Author Archives: Jon Whitehead

Live Streaming for Auctions: How to Run a Hybrid or Online Auction with Professional Video (2026)

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated August 2026 Live streaming for auctions reaches bidders who can’t be in the room: remote collectors, out-of-state donors, and buyers who simply prefer bidding from a laptop. But an auction stream has different requirements than a typical live event: bidders need […]

Shadowbanning and Censorship on Free Streaming Platforms: How Broadcasters Can Keep Their Content Visible

Shadowbanning and Censorship on Free Streaming Platforms

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated August 2026 In 2026, many broadcasters rely on free and social platforms like YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitch as their primary home for live and on-demand content. They offer massive reach and zero upfront cost – but also opaque rules, aggressive […]

OTT Aggregators – The Ultimate Guide for 2026

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated August 2026 When it comes to consuming media and entertainment, the people have spoken: cable television is out, and over-the-top content is in. As of June 2025, the number of OTT video users worldwide stood at nearly 400 million, with penetration […]

The 12 Best Online Learning Platforms for Remote Learning in 2026

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated August 2026 With the rapid rise of online education, the demand for high-quality remote learning solutions has surged. Global online education is projected to generate roughly $199 billion in revenue in 2026, highlighting the need for reliable and feature-rich platforms. Educators now […]

The Ultimate Guide to Live-to-VOD Archiving for Professional Broadcasters

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated August 2026 Live streaming is a very important tool in the professional world. It allows businesses and organizations to interact and engage with their audiences in real-time. While live streaming events help to make some gatherings and activities more accessible, attendance […]