Category Archives: The video experts blog

The Definitive Guide to OTT Monetization: What OTT Monetization Models to Consider

There is no question whether over-the-top (OTT) content streaming is the future of media consumption – we can already see its dominance over traditional distribution models. As successful as some of these OTT content streaming platforms, such as Netflix and YouTube, are, there is no one clear-cut way to approach OTT monetization. Before we dive […]

What is Live Streaming Technology and How Does it Work?

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Whenever you watch a video over the internet, you enjoy the fruits of video streaming technology. It is how videos are streamed over the internet, live, in real-time, as they are being recorded. Live streaming technology is the internet’s response to live television broadcasts, with the most popular being news shows and sports. However, this […]

Understanding RTMP Cameras: How to Setup an IP Camera for RTMP Streaming [Updated for 2024]

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Creating live streams and video content of any form has two primary sides. The first is your content, and the second is all the hardware and software that makes broadcasting your message possible.  Many technologies and innovations strive to make the latter easier for broadcasters around the globe. Today, we’ll discuss IP cameras and RTMP […]

Using Copyrighted and Public Domain Video Clips

Using Copyrighted and Public Domain Video Clips

There are many reasons why a broadcaster might want to use film clips from other people’s productions as part of a video stream. It can be a broadcaster critiquing relevant clips from another film or maybe newsreel footage that clearly adds much to a historical video. There can be an extensive number of reasons for […]

12 OTT Trends to Watch for in Over-The-Top Streaming in 2024

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Over-the-top (OTT) streaming has become a dominant force in the entertainment industry, shaping how people consume media around the world. As we move into 2024, The future of OTT streaming sees a significant shift with the appearance of new technology, innovative advertising strategies, business models, and viewer preferences. All these will influence the way content […]