In 2025, live streaming chat tools will no longer be just an optional add-on. They are the backbone of interactive broadcasting. With hybrid events becoming standard, audiences joining from every corner of the globe, and AI-powered live streaming chat unlocking real-time translation and smarter moderation, the role of chat has evolved. Broadcasters now need more […]
Author Archives: Jon Whitehead
We’ve all heard “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles, right? With 66% of B2B audiences now preferring to watch a short video over reading text, it turns out that sentiment is true in more than just entertainment media. Video content is no longer just an optional add-on that’s nice to have during a […]
There are many components that determine the quality of online video streams. One of these components is internet speed. Different streaming setups require the support of different internet connections. Some broadcasts require faster internet than others due to several variables. Using a professional platform like Dacast can help optimize upload speeds with adaptive bitrate streaming, […]
Video technology in 2025 is moving faster than ever, driven by AI-assisted encoding, low latency formats, and next-generation codecs like AV1 and VVC. Today, online video accounts for more than 82% of global internet traffic, with audiences expecting flawless playback on any device. At the center of this evolution is video encoding, a process that […]
In 2025, M3U8 files remain the backbone of HLS streaming, enabling adaptive bitrate streaming, low latency HLS, and encrypted video delivery. An M3U8 file is a UTF-8 playlist that directs how media segments are delivered for smooth, secure playback on any device. This makes it a critical video playlist format for broadcasters, developers, and enterprises […]