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  1. 8h ago

    Bitmovin HEVC v2 Cuts Cinematic Bitrates and Other News for the Day

    Bitmovin's HEVC v2 beta claims up to 24% lower cinematic VOD bitrates, though sports and TV see smaller gains. I unpack what that split means for vendor positioning and buyer budgets, plus Skydance's $5.8B synergy plan and Ofcom's Sky-ITV probe. Subscribe for daily streaming news. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: Bitmovin HEVC v2 encoder cuts cinematic VOD bitrates by 24% Encoding and Software: Fraunhofer IIS launches joinXS production suite for end-to-end JPEG XS workflows Video Delivery and CDN: Italy DTT regulation consultation targets hybrid terrestrial and IP service integration Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: Skydance targets $5.8B in synergies and 2027 HBO Max Paramount bundle Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Sports broadcasting AI productization shifts from testing to live production workflows Production Hardware: Sony real-time stabilization chip targets motorsports with 1.5-frame latency Business: Viant Technology Q3 earnings show 29% revenue jump and Waymark acquisition Monetization and Ad Tech: Scripps connected TV revenue jumps 37% amid record political spending Regulatory and Policy: Ofcom probes Sky acquisition of ITV over media plurality concerns Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    Bitmovin HEVC v2 Cuts Cinematic Bitrates and Other News for the Day
  2. 1d ago

    DOJ Clears FOX Roku Deal and Other News for the Day

    The DOJ cleared FOX's $22B Roku deal, but added a three-year neutrality clock. I break down what that means for content owners and FAST operators. Plus, why AppLovin's revenue jumped 55% while Teads fell 26%. Subscribe for more. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: DOJ clears FOX Roku acquisition with three-year neutrality and data commitments Encoding and Software: GStreamer 1.28.9 release fixes critical MPEG-4 and RTP security flaws Video Delivery and CDN: Oracle Media Fabric launch integrates AI production with video delivery infrastructure Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: Amagi quarterly revenue hits $54 million as FAST distribution expands 29% Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Microsoft AI video speech modification patent enables real-time broadcast editing Production Hardware: Canon Camera Control Centre unifies PTZ workflows into single free platform Business: AppLovin Q3 revenue growth hits 55% as ad tech market bifurcates Monetization and Ad Tech: Vevo integrates Samba TV data for UK audience targeting precision Regulatory and Policy: EU hits TikTok with algorithm charges over addictive recommender systems Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    DOJ Clears FOX Roku Deal and Other News for the Day
  3. 5d ago

    UK Probes Sky’s ITV Acquisition and Other News for the Day

    UK regulators have opened a formal probe into Sky's 1.6 billion pound bid for ITV's channels and streaming service. I break down what that means for anyone selling into UK broadcasters, plus Netflix's AI voice lawsuit and Roku's performance-marketing push. Subscribe for daily streaming news. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: UK regulators launch Sky ITV acquisition probe into 1.6 billion pound deal Encoding and Software: Bitmovin AV1 Dolby Vision support targets 27% bitrate savings for HDR Video Delivery and CDN: KT Studio Genie FAST migration to Amagi adds vertical micro-drama channel Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: Ofcom approves four age assurance methods for UK under-16 restrictions Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Bundesliga Playmobil alternative broadcast achieves sub-five-second latency via cloud production Production Hardware: Macnica MEP100 SmartNIC powers Apple Immersive MLB broadcasts in 8K Business: Sinclair political advertising revenue hits $136 million in record Q3 Monetization and Ad Tech: Roku Outcomes ad suite targets 38% lower cost per acquisition Regulatory and Policy: Netflix voice actor lawsuit alleges unauthorized AI training using biometric data Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    UK Probes Sky’s ITV Acquisition and Other News for the Day
  4. 6d ago

    PBS Moves to LTN After Defunding and Other News for the Day

    PBS lost federal funding and is ripping out its 330-station backbone for LTN's IP network. I unpack what a budget-forced buyer looks like, why 59% skip AI video features, and Roku's 24% profit jump ahead of its Fox merger. Subscribe for sharp breakdowns that matter to marketers and buyers. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: PBS shifts to LTN for IP delivery following federal defunding Encoding and Software: Bunny.net report finds 59% of firms skip AI video features Video Delivery and CDN: Cheddar cloud playout migration eliminates physical master control and cuts costs Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: FOX Sports REMI workflows to power 250 college basketball broadcasts Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Utopai Studios hires Disney AI veteran Hans Ku as product chief Production Hardware: France Télévisions completes Franceinfo IP migration using SMPTE ST 2110 Business: Roku Q3 earnings beat estimates with 24% profit jump before Fox merger Monetization and Ad Tech: OpenX CEO Robert Horler takes helm to scale AI programmatic growth Regulatory and Policy: Brazil completes analogue switch-off and delays TV 3.0 rollout to 2027 Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    PBS Moves to LTN After Defunding and Other News for the Day
  5. Nov 3

    Net Insight Sales Slide 29 Percent and Other News for the Day

    Net Insight's revenue dropped 29% this quarter, yet margins improved as it shifts to software. I unpack what that split means for buyers and vendors. Plus: the NFL Sunday Ticket verdict is back, and the EU AI Act's deepfake rules carry fines up to 3% of global turnover. Subscribe for more. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: Net Insight revenue decline hits 29% amid software margin shift Encoding and Software: Snap wins procedural ruling for 2027 Snap RAND patent trial Video Delivery and CDN: Imagina Pan American Games broadcaster deal secures 2027 Lima production rights Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: ESPN REMI production expansion scales to 4,000 college basketball games Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: EU AI Act deep fake labeling rules mandate strict transparency for broadcasters Production Hardware: Gravity Media Nova 110 IP truck debuts for UEFA Champions League Business: Roku Q3 2026 earnings show 24% revenue jump ahead of Fox acquisition Monetization and Ad Tech: Blockgraph proximity targeting launches on FreeWheel to drive local TV outcomes Regulatory and Policy: NFL Sunday Ticket antitrust verdict reinstated by appeals court panel Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    Net Insight Sales Slide 29 Percent and Other News for the Day
  6. Nov 2

    Disney+ Restores HDR10 via VP9 and Other News for the Day

    Disney+ just swapped HEVC for VP9 to dodge InterDigital's patent fight -- and InterDigital filed a new complaint over VP9 too. I unpack why this is a brand problem, not just an engineering fix, plus Flawless's collapse after $100M raised and auto ad spend topping linear TV. Subscribe for more. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: Disney+ Restores HDR10 in Europe Using VP9 Codecs Amid Patent Dispute Encoding and Software: InterDigital TCL Brazil injunction blocks HEVC device sales in major market Video Delivery and CDN: KAIT achieves 400 Gbps SRv6 8K video processing to eliminate latency Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: Cloudbass remote production workflow cuts bandwidth to 50 Mbps at Thruxton Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Flawless Holdings administration leads to sale of visual dubbing tools Production Hardware: Sony RIALTO 65 system brings 65mm large-format shooting to VENICE 2 Business: Automotive streaming ad spend overtakes linear TV for first time Monetization and Ad Tech: Tatari Max CTV automation targets DTC brands with AI-driven media buying Regulatory and Policy: DIRECTV seeks sanctions against Nexstar over withheld antitrust lawsuit records Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    Disney+ Restores HDR10 via VP9 and Other News for the Day
  7. Oct 30

    Fox Expands Agentic Ad Platform and Other News for the Day

    Fox just extended its agentic ad platform to WPP, Omnicom, Stagwell, and Horizon, letting agencies negotiate linear TV inventory directly with Fox AdStudio. I break down what that means for premium video buyers, plus Skydance's leadership shakeup and Chile's piracy crackdown. Subscribe for more. Click to subscribe In this episode Top story: Fox Expands Agentic Ad Platform With WPP, Omnicom, Stagwell, and Horizon Encoding and Software: Calrec ImPulseV integration with Grass Valley AMPP targets hybrid production Video Delivery and CDN: Chile orders ISPs to block 1,954 pirate IPTV URLs Video Streaming Platforms and Infrastructure: Nexstar and Gray Media lead broadcaster linear digital workflow consolidation Artificial Intelligence for Video Applications: Publicis shifts measurement to Comscore as NAB Show NY AI strategies emerge Production Hardware: FOH Productions flypack system uses Riedel MediorNet for 288x288 routing Business: Skydance leadership restructuring triggers exit of seven top streaming executives Monetization and Ad Tech: Vibe.co integrates Walmart shopper data to drive CTV performance advertising Regulatory and Policy: CTAM pivots to industry think tank model targeting AI and piracy Today's sponsors Akamai BlendVision V-Nova NETINT Technologies Growth Stage Marketing Streaming Learning Center BITMOVIN Get the full stories every day: subscribe to StreamingMeme. Visit https://www.streamingmeme.com for the latest video infrastructure and streaming industry news, plus the StreamingMeme Buyer's Guide.

    Fox Expands Agentic Ad Platform and Other News for the Day

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