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.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) awarded ORF and ARRI the Excellence in Media Award for their collaborative production of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest. The project utilized 24 ARRI ALEXA 35 Live cameras and automated color look workflows to achieve cinematic aesthetics in a live broadcast environment.
Sports Video Group has published the full session recordings from its 2026 Cloud & Content Workflows Summit on the SVG PLAY platform. The content covers technical tracks on cloud-based live production, AI-driven metadata logging, and tiered storage strategies for sports media archives.
At IBC 2026, Lawo expanded its HOME ecosystem with new graphics processing and stream sharing applications, alongside the European debut of its Edge One converged stagebox. These additions aim to streamline IP-native production workflows using SMPTE ST 2110 and NMOS standards.
BMC TV has upgraded its UK core network infrastructure using Adtran’s FSP 150 packet edge switching and routing portfolio. The deployment, implemented by Fibre Technologies Ltd, supports 100Gbit/s Ethernet services with a future-proof migration path to 400Gbit/s for live sports broadcast distribution.
Sony has announced two new G Master super-telephoto prime lenses, the FE 400mm F4.5 GM OSS and FE 600mm F6.3 GM OSS, designed for the Alpha E-mount ecosystem. The lenses feature XD Linear Motors for high-speed AF/AE tracking and are scheduled for release in October 2026.
East African broadcaster Azam TV has upgraded its outside broadcast vehicle with a Lawo IP audio ecosystem, including the mc²36 MkII console and HOME management platform. The installation enables unified signal routing and control across SMPTE ST 2110, AES67, and RAVENNA networks to streamline live sports and news production.
Voicemod has released Key Pocket, a MagSafe-compatible hardware device designed to enable real-time voice changing and soundboard functionality on mobile devices and gaming consoles. The launch occurs as the company faces compliance requirements under the EU AI Act, which mandates machine-readable labeling for synthetic audio.
The EBU awarded ORF and ARRI the 2026 Excellence in Media Award for their collaborative development of cinematic live production workflows during the Eurovision Song Contest. The project utilized 24 ARRI ALEXA 35 Live cameras and automated LUT-based color management to achieve high-end visual aesthetics in a large-scale live broadcast environment.
Television Content Analytics (TVC) is partnering with Globecast to launch The Matrix, an AI-powered remote production center in Singapore. The facility utilizes IP-based infrastructure and cloud workflows to support automated PTZ and Tier-1 live sports broadcasts, with commercial operations scheduled for October 2026.
Blackmagic Design has released the Camera 10.3 update for the URSA Cine 12K LF, introducing native SMPTE-2110 support for live production via 10G Ethernet. The update also adds a built-in DaVinci Resolve-based color corrector, B4 lens support, and improved imaging features to facilitate cinematic workflows in broadcast environments.
NVIDIA and PNY have announced the RTX PRO 5500 Blackwell workstation GPU, designed for rack-mounted enterprise deployments. The card features 84 GB of GDDR7 memory, ninth-generation NVENC encoders with 4:2:2 H.264/HEVC and AV1 support, and is targeted at generative AI and high-density media production workflows.
Fujitsu has announced the upcoming November 2026 launch of its 2nm FUJITSU-MONAKA CPU and associated sovereign AI servers, designed for high-throughput AI inference in data centers. The hardware utilizes 3D-stacking and Arm CCA to improve power efficiency and security, specifically targeting the Japanese and European markets.
Crusoe has opened a second 400,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to produce electrical infrastructure components like switchgear and enclosures. The expansion aims to support the company's Stargate Project and increase in-house production capacity for high-density AI compute deployments.
ELEMENTS has joined the Avid Media Composer Beta Testing Programme to ensure compatibility for shared storage and bin locking workflows. This partnership follows Avid's decision to restrict third-party storage project sharing to its Enterprise tier in the upcoming Media Composer 2026.8 release.
GoPro has released the MISSION 1 PRO ILS, an interchangeable-lens cinema camera featuring a 1-inch sensor and Micro Four Thirds mount, now available on Amazon. The camera is being marketed in a bundle with 7Artisans T1.05 manual cinema lenses to target professional production workflows.
Colorfront has integrated its Transkoder and On-Set Dailies tools with Qumulo NeuralSearch to write camera and color metadata directly into media files via the Qumulo Core REST API. This workflow allows metadata to remain persistent and searchable across storage tiers without the need for sidecar files or external crawlers.
Utah Scientific has introduced the UTAH-400 Series 2, a hybrid enterprise router capable of managing SDI, IP, and audio signals within a single frame. The platform supports SMPTE ST 2110 and ST 2022-6/8 workflows and scales from 72x72 to 1056x1056, featuring hot-swappable modules and a 10-year hardware warranty.
The University of Washington has launched Sundodger Studios, a new SMPTE ST 2110-based production facility designed by Anthony James Partners. The facility features four IP-based control rooms and is expected to reduce long-term operational costs by $2.6 million over a decade compared to traditional baseband infrastructure.
Blackmagic Design has released the Camera 10.3 update for the URSA Cine 12K LF, introducing native SMPTE-2110 support for live production workflows. The update also adds a DaVinci Resolve-based live color corrector, support for B4 lens adapters, and a 10-minute pre-record function.
Glyph has launched the Atom EX80, a portable USB4 80Gb/sec SSD designed for professional media workflows. The drive features sustained 7,000MB/sec read/write performance, integrated location tracking for Apple Find My and Android, and a ruggedized enclosure.
A technical review of the DJI Mic Mini Mobile RX reveals that live audio monitoring requires a rare passive USB-C to 3.5mm adapter due to hardware design constraints. Testing indicates that the current monitoring output suffers from high latency and low audio fidelity.
Cartoni has introduced the Lambda 15, a compact nodal head designed for jibs and sliders that supports 15kg payloads. The unit features integrated space for precision encoders to facilitate virtual production and camera tracking workflows in broadcast and cinema environments.
Rohde & Schwarz has introduced the TM1 air-cooled UHF transmitter series, which features native support for ATSC 3.0 and 5G Broadcast. The new hardware includes a renewal option for existing TMU9 installations, allowing broadcasters to upgrade their infrastructure for mobile TV and datacasting with reduced capital expenditure.
Video production workflows are shifting from physical media transfers to cloud-based collaborative environments that integrate project management, version control, and remote review. This transition enables distributed teams to centralize production management while utilizing proxy-based editing and automated API-driven workflows.
Red5 outlines the technical architecture for 5G live streaming, detailing the requirements for contribution and distribution workflows. The article explains how edge computing, network slicing, and protocols like WebRTC and SRT can be utilized to achieve sub-250ms latency in professional production environments.
TVC and Globecast have partnered to launch The Matrix, a Singapore-based remote production centre. The facility integrates TVC's AI-powered automated production software with Globecast's IP-based media infrastructure to support REMI and cloud-native live sports workflows.
The Media eXchange Layer (MXL) open-source framework has won the IBC 2026 Innovation Award for Content Creation. Developed by the EBU, CBC/Radio-Canada, and Grass Valley, the project provides a shared-memory architecture to enable low-latency interoperability between software-based media functions in live production clusters.
Teradek has introduced the Bolt 7, a wireless video system that integrates a dedicated 900 MHz radio for camera control and telemetry alongside zero-delay video transmission. The new hardware supports 12G-SDI 4K and is designed to consolidate on-set data and video workflows into a single transmitter-receiver ecosystem.
BenQ has launched the PV3250U and PV2750U 4K monitors, designed for professional color-accurate video editing and post-production workflows. The displays feature IPS Black panels, 16-bit hardware calibration, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity to support high-end creative environments.
AJA Video Systems has launched the FS8, a 1RU media processor capable of handling eight channels of HD or four channels of 4K with support for hybrid SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 workflows. The device features integrated Colorfront Engine processing and is designed to support future IPMX standards for Pro AV and broadcast environments.
DZOFILM has launched two new full-frame cinema zoom lenses, the 25-75mm and 65-180mm T2.6, designed for 8K production environments. The lenses feature parfocal designs, internal zooming, and matched gear positions to facilitate efficient lens swaps on handheld and gimbal rigs.
Angelbird has launched its fourth-generation AV PRO and AV PRO SE CFexpress Type A cards, designed for high-bitrate recording in Sony Cinema Line and Alpha cameras. The new lineup offers capacities up to 1600 GB and features VPG800 certification to support demanding 8K RAW and X-OCN workflows.
Litepanels has introduced the Space Light Kit for its Gemini 2x1 Hard LED fixture, designed as an energy-efficient replacement for traditional tungsten spacelights in film and stage production. The kit offers RGBWW color control and is intended to reduce power consumption by up to 90% while simplifying overhead rigging.
Studio Technologies has launched the Model 791 Control Console, a compact interface designed for secondary monitoring locations in broadcast and post-production environments. The unit connects via RS-485 to the company's StudioComm for Dante central controllers, allowing for precise control of listening levels and reference functions.
Matrox Video has integrated its ORIGIN media services with NVIDIA's Holoscan for Media reference architecture using a Kubernetes-native operator. The integration allows developers to manage software-defined live production functions like color correction and audio shuffling on NVIDIA-accelerated infrastructure.
Calrec has announced the Type RT compact digital console and the Apex M6 1U modular I/O platform, both designed to support ST2110-native IP workflows. These products aim to provide scalable, flexible audio routing and mixing solutions for remote and virtualized broadcast production environments.
Jason Bache, founder of NerdsLimited, details the configuration of a portable, two-case broadcast rig used for remote production. The setup utilizes hardware including an Apple Mac mini M4, Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro, and Sound Devices MixPre-6 II to maintain broadcast-quality standards while traveling.
Fox Sports is deploying a semi-remote production model for the inaugural Union Jack Classic at Wembley Stadium, utilizing fiber connectivity and RF cameras to capture the event. The production involves a crew of 90 and leverages local UK vendors including NEP to replicate US-style college football broadcast workflows.
The 2026 Esports World Cup in Paris utilized a large-scale Riedel infrastructure to manage communications and signal distribution across eight competition stages. The production deployed 341 Bolero wireless intercom beltpacks and 140 MediorNet MicroN UHD units to support a 35-language broadcast for the event.
Astera Labs has moved its Scorpio X fabric switch into volume production, with customer engagements expanding to the high teens. The company is also developing optical engines and UALink protocol support to enhance high-density AI infrastructure for hyperscale compute workloads.
Apple has announced the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, featuring the 2nm A20 Pro chip and a new 48MP Fusion camera with variable aperture. The devices introduce professional-grade video features including 4K Dolby Vision HDR time-lapse recording and new hardware-level image authentication tools.
Fonn Group has acquired full ownership of the cloud-native graphics platform everviz, rebranding the technology as Teikna for broadcast and streaming workflows. The company plans to integrate Teikna's data visualization tools into its existing Mimir and Saga platforms and has appointed Christian Gogstad Eide as CTO to lead the new division.
Movicom has introduced hardware and firmware updates for its Robyhead D2 pan/tilt head, including augmented reality tracking, support for PL motorized zoom lenses, and integration with Tilta Nucleus systems. These enhancements are designed to improve precision and interoperability for live sports and studio broadcast environments.
Canon announced the R6 V mirrorless camera featuring a 7K sensor and active cooling at IBC 2026. The company also introduced firmware updates for its Cinema EOS line, including USB gimbal control and a new Cinema Exposure Mode for the C80 and C400 models.
EIZO has introduced the CG3200X, a 31.5-inch 4K OLED reference monitor designed for HDR mastering with a new dual-mode Automatic Brightness Limiter (ABL) system. The company also announced pricing for its CS3200X color-accurate monitor at IBC 2026.
Aputure has launched the STORM CS32, a point-source LED fixture featuring the BLAIR-CG light engine and output exceeding a 4K HMI. The IP65-rated unit offers tunable white light and color gamut coverage exceeding 90% of Rec. 2020, with availability starting in October.
Godox unveiled several new production tools at IBC 2026, including the MG6KR 6K RGB light, the PaletteLab-powered PL600 RF and PL1200 RF fixtures, and the SkyTalk 1.9G intercom system. These products are designed for high-end film and commercial production workflows, emphasizing color accuracy and ease of rigging.
Sony showcased several new production technologies at IBC2026, including the FX5 Cinema Line camera, the RIALTO 65 image sensor block, and the 4th generation DWX digital wireless audio system. The demonstrations focused on integrating these tools into cinematic live production, virtual production, and software-defined broadcast workflows.
Flanders Scientific and Pomfort have integrated Livegrade 7.2 with XMP Series monitors to enable four-channel live grading on a single display. The update allows for independent LUT control for four SDI camera feeds without the need for external hardware or genlock synchronization.
OSEE has officially launched the GoStream Omni 12 ISO, a $1,975 production switcher featuring eight hybrid SDI/HDMI inputs and four AUX inputs for NDI and SRT. The device supports multi-camera live production workflows, including integrated PTZ control, instant replay, and 8-channel ISO recording.
