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Harmonic Amps Up Video Streaming Efficiency with New Origin Capabilities
IOC and Comcast NBCUniversal Agree on Groundbreaking Partnership
Harmonic announced a breakthrough in video streaming innovation with the launch of new origin capabilities. Service providers and broadcasters can tap into the new origin features through Harmonic’s VOS® family and XOS Advanced Media Processor to optimize efficiency and flexibility while driving down costs. The origin advancements are being showcased in the Harmonic booth. A Hybrid Origin Solution for Service Providers Harmonic’s new origin capabilities combine cloud and on-premises storage by leveraging VOS360 Media SaaS and VOS Media software. This hybrid approach taps into the efficiency and elasticity of the cloud for less frequently accessed content while using on-premises storage for fresh video assets. Older content, including nPVR assets, is automatically moved to cloud storage. The cloud-native solution is easy to configure, as it utilizes the same intuitive UI for all media processing capabilities. Service providers can efficiently scale storage based on demand by utilizing
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Comcast NBCUniversal have agreed on a new groundbreaking partnership for the new digital era, taking advantage of the opportunities offered by the rapidly developing media landscape and the unique expertise of the global media and technology company. The agreement includes not only the media rights on all platforms in the United States of America for the Olympic Games through to 2036, but also new, innovative joint strategic initiatives and projects. The partnership, which was approved by the IOC Executive Board (EB), starts in 2025 and takes the longstanding partnership between the IOC and Comcast NBCUniversal to a new level, from media rights-holder to strategic partner. The extension of the media rights for the 2033-2036 cycle, covering the Olympic Winter Games Salt Lake City-Utah 2034 and the Olympic Games 2036 (host yet to be determined), is valued at $3 billion and is a major contribution to the longterm financial stability of the entire Olympic Movement. The IOC distributes 90% of the revenue it generates to support athletes and sports organizations around the world.
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Octopus Newsroom and RT Software Elevate On-Air Graphics with Swift News
EditShare Unveils Next-Generation Media Solutions at NAB 2025
As newsrooms evolve, speed, adaptability and seamless workflows have become the backbone of modern journalism. That’s why Octopus Newsroom and RT Software are taking newsroom graphics to the next level with a powerful new integration. Swift News now fully supports Octopus 12, enabling journalists to create and manage stunning on-air graphics directly within their familiar Octopus Newsroom interface. “We’re confident that Octopus Newsroom customers will be keen to experience this latest development in our partnership. Our goal is to make the process of getting graphics on air as simple and efficient as possible and to bring significant value to newsroom operations,” said Mike Fredriksen, RT Software’s Commercial Director. RT Software is a leading provider of real-time graphics solutions for News, Sports, Entertainment and Channel Branding. Its products include editors/CG, sports telestration, election and newsroom graphics, augmented reality and virtual studios, with control interfaces for PC or browser.
EditShare, the leading name in collaborative media workflows, is at this year’s show with exciting new innovations that will redefine media storage, workflow efficiency and AI-driven content management. Following on from the Ultimate series well-received debut at IBC 2024, EditShare’s latest advancements will now make their U.S. premiere in Las Vegas. Attendees can expect a firsthand look at the next generation of media storage solutions, offering remarkable speed and scalability to support a variety of production environments. Whether it’s boutique post-production studios or major broadcast networks, EditShare’s latest solutions are designed to empower creative teams with unparalleled performance and workflow efficiency, backed by powerful security features. Beyond storage, EditShare is rolling out significant upgrades to its intelligent media management tools. These enhancements will streamline how media professionals handle, process, and locate their assets
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