Author Archives: Jon Whitehead

VOD Streaming: How Video-On-Demand Services Work in 2026

VOD Streaming – What It Is and How It Works with OTT Image

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated May 2026 Choosing the right VOD platform is one of the most consequential decisions a broadcaster or business will make in 2026. Get it right and you unlock a scalable, monetisable content channel that works around the clock. Get it wrong […]

How to Create a Live Scoreboard Overlay When Streaming Sports Online

How to Create a Live Scoreboard Overlay When Streaming Sports Online Image

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated June 2026 In today’s increasingly digital world, broadcasting sports online is becoming more popular. Companies like DAZN, for example, have moved from filming in the stands to making billion-dollar deals with sports leagues. Fans increasingly expect broadcast-quality coverage from local and community sports, […]

Streaming Niche & Community Sports: Turning Passion into Revenue and Reach

Niche Sports Streaming: Monetize, Grow, and Reach Fans

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated June 2026 Mainstream sports dominated the spotlight for years, leaving little room for local clubs, niche leagues, and community athletes to be seen, let alone build a fan base. But luckily, that’s changing fast. Thanks to affordable streaming technology and the […]

Sports Broadcasting Rights: A Legal Guide for Independent Broadcasters (2026)

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated June 2026 Sports streaming rights have never been more complicated, or more important to get right. The fragmentation of broadcasting rights across dozens of streaming services has turned what was once a simple TV rights deal into a maze of platform-specific […]

5 Tips for a Successful Live Sport Stream in 2026

5 Tips for a Successful Live Sport Stream Image

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated June 2026 Sports live streaming has changed fast. In 2026, viewers don’t just want “a working stream”—they expect smooth motion, quick start times, multiple angles, reliable playback on mobile and big screens, and easy ways to pay, replay, and share highlights. […]