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.
ESPN has completed a major studio refresh for the SEC Network in Charlotte and rebuilt its flagship Studio W in Bristol, CT. The Bristol facility now features SMPTE ST 2110 infrastructure, 1080p HDR, and UHD production capabilities to support college football and NFL programming.
CBS Sports has upgraded its lead Big Ten college football production to HDR using F&F Productions' GTX-21 mobile units and HLG workflows. The transition includes the integration of Fujinon shallow depth-of-field lenses and remote AR graphics, alongside a new production leadership team.
Blackmagic Design has implemented significant price reductions of up to 41% on its PYXIS 6K and Cinema Camera 6K models, citing improved component costs. The price adjustments lower the entry point for the company's professional full-frame cinema camera lineup to $1595.
PTZOptics is showcasing its new Rise 4K broadcast PTZ camera and automated multicamera production workflows at IBC2026. The demonstration highlights the camera's 1-inch 50MP sensor and integrated software tools designed to streamline professional production for smaller teams.
Shotoku Broadcast Systems has announced the Aura E2 PTZ Elevator, a studio pedestal designed to provide 1.2 meters of variable-speed elevation for PTZ camera workflows. The system integrates with the company's existing TR-XPTZ control system and P2 panner to support professional studio production environments.
Haivision has integrated its CellLink 5G external modem and antenna array with the Makito ONE video platform to enable bonded cellular contribution. The update allows broadcasters to combine Ethernet and multiple 5G paths using the SST protocol for resilient live remote production.
Net Insight has launched the Nimbra 1020G, a 1U modular platform designed for high-density IP media processing and switching. The device integrates SMPTE ST 2110 processing, JPEG XS compression, and the company's Trust Boundary technology to facilitate secure live media exchange between independent networks.
NEP Group will showcase its EU-01 hybrid IP production unit and expanded NEP Platform software ecosystem at IBC2026. The demonstration highlights the company's strategy of combining software-defined orchestration with traditional broadcast infrastructure for live sports and entertainment production.
Broadcast technology providers are currently split between two competing 'future-ready' facility models: one prioritizing IT-standardization and reduced specialist headcount, and another focusing on creative expansion through XR, VR, and multi-format production. This divergence forces streaming and broadcast executives to choose between optimizing for lower total cost of ownership or increasing production flexibility.
VodafoneThree has launched a 5G standalone service called SuperMobile in the UK, utilizing network slicing to offer guaranteed minimum speeds of 15 Mbit/s. The service aims to monetize the operator's infrastructure investment by providing a premium tier for consumers and businesses, positioning it as a direct competitor to BT's EE 5G Fast Lane.
Imagine Communications introduced the Magellan PanelFlex control surface and integrated Model Context Protocol interfaces across its product portfolio at IBC2026. These updates aim to simplify hybrid IP/SDI production management and provide a standardized foundation for agentic AI systems to interact with live infrastructure.
Leyard Europe is showcasing its Planar DirectLight Pro Series LED video walls at IBC 2026 within a live studio environment. The demonstration features an integrated ST 2110 IP-based workflow utilizing Panasonic cameras, Brompton Technology processing, and KST Moschkau automation.
Sound Devices will showcase its Astral Mini Plus transmitter and Astral v8.40 firmware at IBC2026 in Amsterdam. The demonstration will highlight workflow integrations between the company's wireless audio platform and 8-Series mixer-recorders.
EVS has announced the Neuron 4X, a software-defined media processing platform featuring 400Gb/s connectivity and increased processing density for live IP and UHD production. The platform is designed to scale infrastructure capacity and will launch with the Bridge 4X IP gateway application at IBC2026.
Panasonic Connect Europe has announced new KAIROS IT/IP control panels and updates to its Image Adjust Pro software, including automated color-matching features for live production. The updates aim to simplify color correction across cameras and LED walls, with hardware and software releases scheduled between Q4 2026 and Q3 2027.
FOR-A has rebranded its viztrick AiDi technology into a dedicated AI brand, launching two new products: Go Vertical! AiDi for real-time 9:16 mobile cropping and AiDi Sports Hub for live sports data visualization. The tools utilize on-device processing to enable low-latency vertical formatting and automated player tracking for live production workflows.
Camera Intelligence has integrated Google’s Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash and Runway’s Aleph 2.0 into its Caira camera to enable AI-driven video effects. The new features, currently in private beta, allow users to apply relighting, reframing, and motion templates to captured footage for rapid previsualization.
Ezurio has announced the Carbon AM67, a System-on-Module (SOM) based on the Texas Instruments AM67x processor. The module features hardware-accelerated 4K60 video encoding/decoding and 4 TOPS of AI performance, targeting industrial HMI and edge vision applications.
proteanTecs and MegaChips have entered a partnership to integrate embedded monitoring and deep-data analytics into MegaChips' ASIC and LSI designs. The collaboration aims to improve power efficiency, reliability, and performance for AI hardware and co-packaged optics throughout the product lifecycle.
Solid State Logic has announced the TCA Tour, a portable broadcast production system based on its System T platform, which will debut at IBC 2026. The unit supports ST 2110, AES67, and Dante protocols, and features new OSC integration and vocal processing capabilities via the v4.3 software update.
TAG Video Systems has announced TAG Blue, a cloud-based platform designed to provide shared visibility and AI-powered root-cause analysis across media delivery chains. The platform aims to reduce mean time to repair by correlating telemetry data across siloed workflows and is scheduled for a preview at IBC2026.
Flanders Scientific has released a free beta firmware update for its DM Series monitors, adding the GaiaColor Analyzer for automated calibration verification and QC reporting. Additionally, the company updated its XMP and XMP C Series monitors to version 3.2.12, which improves profile save-and-recall functionality.
Crispin Corporation has announced a suite of automation tools for newsrooms, including the AI-powered FASTWheel for automated rundown creation and Secondary Records for live event capture. The update also highlights OTTlink, which provides SCTE-35 metadata for dynamic ad insertion in OTT and FAST environments.
AxelTech is announcing new features for its broadcast hardware lineup at IBC 2026, including native VoIP calling and a professional-grade Dante interface card for the Oxygen 3000 Plus console. The company is also updating its Tiger and Falcon series with improved IT security features such as LDAP authentication and HTTPS support.
Nevion, a Sony Group company, has announced the general availability of MOXELA, a software-based media processing platform for live video, audio, and data. The platform supports H.265, NDI, and the Media eXchange Layer (MXL) standard, enabling deployment on COTS servers or cloud infrastructure for live production workflows.
FOX Sports utilized Appear's X Platform to manage contribution and production for all 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The deployment involved 60 JPEG XS TR-07 paths and 26 HEVC paths connecting the International Broadcast Center in Dallas with the PICO facility in Los Angeles.
IBC 2026 in Amsterdam will feature a dedicated sports technology showcase, including real-time 360-degree replay and AI-driven commentator tools developed by Olympic Broadcasting Services. The event will also host proof-of-concept projects testing agentic AI for live production and open network APIs for 5G workflows with partners including DAZN, BBC, and AWS.
x-dream-media is set to debut a 'Social First' production workflow for its x-dream-Fabrik news platform at IBC 2026. The system integrates AI-assisted research, metadata enrichment, and cross-media adaptation tools into a single newsroom environment to streamline content creation for social, digital, and broadcast platforms.
Telos Alliance is expanding its Jünger Audio flexAI platform with the introduction of CastCompanion, an autonomous mixing engine designed for live sports and news production. The update also adds 12G-SDI and NDI connectivity, alongside a new integration with TVU MediaMesh to support scalable audio processing across hardware and cloud environments.
Qvest is set to demonstrate a multi-vendor Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) at IBC 2026, showcasing a software-defined production environment built on commodity hardware and cloud infrastructure. The demonstration aims to provide a practical blueprint for broadcasters to transition from dedicated hardware to shared, flexible resources using ST 2110 and MXL standards.
ESPN has launched Studio W, a 9,200-square-foot facility in Bristol that utilizes a 148-million-pixel LED environment and SMPTE ST 2110 infrastructure. The studio features a custom rendering pipeline and Sony HDC-5500 cameras to support simultaneous multi-camera XR production for live sports broadcasts.
MakeMake lead colorist Jonny Thorpe discusses the technical management of complex HDR and SDR color pipelines in high-end commercial and music video production. He highlights the integration of Baselight and DaVinci Resolve within workflows that bridge color, VFX, and editorial teams.
AJA Video Systems has announced the FS8, a 1RU media processor designed to bridge SDI and IP infrastructures. The device supports SMPTE ST 2110 and 12G-SDI, offering frame synchronization and conversion for up to eight HD or four UltraHD channels.
DJI has officially launched the Osmo 360 II camera at IFA Berlin, confirming global pricing and technical specifications including dual 1-inch square HDR sensors and 8K60 video capabilities. The device features a modular lens design and is scheduled for market availability on September 15.
Hollyland has launched the Pyro 7 Ultra, a 7-inch wireless monitor featuring a 1,500-nit QD-LCD display and proprietary Twin-WiFi technology. The device supports 4K60 video transmission with 20ms latency and is designed for professional film and remote production workflows.
The global image signal processor market is projected to grow from $4.24 billion in 2025 to $4.62 billion in 2026, driven by advancements in edge AI, 8K video, and multi-camera systems. This growth is fueled by increasing demand for high-performance imaging in automotive, surveillance, and consumer electronics sectors.
Spanish LED manufacturer Alfalite will showcase its virtual production and live broadcast display solutions at IBC 2026. The demonstrations will take place across the Brainstorm, wTVision, and EVS stands, highlighting integration with real-time graphics and studio workflows.
Cartoni is set to debut its Lambda 15 and HyperRoll camera support systems at IBC2026, alongside several other fluid heads and encoded jib systems. These new tools are designed to support virtual production, sports broadcasting, and remote workflows by providing motion tracking data and specialized mounting for various camera configurations.
Actus Digital is updating its Actus X monitoring platform with native support for LiveU Reliable Transport (LRT) and a redesigned browser-based multiviewer. The update, to be demonstrated at IBC2026, focuses on improving cloud scalability and providing role-specific workspaces for broadcast and streaming operations.
Sennheiser is expanding its Spectera wideband wireless ecosystem with the new SKM handheld microphone and a ZMAN module for native ST 2110-30 integration. These additions, alongside new Neumann studio monitors and capsule heads, aim to bridge wireless audio capture with IP-based broadcast and live production workflows.
Sony has announced limited-time instant rebates of up to $2,000 on its BVM-HX3110 and PVM-X3200 TRIMASTER professional monitors. The promotion, which runs through October 31, applies to these 4K HDR displays used for critical color evaluation and studio monitoring.
ESPN is celebrating the 40th season and 500th road show of College GameDay, a massive remote production operation requiring 130 crew members and 11 semi-trucks. The production has evolved from a simple set into a complex, multi-stage environment that integrates live event infrastructure with broadcast technology.
Panasonic has announced the AW-UE200 and AW-UER200 4K PTZ cameras, which feature the industry's first global shutter MOS sensor in a PTZ form factor. The new models support SMPTE ST 2110, 180 fps HD recording, and vertical video output, with a scheduled release in Q2 2027.
Canon U.S.A. has announced firmware updates for its 4K PTZ camera lineup, adding internal SDXC card recording at up to 600 Mbps and AI-driven face registration tracking. The update also expands the functionality of the RC-IP1000 controller to include Stream Deck support and integration with the EOS C50 cinema camera.
Kiloview is set to demonstrate a hybrid AV-over-IP production workflow at IBC 2026, featuring a preview of NDI 6.4 capabilities. The showcase will highlight the integration of wireless bonding encoders, centralized management via KiloLink Station Pro, and the U4 IP Video Dock for professional IP-to-USB/HDMI connectivity.
BIG EAST Senior Associate Commissioner Scott Hecht discusses the evolution of university control rooms into network-grade production facilities. The conference is leveraging its media-rights partnerships to transition campus operations from basic game coverage to sophisticated, professional-level live production and storytelling.
Lumens has launched the OIP-N60D-ND, a 4K multi-format decoder that supports NDI HX3, Dante AV-H, and RTSP streams. The device is designed for system integrators to bridge networked IP audio and video sources to HDMI 2.0 and USB-C outputs for production and conferencing environments.
Bridge Technologies has integrated support for Blackmagic Design's license-free IP10 codec into its VB440 production probe. This integration allows broadcasters to monitor high-frame-rate Ultra HD video in ST 2110 environments over 10 Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure.
ENCO is updating its Qimera virtual production platform with 3D talent tracking, LED-based extended reality support, and Unreal Engine 5.6 integration. The updates aim to improve studio efficiency by enabling multiple production modes from a single server and incorporating MOS connectivity for newsroom workflows.
wTVision will demonstrate an integrated production ecosystem at IBC2026, showcasing tools for real-time graphics, playout automation, and AR workflows. The presentation will highlight the R³ Engine macOS Edition and the convergence of linear and mobile-first distribution models.
