W1. FFmpeg 5.0 Advanced: Working With Multiple Sources, Inputs, & Outputs

09:00 AM2023-05-172023-05-17

Wednesday, May 17: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

In 2022, FFmpeg 5.0 (codenamed "Lorentz") was released, offering a major upgrade from previous versions. This workshop guides you through the changes that might affect your current processes and workflows, as well as introduces you to more challenging features of FFmpeg. If you’re already familiar with the basics of FFmpeg operation, you’re ready to tackle more ambitious tasks with one of the most powerful compositing tools available. We explore composition of two video sources with text labels and placement, setting up multiple processes to output multiple bitrates for adaptive delivery, using the “tee muxer” to distribute one encoding process to several outputs, and accessing connected hardware (e.g., webcams and A/V capture devices) and networked hardware (e.g., IP cameras) as inputs to FFmpeg processes.

 

W2. VVC: Ready for Action? A Comprehensive Guide to Deployment & Implementation

09:00 AM2023-05-172023-05-17

Wednesday, May 17: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Get ready to learn about the latest video compression standard, VVC, in this must-attend 3-hour preconference session. With the promise of being the most efficient and versatile codec available, VVC is set to revolutionize the way we consume video content. In this session, we guide you through an in-depth exploration of VVC and how it compares to other codecs such as H.264, HEVC, and AV1. You gain a comprehensive understanding of VVC’s quality and features and the intellectual property picture, as well as learn why it will be the right choice for you.

Our technical experts dive into the VVC decoder, sharing valuable insights on when VVC decode will be available for closed-system deployment and mass-market distribution to the living room, mobile devices, and browsers. Other modules detail how to deploy VVC for VOD and live encoding, packaging needs for multiple screen delivery, and how VVC will handle HDR output. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in video compression technology. With VVC deployments happening now, register quickly to secure your spot!

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W3. FFmpeg 5.0 Advanced: Custom Compilations & Real-Time Workflows

01:00 PM2023-05-172023-05-17

Wednesday, May 17: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

FFmpeg has become a core technology in many custom workflows for video services and products. This workshop shows you how to compile your own version of FFmpeg for Ubuntu/Debian OS with custom libraries not found in typical distributions. You learn how to compile additional tools that are included with the FFmpeg source code. We also review compilation for Windows and Mac. Next, we explore how to ingest or generate test live streams, and output to other destinations, diving in deeper with the "tee muxer." Examples demonstrating RTMP, HLS, SRT, and more are built from the ground up. You also learn how to tune codecs for real-time workflows.

 

VIP Mixer

05:00 PM2023-05-172023-05-17

Wednesday, May 17: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Join us for drinks and tasty bites as you mix and mingle after a full day of workshops or Content Delivery Summit, or as the perfect kickoff to your Streaming Media experience! Open to all full-conference attendees, speakers, and sponsors.

 

Streaming Media: Where Do We Go From Here, and How the Heck Do We Get There?

09:00 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

It is estimated that streaming services secured 1.2 billion subscribers globally by fall of 2022. The sheer enormity of that feat proves that streaming is not a fad or a minor player in the race for eyeballs. While the business model surrounding streaming has proven to be chaotic and uncertain at worst, and unpredictable at best, its effectiveness cannot be denied. However, linear and theaters “ain’t dead yet!” The question for streamers is …”Now what!?” With that question comes the follow up: “How do we as engineers and creative technologists design and build for ‘Now what’?” That is one of the dilemmas that we explore together as we discuss where we go from here and how we keep advancing streaming technology.

 

Diamond Sponsor Keynote: Live-Streaming Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

09:45 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 9:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

In 2023, every business is in the video business; increasingly, every business is in the live video business. But live streaming is difficult, especially if you want to cope with the challenges that inevitably arise in live streams, such as sources coming and going unexpectedly. Even “simple” media workflows can hide surprising complexity or force you to make undesirable compromises. Up until now, you either had to work with off-the-shelf tools and accept their constraints, or you were forced to roll your own—an exercise that takes specialist skills, large amounts of time, and deep pockets. This talk explores the nature of these pitfalls and offers a way to avoid them.

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Research Keynote: State of the Streaming Industry, Spring 2023

10:30 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

In this special keynote program, Streaming Media’s Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen and Help Me Stream Research Foundation’s Tim Siglin are joined by our research partner Tulix and their partner TeleUp. We talk about changes and trends in the industry in key areas, including live vs. on-demand, scale, monetization, and technology.

 

OTT101. Future-Proofing Your Streaming Service

11:30 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

The market and economics for traditional broadcasters, OTT broadcast services, and service providers are rapidly evolving, and they need flexible and cost-effective solutions to source, manage, and distribute live events and 24/7 live linear channels. This presentation highlights how the Zixi Software-Defined Platform and the Zixi Enabled Network of 400-plus integrated partners and 1,000-plus media companies are globally exchanging live video to create the powerful acceleration of new content acquisition, business models, and opportunities to reduce cost and generate revenue.

11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

How can subscription and ad-supported streaming services successfully attract and retain users? What are the winning approaches to content selection and monetization? What strategies and tactics should services use to distribute across numerous platforms, from connected TVs to devices? Led by Jonathan Hurd of Altman Solon and grounded in the latest research, this panel of streaming services leaders will discuss the lessons learned from their work in cultivating and growing streaming services.

 

OTT102. Server-Side or Client-Side Ad Insertion? The Debate Continues

01:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

In the last few years, server-side ad insertion (SSAI) emerged as the clear choice among OTT providers for its higher fill rate, smoother viewer experience, and ability to defeat ad blockers. But we’re seeing more and more services return to client-side ad insertion (CSAI), which offers richer tracking and metrics, as well as increased options for interactivity. Which one is right for you? Bring your questions for this panel of OTT advertising experts.

 

OTT103. Bundling the Future

02:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Being released in May 2023, Hub Entertainment Research’s annual “Best Bundle” study identifies the services that form the foundation of consumers’ bundles and the ones that serve as add-ons and shows how those metrics are changing over time. Have consumers discovered, and settled on, their ideal bundle of services, or are they still trying out different service configurations to find the combination that best meets their TV needs? In this presentation from Hub's principal and founder Jon Giegengack, attendees learn the extent to which consumers are bundling linear vs. on-demand services, ad-supported vs. ad-free services, subscription vs. free streaming services, etc.

 

OTT104. The Data Edge: How Companies Are Using Data to Take Video to the Next Level

03:45 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The world of the video experience has moved beyond simply pictures and audio. Users demand a social experience with additional engaging content and interactivity. User behaviors and content metadata are driving advertisement and content selection. The recent rise of AI-powered tools creates new data sources at low costs. Join us for a discussion with industry leaders to learn how they are using data to power engaging experiences today and hear what they believe will be the next innovations to come.

 

Happy Hour in the Streaming Media Showcase

04:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

VET101. The How and Why of Low Latency

11:30 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Join Agora’s Brad Altfest and explore opportunities for traditional content providers to better attract the Gen Z audience. While older consumers still seek the lean-back, long-form experience, Gen Z wants to comment, like, share, and interact. As the industry continues to lose Gen Z to social media outlets, let’s explore what tools exist within streaming media today to attract and retain a younger audience.

11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

If you’re in the business of live streaming, you’re also in the business of knowing how to best serve your audience with the right type of streaming delivery. With variations of HLS, WebRTC, and WebSocket, you have more than one option to deliver a low-latency stream. This session explores how to better define the ideal latency for your audience and learn how the tech stacks have evolved over the last few years—especially during COVID—to serve your customers with the best experience for your content.

 

VET102. Choosing a Codec in 2023

01:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

When it comes to choosing among H.264, HEVC, AV1, VVC, and VP9, you need to take into consideration a wide range of variables. From playback device (mobile/desktop/connected TV/browser) to content type (VOD, live, and live with transcoding), from HDR support to encoding time and quality, myriad factors will impact your decision. Jan Ozer presents a 1-hour crash course that may not give you all the answers, but will most certainly clarify what questions you need to ask for your content and workflow.

 

VET103. Multiple Platforms, Multiple CDNs: Challenges and Rewards

02:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Starz was an early entrant to streaming, first using it as an adjunct to its linear programming, then transitioning to a direct-to-consumer model. From the start, there was a conscious effort to create client applications across a wide variety of platforms and deliver video content to all of them. This presentation examines some of the systems Starz uses to package and deliver content to a heterogeneous group of client devices worldwide, as well as how different streaming technologies and DRM systems have evolved over the years and what it takes to manage them. Finally, we explore what it takes to effectively use multiple content delivery networks for worldwide performance and reliability—while managing costs.

 

VET104. End-to-End or Best-of-Breed: Which Is Better for Your Streaming Service?

03:45 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

It’s one of the oldest debates in video: Is it better to purchase and implement an off-the-shelf, “glass-to-glass” video workflow and delivery product, or build your own tech stack using different components from different vendors? While there’s something to be said for “one and done,” there’s an equally strong argument to be made for breaking down the elements of the workflow and finding the ones that really serve each step. This panel talks about simplicity, cost, interoperability, and more.

 

Happy Hour in the Streaming Media Showcase

04:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

LSS101. Case Study: Leveraging OTT to Drive Sports Fan Engagement

11:30 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

The hunger of the sports superfan is insatiable, but there’s only so much content that leagues and teams can serve up with a linear TV experience. Fans want exclusive, interactive, behind-the-scenes access to their favorite teams and players far beyond game day. This presentation from the NHL’s Edmonton Oilers details how the team created an OTT platform that drives fan engagement and unlocks monetization opportunities in the 21st-century sports ecosystem. After listening to this presentation, the audience will understand how live and on-demand OTT experiences can serve as the launchpad for sports organizations to build a successful digital media business with the fan at the epicenter.

 

LSS102. Large-Scale Streaming for the Metaverse: Building for a World of Active Virtual Participation

01:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

The growth of large-scale virtual streaming has grown exponentially during the pandemic period and has moved beyond esports and Twitch to include virtual platforms such as Roblox and Horizon Worlds. According to Future Market Insights, the esports and games streaming market will likely increase from $2.3 billion USD in 2022 to $7.2 billion USD in 2032. This session looks at the growth of streaming in virtual worlds, and how to build the infrastructure for enterprise and consumers.

 

LSS103. Corporate and Educational Streaming: Where Do We Go From Here?

02:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

A lot has changed in the past few years, and video has been elevated to “mission critical” for most organizations. Even so, most of the focus has been on innovations in video conferencing. Streaming, however, seems to have been overlooked. Many customers have taken an “It’s working, so why make any changes?” attitude to their streaming solutions. Will the industry start to innovate again to push customers to adopt these new innovations? Will the big dogs such as Zoom, Microsoft, Cisco, and Google start to add more functionality as a natural extension of their video conferencing and meeting solutions? Will a new round of startups shake up the industry? An esteemed panel of experts explores these scenarios and provides a crystal ball into the future.

 

LSS104. Meeting the Live-to-VOD Challenge

03:45 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Nothing is more important than getting the live viewer experience right. But viewers are increasingly demanding a richer experience that includes instant replay, highlights, clips for social sharing, and full access to live events for on-demand viewing when the live stream is over. We look at best practices for converting live assets to VOD, as well as technical solutions that make it easier to extend the life of live—reaching more viewers and generating more revenue in the process.

 

Happy Hour in the Streaming Media Showcase

04:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

INN101. Innovation Track Session

11:30 AM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Each year, Haivision surveys broadcast professionals from around the world who share their perspectives on the state of the industry, current challenges they face, and what innovations they believe will have the biggest impact in the future. Haivision’s SVP, Colin Coyle, shares insights from our 2023 Broadcast Transformation Report, covering topics from IP and cloud adoption to 5G technology and trend predictions. Attendees walk away with a clearer understanding of how the evolving trends in live broadcast workflows. Attend this session for your chance to win a $100 mystery gift voucher.

11:55 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Think outside the box—think beyond traditional monetization strategies. OTT provides a platform for business innovation. No need to be a copycat, there are plenty of ROI models and new business opportunities with OTT. This presentation explores innovative business applications and revenue models with OTT publishing for businesses and content creators, based on real-life use cases. Discover the best OTT strategy for your business. Attend this session for your chance to win a FireTV Cube.

12:20 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.

In this presentation, Sushil Prabhu explores how micropayments can be a game-changer for streaming media revenue models. Micropayments are small transactions allowing consumers to pay for individual content instead of subscribing to the entire service. Sushil examines how this Web3 and banking-based alternative payment model can help streaming services increase revenue, attract new customers, and retain existing ones. He discusses the technological and business considerations involved. The presentation concludes with a discussion of the potential impact of micropayments on the streaming media industry and its future. To learn about Dropp, visit dropp.cc

 

INN102. Innovation Track Session

01:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

1:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.

This session provides an in-depth analysis of the latest streaming benchmarks and emerging trends from more than 2,200 Recurly merchants, including Twitch, Paramount+, and more than 65M active subscribers. Join our industry expert Niraj Naik, vice president of product management at Recurly, and get equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to stay ahead of the curve. Plus, gain a deeper understanding of the key drivers of growth in the streaming industry, as well as the latest strategies and best practices for monetizing content through subscription-based models.

1:55 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

As someone who spends every day working on topics such as quality, scalability, redundancy, and sync in live streaming solutions, Per provides valuable insights on what to look for when evaluating different vendors. With a focus on ultra-low latency, Per also tackles the many claims being made and provides an expert analysis on how to choose a winning contender. Don't miss this chance to learn from an industry leader and elevate your business.

 

INN103. Innovation Track Session

02:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

2:30 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.

Building sophisticated live media applications and delivering them at scale has been a massive undertaking—until now. Norsk gives you the power to create custom, dynamic live video workflows and deploy them at any scale, without having to worry about the underlying video technology or infrastructure. In this session, you’ll learn how you can use Norsk to build a source switcher, create picture-in-picture, and add graphic overlays—each in less than 10 lines of simple code. Attend this session for a chance to win AirPods Pro (2nd generation).

2:55 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

High Dynamic Range is making rapid progress in replacing legacy Standard Dynamic Range as the next generation of TVs, streaming services, and broadcast technologies enter the market. Advanced HDR by Technicolor is a suite of HDR production, distribution, and display solutions, delivering true and vibrant creative intent.

 

INN104. Innovation Track Session

03:45 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3:45 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.

Multicast video delivery offers significant benefits over standard, point-to-point unicast streaming models, but must be managed to ensure compatibility, security, and visibility are preserved throughout the distribution process. For distribution to remote facilities and media businesses, a scalable, resilient, and secure solution over unmanaged networks is necessary. With Zixi, you can multicast outside of push mode, meaning that multicast addresses do not have to be determined in advance of video delivery, making for a more flexible and seamless one-to-many or many-to-many transport solution over any IP. Telco and IPTV client distribution leveraging multicast delivery for popular channels on to connected TVs and STBs are highlighted, along with the significant bandwidth efficiencies, telemetry, and ability for quick root-cause analysis provided in minutes. Attend this session for a chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

4:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

As central platforms for streaming content today, CTVs and smart TVs are the hubs for premium OTT services, AVOD, and FAST channels. As investments increase from device manufacturers, OTT brands, and technologists like Norigin Media, we are seeing a great evolution in designing UI/UX, audience engagement, and, most importantly, ad-monetization platforms. How can we push these boundaries? What more is possible? During this presentation, Norigin Media showcases rapid tech advancements within CTVs; opportunities for design, interactivity, and accessibility; ad analytics and monetization; and architecting the best Smart-TV UI/UX. Attend this session to receive a pair of sunglasses and a webcam protector.

 

Happy Hour in the Streaming Media Showcase

04:30 PM2023-05-182023-05-18

Thursday, May 18: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

TV: What’s Next Is Now

09:00 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

What is television? It used to be a piece of furniture, then it became what we watched. Today, who knows? There’s AVOD, TVOD, SVOD, vMVPDs, and FAST. What does television mean now that we are all connected and connecting in various ways? The landscape is confusing, not only for consumers, but for advertisers, programmers, and platforms. Reed Barker, head of advertising at Philo, tries to make sense of this ever-evolving landscape, sharing how an intense focus on the customer has allowed Philo to adapt and thrive and how it offers a model for success in an increasingly competitive CTV landscape.

 

OTT201. FAST and the Ever-Changing Streaming TV Landscape

10:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Television never stops reinventing itself. Content never stops reinventing itself. Hear from the television and device manufacturers that are behind the golden era of content consumption and enabling a growth of change in entertainment, the likes of which have never happened in the 70-plus years of the TV business. Understand what FAST—free, ad-supported television—really is all about and how it will continue to evolve as the biggest opportunity to get an audience, fast.

 

OTT202. Super Serve Me: The Future of OTT Platform Success Is Genre-Specific

11:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

What does success look like for the secondary rights OTT market in 2023 and beyond? It all comes down to identifying the appetites of your audience and then “super serving” them—and not just by providing them content from all over the world that fits their taste profile, but also by localizing it. Our panelists share their expertise in FAST market expansion and content curation that captivates genre fanatics to build fervent subscriber bases.

 

OTT203. Designing Apps for the Connected TV Environment

01:15 PM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Connected television (CTV) presents perhaps the greatest opportunity for monetization in the entire OTT ecosystem—but it also poses very specific and unique challenges compared to mobile devices and PCs. This panel dives deep into the requirements for CTV delivery, including app updates, DRM, ad insertion, personalization, and delivering to multiple operating systems.

 

VET201. Variables and Loops in FFmpeg Scripts

10:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

You know the basics of FFmpeg and you’re ready for some intermediate lessons to take it to the next level. This session explores the use of variables, what piping is and how and when to use it, and the ins and outs of stream mapping. Understanding what these concepts are and how to use them will enable you to perform more complex operations in FFmpeg simply and efficiently.

 

VET202. Building Video Paywalls for Crypto

11:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

If you thought SVOD, FAST, AVOD, and TVOD were enough to satisfy every corner of the paywall landscape, think again! With the advent of Layer 2 blockchains such as Lightning, the world of micropayments just got bigger. Learn the tech behind Layer 2 blockchains and how you can build new video platforms that work with audiences seeking to use crypto as a form of payment.

 

VET203. The Bleeding Edge of Streaming: What’s Left to Build?

01:15 PM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

At Streaming Media West 2022, a panel presentation called “Why Are We Still Talking About This S%$t?” addressed the evergreen technical issues that have vexed our industry since the very beginning. Here, we take a different approach: What are the new challenges facing the industry? What kinds of groundbreaking innovations are needed to keep our industry thriving and expanding in the next decade? We bring together experts who are both building solutions and implementing them to talk about where the puck is going.

 

LSS201. Case Study: World Champion Fantasy’s Innovative Streaming Experience

10:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

This presentation explores how World Champion Fantasy launched a highly scalable, immersive streaming platform catering to a previously underserved fan base, unifying fantasy sports and esports viewing experiences, driving new monetization streams for esports creators, and maximizing reach across digital platforms. The service ingests and manages live feeds for games such as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and League of Legends; delivers low-latency streaming experiences across the globe; and captures, generates, and publishes game highlights as they happen.

 

LSS202. Live Enterprise Video Production in the New Normal

11:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

The pandemic forced enterprises to make drastic changes to the way they produced live events. In the past, events were usually held at headquarters locations with the production staff and equipment located on site. The pandemic changed everything. The presenters were remote. The production staff was remote. And, in many cases, the production environment moved to the cloud. This session examines the technology and process changes that took place to support this remote environment and how those changes will be able to support more dynamic events moving forward. Panelists discuss real-world examples and how they expect things to evolve in the future.

 

LSS203. The Final Frontiers of Live Streaming

01:15 PM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

1:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The first priority for streaming today is quality—specifically, the quality of experience for the end customer, who decides everyone's fate. To deliver quality, control throughout the supply chain is essential. More than high-speed access to networks and adequate capacity is required; A unique, simple architecture independent from ISP networks is needed. What also is needed is an intelligent software that allows effective delivery and, above all, gives end-to-end control to the broadcaster. Trust is also a must when the inevitable traffic spikes occur, and capacity must be developed "as deeply" as possible to avoid backhauling problems.

1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

You’ve tested and quality-control-checked every step of your live-streaming workflow, from ingest to handoff to a CDN. Unfortunately, that’s where things leave your control—or do they? Our panel of experts discuss the challenges involved with ensuring the last mile doesn’t mean the end of the road for your stream, especially when crossing borders and delivering to international audiences served by multiple CDNs or even different regions within a single CDN or cloud delivery platform.

 

INN201. Innovation Track Session

10:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.

The streaming industry faces challenges in emerging markets due to a lack of standardization and growing pains. Real-time data is a game-changer, enabling businesses to automate operational decisions and improve performance, stability, and customer experience. It is becoming a critical tool for companies looking to succeed in these markets. Attend this session for your chance to win a travel kit—computer backpack, baseball cap, travel converter, T-shirt and PoP Socket (total $100 value).

10:55 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Streaming has become the preferred way of consuming content, so a seamless and broadcast-grade quality is a must to retain audiences. High-speed access to networks and capacity is required. However, to guarantee a high-quality experience for viewers, a unique architecture independent from ISP networks, that allows for end-to-end control throughout the supply chain and streaming delivery, is essential. Attend this session for your chance to receive an International Mainstreaming charger.

 

INN202. Innovation Track Session

11:30 AM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

11:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

The talk presents new techniques to enable a queue-based real-time navigation of linear TV channels. The innovation includes the use of two queues. A history queue tracks recently visited channels, and a future queue is loaded with recommended channels based on personalized rankings. The new techniques address the problem of tedious channel surfing by providing a simple interface as well as recommended channels in a look-ahead manner that accounts for content on the channels. The queue of future channels will be dynamically updated based on the built-in intelligence in recommendation and prediction. It therefore can be leveraged to enable fast channel zapping.

 

General Session: Sustainability Beyond Greenwashing

02:15 PM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Ever since Streaming Media published an article called “The Greening of Streaming” in 2020, we’ve seen our industry make a concerted effort to better understand the online video industry’s impact on the environment—even spawning an industry consortium of the same name. But it takes more than a badge on a website and meetings to make a real change. Three years later, has anything really changed? This closing session brings together speakers from across the video ecosystem to discuss and debate what’s been done so far, what’s working (and what’s not), and what needs to happen to make a real difference.

 

Closing Keynote: The Mind of the Modern Media Consumer

03:00 PM2023-05-192023-05-19

Friday, May 19: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Disruption is now the operating system of the media ecosystem. The streaming universe is changing its gravitational pull, reforming itself around new business models. Media Cartographer and expert Evan Shapiro maps the rate of change in streaming using exclusive data from inside the minds of modern media consumers to generate insights on where it’s all going.