MediaKind Showcases World-Class Video Portfolio and Expanded Global Footprint at IBC2024
From major international sporting events to local music school performances: MediaKind has onboarded 500 new customer accounts in 2024 and supports over 375 daily active users on MK.IO
MediaKind to showcase portfolio advancement and new AI-assisted live
Frisco, Texas(04 Sep 2024)
MediaKind Showcases World-Class Video Portfolio and Expanded Global Footprint at IBC2024
FRISCO, TEXAS – September 3rd, 2024 – MediaKind will unveil its latest portfolio advancements at IBC2024, showcasing its capabilities across live streaming, live broadcast, content production, OTT, and Pay TV platforms. The company will also introduce a new AI-assisted approach to live events, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and scalability by automating routine tasks.
MediaKind’s comprehensive portfolio empowers a wide range of organizations - from international sports leagues and broadcasters to content owners and smaller enterprises - to deliver business-critical video services with the same unmatched quality and reliability powering the world’s most-watched live events.
On Display at IBC2024:
- MK.IO: MediaKind's flagship SaaS platform, designed to manage the complexities of live and on-demand streaming at any scale.
- MK.IO Beam: An advanced edge processing solution for live video contribution, production, and distribution; enabling operators to deliver pristine live video while optimizing production and delivery costs.
- MK.IO Platform: A comprehensive OTT Streaming platform that enhances fan experiences through exceptional video quality and interactivity, while supporting a wide range of monetization strategies.
- MediaFirst: MediaKind's powerful Pay TV platform, offering Live, VOD, and cloud DVR services with advanced analytics and monetization options, delivering personalized viewing experiences across all devices.
The company builds on a year marked by major partnerships and technological innovations. These recent customer deployments highlight the significant impact of MediaKind's solutions in the industry:
- Flawless Basketball Streaming: MediaKind successfully completed another basketball streaming season, ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality streams and advanced advertising that kept fans engaged.
- Sports Streaming Redefined: MediaKind played a pivotal role in supporting a large US cable operator in launching Ultra HD Low Latency Streaming with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos during the recent summer games.
- Iconic Sports League Partnership: MediaKind has partnered with one of the world’s most iconic leagues to improve its video streaming quality, further solidifying its influence in the sports industry.
- Rapid Customer Growth: MediaKind welcomed 500 new customer accounts and now supports 375 daily active users on MK.IO, demonstrating its ability to meet the demand for specialized content streaming in high quality, from music school performances and public court hearings to table tennis games and international soccer highlights.
Invitation to Engage at IBC2024
MediaKind invites all IBC2024 attendees to visit booth #1.D71 to explore how its latest products and services can meet their live production, streaming and monetization needs.
“Our recent achievements have positioned MediaKind as a leader in delivering broadcast-quality video experiences,” said Allen Broome, CEO of MediaKind. “At IBC2024, we’re excited to showcase how our solutions benefit from the latest AI innovations and discuss how we can help our customers captivate their audiences, enhance content value, and simplify their operations.”
Featured speakers and panel sessions
MediaKind will demonstrate its thought leadership through speaker and panel session during the event.
Innovation through Strategic Partnerships in the PayTV domain
- Location: Showcase Theatre, Friday September 13th, 2:45pm
- Speakers: Ashish Patel, President, Operator Platforms, MediaKind; Vijay Sajja, Founder & CEO, Evergent Technologies; Igor Oreper, Chief Strategy Officer, Bitmovin; Peter Docherty, Founder and CTO, ThinkAnalytics.
Advances in Video Encoding – encoder optimizations and film grain
- Location: IBC Conference, Conference Room 2, Sunday September 15th, 11.00am – 1:00pm
- Speakers: Julien Le Tanou, Video Research Manager, MediaKind; Abdul Rehman, Chief Product Officer, IMAX; Vignesh V Menon, Postdoctoral Researcher, Fraunhofer HHI
Harnessing AI in live video applications
- Location: Innovation Theatre, Sunday September 15th, 2:45pm
- Speakers: Amit Tank, Head of Solution Architecture, MediaKind
Join Us at IBC2024
Visit MediaKind at IBC2024 to discover how our innovations can elevate your live production and streaming capabilities. Our team is eager to explore how we can support your success in delivering unforgettable video experiences.
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Notes to Editors
For more information about MediaKind’s products and services at IBC Show 2024, please visit: https://hubs.li/Q02K2-RS0
To arrange a briefing with a MediaKind spokesperson during the show, please contact: mediakind@platformcomms.com
About MediaKind
At MediaKind, we are trailblazers in the video technology landscape, empowering over 2,000 global service providers, operators, content owners, and broadcasters. Our award-winning video technology sets a new bar for quality of experience, and our commitment to innovation and excellence has been driving the media and entertainment industry to new heights for three decades, while our cutting-edge solutions deliver unmatched viewing experiences across linear, on-demand, and OTT services. As a catalyst for live entertainment and an Emmy award-winning leader, we remain a trusted partner in shaping the future of media and entertainment worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.mediakind.com