TV stations have mostly parked their satellite trucks and ENG vans in favor of mobile bi-directional wireless digital systems such as bonded cellular, wireless, and direct-to-modem wired internet connections. Is Starlink part of the future?
The technology used to create deepfake videos is evolving very rapidly. Is the technology used to detect them keeping pace and are there other approaches broadcast newsrooms can use to protect themselves?
Ned Soseman gives us a rundown of some of the trends in US regional TV stations and what the biggest budget items have been in 2023.
The FCC recently announced plans for national EAS tests. The first EAS test was on 9 November 2011 at 2 pm EST. The result was that approximately half the participants didn’t receive the test message for myriad technical reasons. It took the Commission five years to develop a better EAS plan. Is it better?
From capture, through production and onwards to delivery, handling multiple formats simultaneously is a core challenge for broadcast workflows. Thankfully there will be plenty of technology options on show at IBC to facilitate even the most complex requirements.
The reality of the adoption of IP based workflows is that most broadcasters are running hybrid infrastructure that combines SDI, IP and IP enabled cloud and there will be plenty at IBC to help smooth the hybrid transition.
While most broadcasters today are capturing live events in 1080p/50-60 HD, 4K UHD is increasingly in demand for many high-profile sporting and entertainment telecasts. Due to this, customers want cameras that can work in multiple formats for versatility and provide the best return on investment.
As remote production, multi-site teams and content storage & delivery all increasingly rely on cloud-based infrastructures, the technology required to build cloud-based systems is maturing at a rapid pace. ‘The Cloud’ is literally going to be everywhere at this years show.