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 […]
Author Archives: Jon Whitehead
In 2025, embedded live video is no longer optional – it’s expected. As audiences shift their attention away from traditional platforms, businesses and creators alike need to meet viewers where they already are: online, and in real time. Providers like Dacast make it easier than ever to deliver professional-grade live streams directly on your website. […]
Internal communication isn’t what it used to be. As teams spread across cities, time zones, and home offices, traditional ways of sharing information are naturally falling short, especially when it comes to sensitive updates and large-scale announcements. Video has quickly become the go-to format for everything from company-wide town halls to onboarding, leadership updates, and […]
Content creation has become a mainstream career path, and live streaming is one of the most direct ways to connect with an audience. With just a stable internet connection and basic streaming software, anyone can build a community around their passions. Twitch remains the most popular live streaming platform, attracting gamers, musicians, educators, and countless […]
Live streaming is now one of the simplest ways for businesses, educators, and creators to reach people in real time. This guide walks you through how to live stream in 2025 with clear steps, exact OBS encoder settings, and a pre-live checklist. You will also learn a quick 10-minute setup using OBS and Dacast so […]