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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 […]

OTT Video Monetization: The Ultimate Guide for Professional Broadcasters [2024 Update]

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OTT (over-the-top) video is one of the greatest trends in content creation and delivery today. Traditional media is dying. With that, ever-increasing numbers of people are ditching their cable subscriptions and moving to streaming online content using OTT platforms. The numbers show that 24.6 million U.S. households have cut their TV cord. So, it is […]

Live Streaming Encoding Software and Top Hardware Encoder Alternatives

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Live streaming encoding software plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality live-streaming videos across platforms. Whether you’re live streaming videos for entertainment, business, or education, choosing the right encoder is essential to achieving the best video quality. In a nutshell, encoding software compresses and formats video to make it suitable for streaming, offering an array […]

The 15 Best Wowza Alternatives for Online Video Streaming in 2024

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Online video streaming is a booming industry. This type of media distribution is leveraged by brands to help their viewers feel updated and informed. Live streaming, in particular, is often used to make their audience feel they are part of an event. This increased viewer engagement is valuable to countless businesses, schools, and other professional […]

Understanding Live Streaming Costs: A Detailed Breakdown 

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From social media to education and business to entertainment, video streaming has revolutionized how we connect, learn, and consume content.  As of June 2024, a staggering 3.9 billion users worldwide engage with OTT video content, with projections suggesting this number will reach 4.9 billion by 2029 – a 25.46% increase.  The power of video content […]