One of the most engaging ways for any business or company to reach its target audience is with live streaming. With professional live streaming software or platform, companies can produce a high-quality live event and increase viewership and brand recognition. Increasing live stream engagement needs more than a rough plan—it requires strategy. With the right […]
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In 2026, video is a default way people learn, buy, and communicate online. Multiple industry roundups report that over 90% of internet users watch online video weekly, which matches what most broadcasters see in practice: if your stream doesn’t start fast and play smoothly, viewers leave. That’s where streaming protocols matter. A streaming protocol (sometimes […]
Choosing a secure video platform is essential for protecting your content. Secure video sharing ensures that only authorized viewers can access your videos, aiding your privacy and sensitive or proprietary information. Password-protected video hosting is a great way to add an extra layer of security, giving you control over who sees your content. Furthermore, using […]
In 2026, sports streaming isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s where audiences increasingly choose to watch, especially as rights get fragmented across apps and bundles. Recent surveys show streaming is now a mainstream way fans watch live games in the U.S., and many fans report frustration with how expensive and complicated it’s become to follow their teams across […]
Live streaming is more accessible than ever—but “easy to go live” isn’t the same as “good to watch.” The difference usually comes down to encoder settings: codec, bitrate ladder, GOP/keyframes, audio, and how you ingest the stream into your online video platform (OVP). This guide updates the classic HLS settings checklist for 2026 workflows, including […]