Dacast Editorial Team — reviewed by Dacast’s streaming infrastructure specialists. Updated : March 2026 RTMP ingest is the process of sending a live video feed from an encoder to an online
HLS streaming (HTTP Live Streaming) is a video delivery protocol developed by Apple that breaks a stream into small segments and delivers them over standard HTTP using an M3U8 playlist file.
In 2026, the way we gather has permanently changed. Audiences expect flexibility : the ability to attend in person, tune in remotely, or do both, without sacrificing the quality of the
By Jon Whitehead, Chief Operating Officer at Dacast — Updated March 2026. This article reflects the latest features, pricing, and comparisons of church livestreaming platforms, which may change over time. For
Vimeo has long been known as a premium video hosting platform, offering high-quality playback, an ad-free experience, and tools designed for creators and businesses. Over time, it has evolved from a
YouTube remains the world’s largest video platform, but it isn’t always the best option for every creator or organization. Increasingly, creators, businesses, and media teams are looking for YouTube alternatives that
Brightcove was acquired by Bending Spoons in November 2024. As of March 2026, it has been just over a year under their ownership. This guide reflects the latest pricing, features, and
Video now accounts for a large share of global internet traffic, making streaming quality and efficiency more important than ever. In the latest 2024/25 data, video is the largest category of
The video streaming industry has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Once a niche space for creative communities, it now reaches hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide—surpassing 29.7 billion watch hours
