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.
France Télévisions is continuing its migration to ST 2110 IP video production infrastructure by deploying Imagine Communications' SNP-XS, a new addition to Imagine's SNP product lineup. This project represents the first major broadcast deployment of the SNP-XS.
This article discusses the accelerating migration of broadcasters and production companies, particularly in sports content, towards full or hybrid IP infrastructures, indicating that IP technology in production is reaching a mature phase.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AJA announced new firmware features for its IP25-R device at NAB 2026, adding a transmit (TX) mode to its existing receive (RX) capabilities. The IP25-R, originally a 2110-to-SDI/HDMI converter, can now also convert SDI/HDMI to ST 2110 for IP network distribution, functioning as a gateway for hybrid IP environments. New features also include a built-in test signal generator and simplified workflow tools, available immediately as a free firmware update.
AJA launched the BRIDGE LIVE IP at NAB 2026, a new IP gateway designed to connect ST 2110 IP video with other IP formats such as SRT, NDI, and JPEG XS. The device features two 25 gig SFP ports for ST 2110 and a 10 gig interface for encoded formats, aiming to simplify complex IP video workflows in live production environments.
Zero Density and Chaos announced an R&D partnership to showcase real-time ray tracing for virtual studios and extended reality (XR). This collaboration will debut "Reality 5 with Chaos Vantage" at Zero Density's booth at NAB Show 2026.
TAG Video Systems has integrated its real-time monitoring and quality control solutions with AWS Elemental MediaConnect Router. This integration aims to provide broadcasters with enhanced monitoring capabilities for dynamic live video workflows operating in the cloud.
Imagine Communications plans to showcase new ST 2110 and hybrid IP/SDI solutions at the 2026 NAB Show. These solutions are intended for modernizing broadcast workflows, including production and playout facilities.
Kiloview released a firmware update for its D350 device, introducing support for Zixi, OPUS audio, and RTSP multicast decoding capabilities. The update also includes new log modules, user authentication options, and performance optimizations for HLS reconnection and A/V sync logic. These enhancements improve the device's video processing and transport functionalities.
Kiloview released a firmware update for its RD-260 device, introducing support for Zixi protocol and OPUS audio decoding, alongside RTSP multicast stream decoding. The update also includes bug fixes for SRT video sources and audio output issues, and optimizations for HLS reconnection and audio/video synchronization. This enhancement improves the device's capabilities for professional AV over IP applications.
Zero Density will preview real-time ray tracing for virtual studios and extended reality (XR), developed in an R&D partnership with Chaos, at NAB. The company will also showcase AI newsroom tools and automatic lens profiling features at its booth.
This article discusses the evolution of the multiviewer from a traditional wall of screens to an operations intelligence tool in modern broadcast environments. It highlights how the expanding scope of operations has driven this technological shift. The piece emphasizes the multiviewer's role in providing operational insights.
Registration is now open for Integrate 2026, the annual AV industry event in Australia and New Zealand, taking place from September 2-4 at ICC Sydney. The event will feature over 120 exhibitors, an expanded conference program including an AI in AV Mini Conference, AETM K–12 Conference, AV Industry Awards, CEDIA Industry Leaders Forum, SMPTE Oceania Industry Forum, and AVIXA Women’s Council Forum.
TAG Video Systems has joined the MXL Interoperability Initiative, committing to multi-vendor testing. This participation aims to support customers in the transition towards IP production within broadcast infrastructure.
Telestream has enhanced its Vantage Iconik MAM connector to support live production workflows. This update enables features such as live capture and edit-while-ingest capabilities. Additionally, the connector now integrates AI-driven metadata for faster content turnaround times.
This article explores the evolution of production models in live sports broadcasting. It specifically discusses the use of remote production, including IP-based workflows, and considerations for cost and scaling production across different locations.
Imagine Communications announced its plans to showcase its expanded multiviewer portfolio at the NAB 2026 conference. The company highlighted that these solutions provide purpose-built monitoring across various environments, from live production and master control to OTT, both on-premise and cloud-based.
Chyron will showcase its latest innovations in live production, AI, and graphics at NAB 2026, marking 60 years of operation. The company's presence at the event will highlight advancements in these areas.
Telestream and Mimir have integrated their technologies to create a modern news workflow. This integration combines Telestream's Global Ingest with Mimir's cloud-native Production Asset Management (PAM) system. The aim is to accelerate news production workflows for broadcasters and content creators.
TvTel, a provider of broadcast production services in Latin America, has deployed a remote production and contribution solution using Nevion's Virtuoso HEVC with a Sony-developed HEVC codec. This solution enables high-quality, low-latency live coverage for the Chilean football league from 32 stadiums to TvTel's headquarters in Santiago, reducing bandwidth consumption and costs. The setup includes Virtuosos in 8 OB trucks and Nevion VideoIPath for orchestration and broadcast control.
