Live streaming requires stability, accurate recording, and adaptive bitrate delivery. To address these needs, Dacast has launched a fully custom-built ingest system for live streaming, designed from the ground up for stability, scalability, and seamless integration. By controlling the full stack, our new ingest system allows faster feature deployment, integrated DVR and recording workflows, and […]
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Making up over 82% of all Internet traffic in the past few years, live video streaming is one of the most prominent forms of online entertainment. Considering that just last year, the Internet consumed 8.5 billion hours of live content, it’s clear why creators are incentivized to deliver live streams. But what if you don’t […]
In recent years, we’ve entered a very exciting time for online video. Video is taking over the internet, and users are watching more content online than ever before. 89% of video content providers say that they get great ROI from online video. This has created a great need for video streaming software. Live video streaming […]
Over-the-top (OTT) streaming has become a dominant force in the entertainment industry, shaping how people consume media around the world. As we move into 2025, the future of OTT streaming is defined by new technology, innovative advertising strategies, evolving business models, and shifting viewer preferences—all of which influence how content is delivered and experienced. Despite […]
As screen resolutions and sizes evolve, so do aspect ratios. If 4:3 was once the norm, that’s no longer the case. In 2025, the dominant ratio for wider screens is 16:9, pushing the 4:3 aspect ratio into the past and making it old-fashioned. Besides 16:9, the vertical 9:16 ratio has entered the spotlight, conquering mobile […]