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CEA-608 vs. CEA-708: How to Add Closed Captions to a Live Stream [2025 Update]

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There are roughly 466 million deaf or hard-of-hearing people in the world today. These people often require closed captions to understand what is taking place in videos.  In many places, accommodating these viewers with captions is a legal requirement. However, many brands are becoming more inclusive and courteous by making their content accessible to a […]

The Definitive Guide to FAST Channels: A Cost-Effective Way to Grow Your OTT Presence

The Definitive Guide to FAST Channels A Cost-Effective Way to Grow Your OTT Presence Image

Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) is the fastest-growing segment in the OTT landscape, and its momentum shows no signs of slowing. As of May 2024, the number of linear channels available through major FAST channel platforms had surged to 1,943. This is a clear indicator of their increasing popularity among viewers and advertisers alike. With […]

20 Best OTT Solution Providers for Live Streaming in 2025

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Did you know that nearly half of the homes in the United States have multiple subscriptions to over-the-top (OTT) streaming services? Many customers aren’t able to find all their interests in one OTT solution provider, which is why they subscribe to many. With the OTT trends moving in favor of streaming services, it is wise […]

How to Live Stream on Kick with OBS including the Best Settings for OBS

How to Live Stream on Kick with OBS including the Best Settings for OBS Image

Want to kickstart your career as a live streamer? Then Kick is the platform to stream on.  Kick has accumulated 2.09 billion hours of watch time in just its second year of existence. This live streaming platform is quickly becoming the go-to destination for creators who want to get higher payouts for their content and […]

RTMP vs. HLS vs. WebRTC: Comparing the Best Protocols for Live Streaming

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Live streaming technology has made leaps and bounds in the past few years. Thanks to these developments, it’s possible for broadcasters with little to no technical knowledge to produce high-quality streams. One of the most important types of technology that works behind the scenes to deliver video files in real-time are streaming protocols. While there […]