By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated April 2026 Live streaming technology has evolved at a breakneck pace, with ultra-low latency protocols like WebRTC and adaptive delivery formats like HLS dominating the conversation. Yet, despite all the innovation, one protocol has remained a workhorse for professional broadcasters: RTMP […]

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated April 2026 HD live streaming is the practice of broadcasting video in high-definition resolution—720p or 1080p—over the internet in real time. In 2026, it has become the baseline expectation for any professional live broadcast, from corporate webinars and product launches to […]

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated April 2026 Live streaming video content has become an integral part of people’s online experience. No matter the industry, broadcasters and content providers are video hosting everything from instructional content to pure entertainment. In the sports industry specifically, live sports streaming, […]

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated April 2026 What Is DRM Video Protection? DRM (Digital Rights Management) video protection is a technology framework that encrypts video content and controls who can access it, on which devices, and for how long. It prevents unauthorized downloads, screen recording, and […]

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated April 2026 OTT (Over-the-Top) technology is the delivery of video and audio content directly to viewers over the internet, bypassing cable, satellite, and traditional broadcast infrastructure entirely. Any internet-connected device : smartphone, smart TV, tablet, or laptop – becomes a potential […]