January 23, 2025

Featured News

Access Advance LLC CEO Pete Moller Talks Video Distribution Patent (VDP) Pool Launch

Today, Access Advance announced the launch of its Video Distribution Patent (VDP) Pool, a comprehensive licensing program for streaming content encoded with HEVC, VVC, AV1, and VP9 codecs. The pool aims to simplify licensing for content distributors while addressing industry challenges around codec adoption, royalty costs, and patent litigation. Jan Ozer interviewed CEO Pete Moller to discuss the motivation behind the pool, its structure, and the expected impact on the industry.

Short Cuts

How YouTube and Paramount Maximise QoS and QoE in Live Streaming Workflows

Although quality of service (QoS) and quality of experience (QoE) are critical to successful VOD and live streaming delivery, the metrics used and the workflow challenges are different for live. YouTube's Sean McCarthy and Paramount's Nishant Sirohi enumerate the differences and the key strategies for succeeding with live when the stakes are high in this conversation with PADEM Media Group's Allan McLennan at Streaming Media Connect.

Industry News

The Future of FAST – What to Expect from 2025

Last year brought big changes to the streaming industry—from major mergers to shifting viewer habits—with last year’s ‘What to Expect’ report predictions of seeing more niche content, greater sports coverage and significant advancements in user experience