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.
AVer Information Inc. has introduced the MT500 NDI Matrix Auto Tracking Box, a new device designed to integrate NDI video sources with its Pro AV cameras. This box enables simultaneous input and output of multiple NDI streams and features auto-tracking for PTZ cameras.
Blackmagic Design released the Desktop Video 16.0.1 update. This update specifically addresses and fixes a 12G-SDI bug identified on the DeckLink 8K Pro when the HDMI mezzanine card is not installed.
EVS has introduced Choreon, a new robotics control platform designed to unify the operation of multiple robotic systems within a single workflow. This platform aims to simplify and streamline live production operations.
Central Coast Studios has unveiled plans for a $260 million production precinct in New South Wales, Australia. The facility will incorporate integrated virtual production, motion capture, and esports capabilities.
NAB 2026 highlighted hybrid playout, AI workflows, and the industry's move toward flexible, software-defined broadcast systems, ten years after advancements in ST 2110 IP video transport. The event focused on the future work surrounding these areas.
Boxer Systems will exhibit at MPTS 2026, showcasing technology from partners including Synamedia, Telestream, Telos Alliance, AJA, Colorfront, iodyne, Safe-ion, and Bolin, with a focus on broadcast, post-production, and AV. Highlights include Synamedia's Quortex AI framework for streaming delivery, Telestream's Vantage media processing platform, and Bolin's new R9-L420N PTZ camera.
TAG Video Systems' Lens monitoring solution received multiple industry awards at NAB Show 2026, including the IAMT Impact Award, TV Tech Best of Show Award, and NAB Product of the Year. These accolades recognize Lens for its real-time operational visibility and ability to reduce alarm noise.
The article says SMPTE ST 2110 has matured into the operational backbone of modern media infrastructure, with deployments in new facilities, large-scale live productions, and hybrid environments. It also discusses how ST 2110 fits alongside newer efforts such as MXL and the Joint Taskforce on Dynamic Media Facilities (JT-DMF), which are described as addressing different layers of software-based media workflows.
Village Island has announced a major upgrade to its AI100 platform. The update introduces advanced capabilities for IP stream impairment and granular signal analysis for ST 2110-based broadcast and production workflows.
At NAB 2026, Matrox Video demonstrated advancements across four of its product areas. The showcase included updates to its Monarch EDGE series for encoding, the ConvertIP line for ST 2110 conversion, and the Vion and Avio KVM extender products for IP-based production workflows.
Encompass Digital Media has expanded its partnership with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to deliver broadcast-grade, cloud-native operational solutions. The announcement, made at the NAB Show, highlights the deepening collaboration to provides these services for broadcasters.
At NAB 2026, Atomos announced its acquisition of monitor manufacturer Flanders Scientific. The company also launched its new Sumo PRO-19 monitor-recorder-switcher and revealed an expansion of its PTZ and audio product ecosystem.
Cobalt Digital has introduced its Cobalt blueCORE family of standalone 1RU processors at the NAB Show. The new product line is designed for signal processing in both SDI and ST 2110 workflows.
Lawo has integrated swXtch.io's groundSwXtch software into its HOME management platform. The integration is designed to provide high-performance, software-defined multicast networking that extends on-premise IP media workflows to hybrid and cloud environments.
Amagi and Matrox Video have announced a partnership to enable cloud-based content production workflows. The collaboration is aimed at providing broadcasters with scalable, flexible, and efficient solutions.
Uplynk and Grass Valley have completed two broadcast deployments, shifting master control operations from satellite-based systems to cloud-based infrastructure. The projects represent a move away from traditional broadcast hardware towards cloud production workflows.
FOR-A has announced it will showcase a software-defined, AI-powered workflow at NAB 2026. According to the company, the system integrates AI technology with its high-performance 12G-SDI products, such as video switchers, processors, routing switchers, and multi-viewers.
Utah Scientific has expanded its Technology Partner Program with the addition of Audinate, Bitfocus, and Skaarhoj. The new integrations are intended to enhance hybrid SDI and IP workflows.
Grass Valley announced a unified media infrastructure framework being shown at the NAB Show. The system centers on the ACE-3901 gateway card, AMPP Orchestration, and the company's MXL-native AMPP OS. It is designed to handle ingest, routing, and processing workflows.
GoPro has announced a new product line, the MISSION 1, described as 'compact cinematic cameras' rather than action cameras. The new cameras feature larger sensors and support recording resolutions up to 8K at 60 frames per second.
Sony has announced a new line of multi-functional cameras targeting the television and film production industries. The product unveiling followed a week-long teaser campaign from the company.
Triveni Digital has updated its StreamScope MT-70 analyzer to include support for the ISDB-Tb standard. The update is aimed at Brazilian broadcasters to facilitate the country's transition to the TV 3.0 (DTV+) standard by enabling end-to-end monitoring and troubleshooting for both legacy and next-generation services during the simulcast period. The new version incorporates Brazil-specific support for SBTVD ABNT NBR 15603 tables and descriptors.
The article details the use of 5G technology for live sports, focusing on two main applications: private 5G networks for contribution and the 5G Broadcast standard for distribution. It cites successful deployments of private 5G for camera feeds at the Paris 2024 Olympics and the BBC's Coronation coverage, enabling more flexible and immersive production. The piece also explores the potential for 5G Broadcast to deliver low-latency, multi-angle content to fans in stadiums ("venue-casting"), while noting skepticism around device adoption and spectrum hurdles.
New research, conducted in partnership with Zixi, details the broadcast industry's shift from satellite and dedicated fiber to IP-based workflows for live operations. The report identifies commercial pressures, streaming growth, and the US C-band spectrum reallocation as key drivers for this adoption. According to the findings, live sports production is realizing significant gains by combining IP contribution with cloud-based Master Control Rooms to scale operations.
Universal Production Services, a unit of NBCUniversal, has signed an agreement with Hollywood Trucks Technologies to deploy a fleet of solar-powered, off-grid Ecoluxe brand trailers for its studio operations. The trailers are designed to reduce reliance on diesel generators by generating, storing, and distributing their own energy, while also providing amenities like Starlink WiFi and EV chargers. The first deployments have begun at the Universal Studios Lot in Los Angeles.
Netflix has released a report detailing its use of clean power technologies to replace diesel generators on its global film and television productions. According to the report, hydrogen power units, mobile batteries, and solar systems are now standard across all scripted Netflix-managed productions. The company cited specific examples, including "The Diplomat" using hydrogen for three seasons and "APEX" becoming Australia's first hydrogen-powered film, achieving diesel reductions between 40% and 75% on various sets.
In an analytical post, Infront Sports & Media argues that esports event production fundamentally differs from traditional TV, requiring a digital-first approach native to platforms like Twitch and YouTube. The piece posits that success depends on building a content ecosystem with creator watch parties and short-form content, rather than focusing on a single broadcast feed. It also highlights the need for repeatable competition structures to create stakes and rhythm for audiences, moving beyond isolated events.
ARRI has released software updates for its ALEXA 35 Live camera (SUP 6.0) and Live Production System LPS-1 (SUP 1.3). The updates introduce multi-matrix color correction, remote adjustment of exposure index settings, and the ability to switch between EI (ASA/ISO) and gain (dB) displays. The new features are set to be used at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Support for HDMI Fixed Rate Link (FRL), a key feature of the HDMI 2.1 specification, has been implemented for the open-source Nouveau graphics driver for NVIDIA GPUs on Linux. Developed by David Airlie at Red Hat, the patches leverage NVIDIA's GPU System Processor (GSP) firmware to enable higher display resolutions and refresh rates. The code, tested on an Ampere GPU, is expected to be proposed for inclusion in the Linux v7.2 kernel.
Roland Professional A/V has announced the V-1-4K, a compact 4K 60p video switcher designed for event production, corporate, and broadcast environments. The new hardware features five HDMI 2.0 inputs, built-in scalers, a USB-C 4K streaming output, and PTZ camera control capabilities. Concurrent with the hardware release, Roland also updated its Graphics Presenter software to Version 3.0, adding 4K support.
Mavis has launched Mavis Studio, a live production app for iPad that functions as a multi-camera switcher with support for up to four inputs. The app integrates with the Mavis Camera for iPhone/iPad, supports NDI with HX3, and includes a 16-channel audio mixer, graphics overlays, and waveform/vectorscope tools. It can stream via RTMP and SRT to popular platforms or output via NDI, and records locally using codecs like Apple ProRes.
Patton has announced its new US-manufactured FiberPlex TKIT-12G SDI Fiber Converter/Extender Kits, which are now available for pre-order. The kits are designed to transport 12G-SDI 4K video over single-mode optical fiber for distances up to 20 kilometers. Two configurations are available: a bidirectional single-channel model and a dual-channel model for transport over two fiber strands.
Encompass Digital Media announced a new fully managed, cloud-native Master Control service in partnership with Techex and Densitron, part of a strategic focus on live sports and cloud workflows. The service, called Altitude Events, uses Encompass's Altitude Media Cloud platform and Techex's tx darwin technology to enable broadcasters to deploy temporary workflows for live events. The company also highlighted its use of AI for workflow automation, such as scheduling and content discovery in archives.
Viewers on social media criticized Fox's broadcast of Saturday's IndyCar race from Phoenix, citing numerous production issues. The main complaints included audio problems, poor camerawork, too many commercials, and the lack of informative graphics like the leaderboard, which was not shown until lap 32. This is the second year of Fox's media rights deal for the IndyCar Series, which began in 2024.
An analysis of NAB Show 2026 highlights a pragmatic industry mood focused on efficiency, platform experimentation, and infrastructure renewal. Key themes from the show floor included broadcasters adopting multi-platform content strategies, a looming C-band transition deadline, and a tangible shift towards multi-cloud deployments with Google and Oracle challenging AWS. The article also notes growing interest in the MXL standard and a potential move to broadcast HDR by CBS.
At NAB Show 2026, Sony showcased a range of live and virtual production solutions, debuting its new "R Series" system camera lineup which will be available this summer. The company also launched the PXW-Z300 XDCAM, noted as the first handheld camcorder to support the C2PA standard for video authenticity. Additionally, Sony announced AI-powered firmware updates for its PTZ cameras and displayed the new ICP-X7000A control panel, which will be available in the fall.
Systems integrator Diversified has supported the buildout and integration of a new media operations center in Colorado for Mobile TV Group (MTVG). The new facility is designed to be the central hub for the MTVG Production Platform and its Media Control end-to-end solution. The project is part of Diversified's expansion of its capabilities for the live sports market, spanning production, playout, and broadcast facilities.
Matrox Video is integrating its Matrox Origin software-defined framework into Amagi’s cloud production architecture. The collaboration aims to enable more scalable and flexible broadcast workflows for both linear and streaming by creating a core video pipeline fabric for cloud-native, dynamically orchestrated environments.
Blackmagic Design announced a complete SMPTE 2110 production infrastructure built around 100G Ethernet, including new switchers, recorders, storage, and URSA Cine cameras with native 100G connectivity. The product suite, unveiled at the 2026 NAB Show and aimed at broadcast facilities, also includes the public beta of Fairlight Live audio software and DaVinci Resolve 21, which adds new AI-assisted tools. The company positioned the launch as a deliberate move to provide an integrated, high-end IP workflow for live production.
Bleacher Report is producing its annual "B/R NFL Draft Live" show, streaming on the B/R App, YouTube, and HBO Max, building on a record-breaking broadcast from the previous year. The production is a hybrid model, centralized in a New York City control room with a remote presence in Pittsburgh. The article details the technical workflow, which includes a Ross Carbonite switcher, DreamCatcher replay systems, and Haivision contribution encoders, emphasizing player-driven commentary and interactive fan engagement.
Fox Sports has selected Appear's media processing and gateway platform to support its remote production (REMI), live events, and large-scale IP workflows. The deployment will refresh existing infrastructure and establish a new standards-based workflow using SMPTE ST 2110 and JPEG XS for events including the 2026 World Cup. The rollout utilizes Appear's X Platform to provide a common technology foundation for both constrained and high-bandwidth contribution environments.
Fox Sports has selected Appear’s X Platform to serve as the foundation for its next-generation live sports production, including REMI workflows, premium "Jewel Events," and IP-based contribution for a major global soccer event in 2026. The deployment standardizes Fox Sports' infrastructure on a single platform that can handle various compression formats, such as JPEG XS over ST 2110 and HEVC over SRT. The rollout includes Appear's X20 platforms for primary production and X5 systems for distributed commentary workflows.
At the NAB Show, TAG Video Systems announced several updates focused on unified monitoring for distributed broadcast workflows. The company demonstrated an integration with AWS Elemental MediaConnect Router for real-time visibility into cloud routing, showcased new HDR quality control tools, and participated in a multi-vendor interoperability demo for the emerging Media Exchange Layer (MXL) initiative. The announcements are designed to provide a single monitoring layer across hybrid on-prem and cloud environments.
Zowietek Electronics, Ltd. announced its participation in Prolight + Sound 2026, where it will showcase its new ZowieBox Pro, an AI-powered edge computing terminal with NDI 6 and WiFi 6 support for 4K60 IP-based solutions. The company will also launch the POVZOOM full product line of cameras, including specialized models for podcasting, outdoor use, and operating rooms, alongside a new professional control keyboard. Zowietek will be part of the NDI Ecosystem Zone and emphasize an open ecosystem for system integrators.
In a post-show review of NAB 2026, cloud video platform Grabyo identifies key industry trends moving from discussion to practical execution. The company observed that AI is being integrated into production workflows for tasks like clipping and captioning, cloud production is now being treated as a standard for scaled operations, and live sports production is increasingly shaped by the demands of social and vertical video formats.
wTVision has integrated its R³ Engine and graphics ecosystem with Matrox Video's broadcast I/O infrastructure. The collaboration allows wTVision's rendering engines and graphics solutions to be deployed as integrated systems using Matrox Video I/O cards. The stated goal is to ensure deterministic output and reliability across SDI and ST 2110 environments for news, sports, and virtual set workflows.
Blackmagic Design announced the URSA Cine Immersive 100G camera and the URSA Cine Live Encoder, aimed at live immersive production workflows for Apple Immersive Video, and said both will be demonstrated at NAB Show 2026. The camera features dual 8Kx8K RGBW sensors, 100G Ethernet output, and a stated data rate under 50 Gb/s, while the encoder compresses immersive video into Apple ProRes and outputs SMPTE 2110-22 IP video over a 100G connection. Blackmagic says the camera was used for Spectrum Front Row, a series of live Los Angeles Lakers games in Apple Immersive Video during the 2025-26 season.
HYTEC INTER has launched the LLC-4000ME/MD, a rugged 4K video encoder and decoder solution designed for low-latency transmission in demanding outdoor and mobile environments. The system, featuring IP67 protection and BAERT adaptive transmission technology, supports H.264/H.265 encoding, UDP, RTSP, SRT, and Multicast protocols for stable video over unstable networks. It is targeted at applications such as disaster response, remote monitoring, and field operations requiring real-time situational awareness.
Zero Density, specializing in virtual studio productions, has won the NAB Product of the Year Award 2026 for its Traxis Hub platform. Traxis Hub is a professional camera tracking and lens profiling system.
TV Tech announced the winners of its Best of Show Awards at the 2026 NAB Show. The awards recognize innovation, feature set, cost efficiency, and performance in products serving the media and entertainment technology industry. Further details about specific winners or products are not provided in the article excerpt.
