February 24, 2014

Online Video News

Ericsson Brings Global CDN Partners to Media Delivery Network

Limelight, CDNetworks, and ChinaCache work with Ericsson to bring global network efficiency to operator networks.

Aereo Loses Legal Fight in Utah District Court

Does Aereo violate copyright law? One judge says yes, handing Barry Diller's Aereo its first loss in the courtroom.

Pro Coaches Get Instant Video Review with MyplayXplay App

Promising faster reviews and instant sharing, a tablet-based solution takes on the entrenched hardwired systems currently used in stadiums.

Ustream Launches Charitable Program: Ustream for Change

While the company is pivoting to enterprise clients and de-emphasizing free services, it wants to make sure citizen journalists still have a place.

Featured Articles

First Look: Wowza Streaming Engine 4

Expect big changes from the renamed Wowza Media Server, which now offers a GUI. Both first-timers and power users will be happy about it.

What to Look for in an Enterprise-Class Video Encoder

When desktop encoders aren't powerful enough and online encoders are too slow, go with an enterprise encoder. Here's how to make a buying decision.

Industry News

Payvia Rebrands as Outspoken, Launches New Video Transcoding Service To Provide the Best Media Experience for Every Device

· Outspoken Reflects Company’s Renewed and Bold Focus on Mobile Messaging Services · New Video Transcoding Service Gives All Users a Unique Ability To Customize Content For Any Device and Carrier

NBC Olympics' Production of the 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi to Use thePlatform for Online Video Publishing

thePlatform’s mpx manages and publishes on-demand video plays across computers, tablets and smartphones for NBC Olympics’ coverage of 2014 Sochi Winter Games

Haivision’s Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) Tames Public Internet Connections to Allow Consistent, High Quality Video Streaming

Makito X Series of encoders and decoders now powered by SRT technology

Are You a Human Launches PlayThru for Video Ad Unit

Interactive Pre-Roll Add-On Lets Users Get to Their Content Faster by Skipping Ad While Still Engaging With Advertiser’s Brand; Boosts Brand Favorability by 33%