design-based backbone to produce National League ice hockey coverage concurrently with its daily operations. The system interconnects La Télé's Lausanne and Villars-sur-Glâne facilities using a Blackmagic Videohub routing matrix, enabling dual control room workflows for efficient content delivery. This setup allows La Prod, La Télé's production arm, to produce French-language studio programming for MySports.
Telycam has introduced a new lineup of broadcast PTZ cameras designed for live production, education, and corporate communication. These new models feature advanced sensor technology and optical performance, aiming to seamlessly integrate into existing broadcast workflows with low-latency video output and industry-standard control interfaces.
CaptureLinker introduces a new device that enables HDMI video sources to stream directly to Apple Vision Pro at 1080p 60fps with low latency. This expands the utility of the Vision Pro headset for gaming, media, and live feeds by bridging external devices. The product aims to make traditional hardware compatible with immersive spatial computing environments.
Nvidia unveiled RTX Spark, a new system-on-a-chip for Windows PCs, featuring a 20-core Arm CPU, Blackwell GPU, and 1 petaflop of AI performance. This 'superchip' is designed to power premium Windows laptops and mini PCs, with Microsoft, Dell, Asus, HP, Lenovo, and MSI launching devices this fall. The new chip targets high-performance tasks including 12K 4:2:2 video editing and 3D renders, with Adobe rebuilding core rendering engines for optimization.
PTZOptics, Detect-It, and Comtronix are set to demonstrate industrial AI inspection systems at Automate 2026, focusing on real-time visual inspection in manufacturing environments. The collaboration will showcase on-premise AI deployments using PTZOptics cameras, Detect-It AI software, and Comtronix industrial PCs. They aim to provide practical, scalable solutions for factory automation, moving beyond complex AI pilot projects to live production.
The ASUS ProArt 15.6-inch 4K HDR SDI monitor, designed for professional video production and color grading, is currently available on Amazon for $979.30, a discount from its $999 list price. This monitor features 12G-SDI input and Calman-verified Delta E < 2 accuracy, making it suitable for on-set monitoring and post-production workflows. While a small discount, its features make it a notable option for professionals needing accurate, portable 4K playback.
wTVision provided real-time graphics services for the Judo Grand Prix Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, marking their first presence in the country. They utilized their CombatStats CG solution to integrate data from the official provider and control graphics in real-time. This highlights wTVision's ongoing partnership with the International Judo Federation for covering sports competitions globally.
Video Assist 2.2, an iPad app, has been updated to include timecode support via Tentacle Sync devices, record triggers for select Sony and Panasonic cameras, and new drag-and-drop functionality for iPad editing software. The update also features vertical desqueeze for anamorphic formats, improved audio meters, and under-the-hood refinements for frame accuracy and playback. Developed by an Australian VTR operator, the app aims to bring professional video tools to a wider audience using affordable hardware.
wTVision is providing on-air graphics, including its Studio CG product, for the reality show "Secret Story" produced by Endemol and broadcast on TVI in Portugal. This highlights wTVision's role in live broadcast production, managing lower/upper thirds, bugs, clocks, and graphics for studio LED walls.
wTVision is providing basketball broadcast graphics services, including its Basketball Stats CG product, to BELGACOM 5 Channel for the Ethis League. This partnership highlights specialized graphics solutions for live sports broadcasting and data management. It also mentions other complementary tools like Sports Commentator, Intellistats, and Sports Manager.
Matrox Video has launched its new Maevex MGX Series, IPMX-ready 4K60 AV-over-IP encoders and decoders. These devices are designed for enterprise AV and control rooms, offering ultra-low latency and 20x bandwidth efficiency compared to other ProAV codecs. The series supports H.265 4:4:4 and integrates USB support for various interactive workflows.
