As screen resolution rises in definition and competition in the online content creation space gets fiercer, broadcasters must place a greater emphasis on quality of experience (QoE). Audiences always want their video content to be better, faster, and clearer. Fortunately, video streaming technologies are continually improving to meet the growing demand. In fact, a recent […]
Author Archives: Jon Whitehead
The video streaming industry has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Once a niche space for creative communities, it now reaches hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide—surpassing 29.7 billion watch hours in Q1 2025 alone. Valued at over $108 billion, the market continues to expand, but its foundations are shifting. Following a wave of acquisitions […]
Live streaming in 2025 is more competitive than ever, and something as simple as your live video file format can make or break your event. The format you choose will not just decide whether your video plays, but it will directly impact the streaming performance, viewer experience, and ultimately, the return on investment you get […]
Do you want to watch a sports match, an online auction, or a Q&A where your video freezes or the reactions arrive after the moment has already passed? Exactly! That’s why in 2025, one of the biggest challenges for broadcasters is keeping latency low and streams reliable, even when the internet connection isn’t. The protocol […]
In the past 18 months, Bending Spoons has made a series of high-profile moves in online video—agreeing to acquire StreamYard (2024), closing its acquisition of Brightcove (February 2025), and announcing a definitive agreement to acquire Vimeo (September 2025). These developments matter for broadcasters, OTT providers, and enterprises that depend on stable video infrastructure. Mergers and […]