Category Archives: The video experts blog

Live Streaming vs. VOD: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Use?

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated September 2026. Streaming video online has become a key part of many brands’ business models, and how brands utilize video content has evolved. Choosing between a live streaming model for your video content and an on-demand model doesn’t have to be […]

15 Benefits of Live Streaming with a Professional Service for Business (2026)

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated September 2026. In 2026, live streaming drives measurable ROI by combining AI-powered engagement, global reach, and secure monetization for businesses of all sizes. This trend is clear as major streaming platforms continue investing heavily in live content, from sports broadcasts to […]

How to Embed Live Streaming Video on Your Website [2026 Update]

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By Dacast Editorial Team  |  Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast  |  Updated September 2026 In 2026, embedded live video isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s the default expectation. Viewers want to watch events, webinars, worship services, product launches, and sports without being pushed to a third-party platform. Embedding keeps your audience on your pages, supports […]

Adding Video Call Guests to Your Live Production

Which Live Stream Software for Video conferencing

By Dacast Editorial Team  |  Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast  |  Updated September 2026 Bringing a remote guest into your live stream means capturing their video call feed, whether from Zoom, a browser call, or dedicated production software, as a source inside your broadcast, then sending the combined output to your streaming platform. […]

How to Embed an HLS Stream on Your Website

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated September 2026. To embed an HLS stream, you add a video player’s embed code (JavaScript or iframe) directly into your website’s HTML, so viewers watch on your own page instead of being sent to a third-party site. This guide walks through […]