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.
Sky UK has extended its satellite capacity partnership with SES into the 2030s to maintain support for its Sky Q platform. The agreement ensures continued satellite delivery for millions of subscribers while the operator manages a long-term transition to its internet-based Sky Glass and Sky Stream services.
LiveU has launched the 900Q, a bonded cellular encoder that integrates AI-driven IQ technology for automated network selection via eSIMs. The unit supports 4:2:2 10-bit HDR video and multi-camera production, targeting remote broadcast and sports workflows.
The article examines how unsynchronized clocks in DSP amplifiers lead to phase shifts and wavefront instability in line array systems, a phenomenon identified as the 1-Sample Trap. It evaluates various synchronization standards, noting that while AES67 and Milan provide sufficient precision, Dante PTPv1 may struggle under poor network conditions.
At IBC 2026, Sony showcased its 'Creativity Connected' strategy, emphasizing the integration of IP-based infrastructure, AI, and virtual production tools. The initiative aims to provide broadcasters and cinematic producers with more flexible, hybrid workflows that bridge acquisition, processing, and distribution.
Orthogone Technologies has launched an ultra-low-latency FPGA IP portfolio designed for AMD UltraScale+ and Versal platforms. The suite includes Ethernet MAC/PCS, TCP/UDP offload engines, and PCIe DMA controllers, targeting compute-intensive applications like high-performance networking and communications.
ESPN is upgrading its NHL broadcast production by integrating Dolby Atmos for select tentpole events and increasing microphone density on the ice. The network is also transitioning to a new Studio W facility and a SMPTE ST 2110-based remote production workflow to maintain broadcast continuity.
Universities are increasingly integrating virtual production (VP) technology into their facilities to support multidisciplinary research, teaching, and industry collaboration. Unlike commercial stages, these academic environments require high levels of flexibility and robustness to accommodate diverse workflows, student turnover, and varied technical requirements.
Maris-Tech has secured a $10-million contract to supply video processing, encoding, and edge-computing systems for manned defense aircraft in partnership with Magam Safety. The project will utilize the company's Jupiter and Opal platforms to provide low-latency streaming and ruggedized recording capabilities for tactical environments.
PlanValley deployed an integrated production system for the Lidl Final4 handball tournament, featuring an ASB GlassFloor LED surface, Disguise media servers, and Kinexon tracking. The project combined real-time generative graphics and positional data to create a unified visual experience for both in-arena spectators and broadcast audiences.
Blackmagic Design has launched Fairlight Live, a software-based audio mixing application for macOS and Windows that supports SMPTE 2110 workflows and immersive audio. The system integrates with the company's ATEM switchers and offers optional hardware control panels for live broadcast and performance environments.
The International Swimming League has selected Gravity Media as its official broadcast production partner for the upcoming ISL All-Star Match in London. The partnership will leverage Gravity Media's specialized production hardware, including robotic camera systems and underwater technology, to enhance the live broadcast experience.
Appear announced updates to its X, VX, Hub, and XM product lines at IBC 2026, focusing on hybrid live production workflows. Key additions include a hardware-enforced ST 2110 trust boundary for security and expanded cloud-native processing capabilities for the VX platform.
Noctua and Prusa have launched the CAIM1, a 4K interchangeable-lens camera that integrates hardware-encrypted C2PA content provenance. The device utilizes a Noctua NF-A4x10 5V PWM fan for thermal management to support secure, auditable media capture workflows.
Executive producer Ben Winston will keynote the SVG Live 2026 summit on November 10 in Los Angeles. The event will focus on live production workflows, including cloud, REMI, and virtual production technologies for major sports and entertainment events.
Asian News International (ANI) has implemented Grass Valley's AMPP cloud orchestration and Framelight X to centralize its ingest and media management workflows. The deployment supports 32 concurrent ingest channels across SDI and SRT, enabling faster content delivery for broadcast and digital platforms.
Sphere Entertainment and Disguise have entered a multi-year partnership to co-develop specialized video playback and production workflows for current and future international Sphere venues. The collaboration focuses on scaling Disguise's media server technology to meet the unique, large-scale visual requirements of the venue operator's global expansion.
Broadcast Radio has released a plugin for Myriad Playout 7.1 that enables integration with Elgato Stream Deck hardware. The update allows operators to map physical buttons to various broadcast control functions, including media player management, log navigation, and recording triggers.
ARRI has partnered with HONOR to integrate its professional imaging pipeline, including LogC3 and ARRI Looks, into the Magic9 Pro Max smartphone. This collaboration aims to introduce ARRI's professional color science and branding to the consumer mobile market.
Grass Valley announced the launch of its AVORA all-in-one live production system and the LDX C180 cinematic camera at IBC2026. The company also showcased its Dynamic Media Facility, demonstrating the integration of SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 infrastructure with software-defined workflows via the ACE-3901-GRID.
NBC Sports is deploying its Sunday Night Baseball production playbook, including 24-camera setups and IP-based mobile units, to cover the MLB Wild Card round across NBC, Peacock, and NBCSN. The strategy leverages shared infrastructure from the network's NBA coverage to maintain consistent production quality across multiple concurrent playoff games.
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is transitioning its 11 Johannesburg studios to an IP-based production workflow using Ikegami UHK-X600 cameras and Evertz ST 2110 core routers. The project will follow a modular, hybrid SDI-to-IP approach to accommodate infrastructure upgrades across the facility.
Qualcomm has introduced its 6th-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite processors, featuring a new hardware-based imaging pipeline called Intelligent Pixel Control and integrated C2PA provenance support. The chips enable real-time, pixel-level scene segmentation and advanced color grading, providing OEMs with granular control over mobile camera processing.
MultiDyne will showcase its expanded technology portfolio at CABSAT 2026, featuring newly acquired MRMC robotics alongside its existing fiber transport and IP-based production solutions. The demonstration will highlight the integration of these systems for hybrid SDI/IP production environments.
Samsung and SK Telecom have deployed a private 5G network at Hana Financial Group's headquarters in South Korea. The infrastructure utilizes network slicing and multi-layered security to support enterprise operations while meeting strict financial sector data requirements.
Adobe's Dave Helmly discusses the integration of agentic AI features into Premiere Pro and the importance of secure, cloud-based media workflows. The discussion highlights a collaborative approach with Iodyne storage to minimize data movement and enhance security during remote production.
Appear announced updates to its X and VX platforms at IBC 2026, including JPEG-XS support, hardware-enforced ST 2110 trust boundaries, and automated cloud-gateway workflows. The company advocates for a unified operational model that integrates hardware and software for live production environments.
Framestore utilized proprietary muscle simulation tools and real-time Unreal Engine workflows to integrate digital creatures and environments into the film Heart of the Beast. The production team combined lidar-scanned location data with practical sets and on-set puppetry to maintain a grounded, location-based aesthetic.
SGO has launched Workflows Slate, a browser-based application designed to automate the creation and management of burn-ins and slate templates using dynamic metadata. The tool integrates with SGO's existing Workflows platform to streamline post-production and delivery pipelines.
The Zhiyun Molus X100 is a compact 100W bi-color LED fixture designed for portable production and tight-space lighting. This review evaluates its spectral output, power efficiency, and practical utility for documentary and mobile video workflows.
Gravity Media deployed a full IP-based production workflow for the 20th Solheim Cup, utilizing its NOVA 112 truck and 40 km of fiber and SMPTE cabling. The project involved managing complex logistics across five major golf events, including the integration of multiple international broadcasters.
Teleste has announced a new receiver module for its Luminato 4X4 platform that converts live OTT streams into formats suitable for local cable or IPTV distribution. The module supports MPEG-DASH and Widevine DRM, allowing operators to deliver streaming content to legacy television systems in environments like hotels and hospitals.
Production company 2Vision deployed a Blackmagic Design workflow to manage multicamera video for Dawid Podsiadło’s stadium tour. The setup utilized URSA Broadcast G2 cameras, ATEM 4 M/E Constellation 4K switchers, and a Videohub 120x120 12G to handle over 20 sources for complex LED screen delivery.
swXtch.io has launched groundSwXtch, a software application designed to transport native, uncompressed AoIP formats like AES67 and ST 2110-30 over standard IP networks without the need for dedicated hardware codecs. The platform creates a unified hybrid network fabric across on-premises and cloud environments by utilizing a software overlay.
The U.S. Space Force is shifting toward a hybrid ground segment architecture that combines analog RF-over-fiber transport with digital processing to maintain signal integrity for high-frequency SATCOM. This approach aims to minimize signal degradation and latency in multi-orbit networks by delaying digitization until signals reach centralized processing environments.
Aurora Networks, a business of Vistance Networks, announced an expanded portfolio of 50G PON products and a Unified DOCSIS 4.0 Smart Amplifier at SCTE TechExpo26. The new hardware aims to support multi-gigabit network architectures and co-existence modes for cable operators.
Netflix utilized a large-scale deployment of 80 Sony PTZ and cinema-line cameras, managed by Cutting Edge Technical Services, for the reality series Wonka’s The Golden Ticket. The production leveraged S-Log consistency and AI-powered subject tracking to optimize the multi-camera workflow and post-production pipeline.
MultiDyne is showcasing its expanded portfolio at CABSAT 2026, featuring integrated MRMC robotics alongside its existing fiber transport and IP solutions. The company is highlighting new hardware including the SilverBack-IP camera adapter, the VF-9100 transport platform, and the MDoG-8800 module to support hybrid SDI/IP production workflows.
Intel has detailed its Xe3 graphics architecture for Panther Lake mobile processors, featuring increased L2 cache, revised register allocation, and updated thread scheduling. These architectural enhancements aim to improve graphics throughput and local AI performance for edge devices and laptops by optimizing memory traffic and compute engine utilization.
RFE received a Radio World Best of Show award at IBC 2026 for its Smart Link remote site management solution. The system integrates the Davicom Cortex 360 to provide autonomous edge control, environmental sensing, and automated redundancy switching for broadcast transmission sites.
RØDE has released firmware version 1.4 for its RØDECaster Video console series, adding 4K capture modes and NDI distribution capabilities. The update also expands the RØDECaster Sync workflow to the entire current-generation product family.
Harvard Athletics has standardized its live sports production workflow using AJA Video Systems' Mini-Converters, KONA capture cards, and Ki Pro recorders. The deployment supports the university's broadcast operations for platforms including ESPN+.
ACT Entertainment forecasts a widespread industry transition toward IP-based production infrastructures like Dante, NDI, and SMPTE ST 2110 by 2026. The shift emphasizes the convergence of AV and IT, necessitating enhanced focus on cybersecurity, real-time health monitoring, and data-driven workflows.
Park Road Post Production has completed a 4K restoration of Queen’s 1986 Budapest concert film using manual frame-by-frame stabilization, color grading, and audio remixing. The project, commissioned by Sony Music, will see a worldwide theatrical release on October 7.
PlayBox Technology has introduced Celebro Play, an AI-native media orchestration platform designed to centralize control over fragmented legacy broadcast infrastructure. The platform aims to improve operational visibility and reduce manual intervention across multi-vendor environments without requiring a full system replacement.
The GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS camera is criticized for labeling non-integer framerates like 23.976, 29.97, and 59.94 as integer values in its menu. Industry experts argue this practice is deceptive and are calling for a firmware update to accurately reflect standard broadcast framerates.
Boland Communications has launched the X4K-OLED HDR Series, a new line of self-emissive OLED broadcast monitors. The series supports SMPTE ST 2110 IP connectivity and 12G-SDI transport for professional color grading and live production environments.
Apple has opened Apple Music Hall in London, a 600-capacity venue equipped with integrated production infrastructure, including 16-camera broadcast capabilities and professional mixing studios. The facility is designed to support both intimate live performances and global livestreaming directly to the Apple Music platform.
The band Hecht utilized Green Hippo Hippotizer media servers to manage real-time Notch effects and live camera feeds for a performance at Zurich's Hallenstadion. The production integrated pre-programmed content with spontaneous live inputs across a large-scale LED canvas.
8devices has opened early access for the 8Sight T100, a compact thermal camera integrating a Lynred ATI320 sensor with an STMicro STM32N6 microcontroller. The device is designed for edge AI processing in industrial and robotics applications, supporting H.264 and MJPEG streaming.
Counterpoint Research evaluated Jabra’s enterprise collaboration portfolio at InfoComm India 2026, focusing on the PanaCast video series, Evolve3 headsets, and the Jabra+ management platform. The analysis highlights how AI-driven features and hardware modularity contribute to improved hybrid meeting experiences and reduced total cost of ownership for enterprises.
