Category Archives: The video experts blog

Church Christmas Program Ideas for Live Streaming in 2026

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated October 2026. Church Christmas program ideas that work for both in-person and online audiences give churches a way to reach members near and far. By live streaming, churches can expand their reach, making it easier for members, both local and distant, […]

12 Video Streaming Trends to Watch in 2026

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By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated October 2026. Video streaming keeps reshaping how organizations reach their audiences, and 2026 is no exception. From AI-assisted production to protocols built for lower latency and stronger security, the technology behind a professional broadcast looks different than it did even two […]

H.264 Codec (AVC): The Definitive Guide for Streaming

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated October 2026. The H.264 codec, also known as Advanced Video Coding (AVC), remains one of the most widely adopted video compression standards in 2026. It balances image quality and compression efficiency, delivering high-quality video at relatively low bitrates, which makes it […]

How to Set Up Live Streaming on Your Website (2026 Guide)

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated October 2026. Today, live streaming is huge, and it can serve many purposes. Broadcasters and organizations alike can capitalize on its popularity. While some offer paid streaming solutions for events, others stream to establish online communities that build their brand. There are many […]

The Big Platform Switch: Why Teams Move from Vimeo & Brightcove to Dacast

Why Teams Move from Vimeo & Brightcove to Dacast

By Dacast Editorial Team | Reviewed by Jon Whitehead, COO at Dacast | Updated October 2026 The video streaming industry has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Once a niche space for creative communities, it now accounts for a record 49.0% of U.S. TV viewing, according to Nielsen’s July 2026 Gauge. The market continues to […]