Author Archives: Jon Whitehead

Live Streaming CDNs – What Broadcasters Need to Know in 2025

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Today’s broadcasters rely heavily on smooth, reliable live streaming. This is why Dacast’s multi-CDN architecture, combined with HTTP/3 streaming, means fewer stalls during traffic spikes—without complex DIY routing. This ensures your viewers enjoy seamless content delivery, boosting engagement and satisfaction. A live streaming CDN is key to speeding up video delivery by routing content from […]

How to Use OBS Studio for Professional Streaming in 2025

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You’re trying to break out as the next big live-streaming sensation but don’t know where to start? First things first, you must be able to produce high-quality streams. To do that, you’ll need to have high-quality screen recordings, crisp audio output, and an optimized recording path. Furthermore, the content must be good enough for high-resolution […]

The 20 Best Live Streaming Apps for Mobile Broadcasting [2025 Update]

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Live video streaming continues to prove a popular medium for watching online content. Millions of viewers prefer the immediacy of live video, making it the premier method to experience events and connect with creators in real-time. A recent study found that live streaming accounts for 23% of global viewing time, and it’s expected to produce […]

Building a Scalable OTT Platform: Architecture, Tech Stack & Monetization Models (2025 Guide)

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The balance of power in television has tipped. This past May, U.S. viewers spent 44.8% of their TV time on streaming platforms, nudging past the combined total of cable and broadcast for the first time. And it wasn’t a one-month blip – through July and August 2025, streaming’s share held steady at about 46-47%, making […]

How to Create a Video Monetization Strategy in 5 Steps [2025 Update]

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A solid video monetization strategy presents a tremendous opportunity for today’s broadcasters. Organizations of all sizes are using live streaming, video on demand, and OTT technologies to distribute content quickly and effectively while generating revenue at the same time. The market is shifting rapidly: CTV and FAST channels have grown over 40 percent in viewership […]