Tag: media technology

Netflix’s acquisition of Ben Affleck’s AI filmmaking startup InterPositive could reach $600 million, signaling that the company sees AI as core production infrastructure. The deal shows Netflix is investing in proprietary tools that could streamline filmmaking workflows and create long-term…

Myths in Streaming argues that the industry’s rush to scale during the growth-at-all-costs era created a structural weakness called metadata debt. As margins tighten, fragmented and vendor-defined metadata now creates operational inefficiencies, limits ad revenue potential, increases compliance risk, and…

Netflix has acquired InterPositive, the AI filmmaking startup founded by Ben Affleck, bringing its 16-person team and production-focused technology in-house while installing Affleck as a senior advisor. The move signals Netflix’s shift toward owning production infrastructure, giving the company proprietary…

Basics of Streaming breaks down how streaming hardware devices function as specialized computers, managing everything from video decoding to app execution and security. These devices deliver consistent performance across TVs, support advanced formats such as 4K HDR, and provide platforms…

AI transformation in media isn't flashy generative content, but generative questions that collapse the gap between intent and insight. By enabling anyone to ask natural-language queries and receive trustworthy answers, AI shifts power away from gatekeepers and towards decision-makers.

Kirby outlines four critical AI battlegrounds for 2026, shifting the conversation from hype to control. As AI transforms content creation and discovery, the companies that win will be the ones that control what's official, own the interface, and make smart…

Deltatre has announced its acquisition of Endeavor Streaming, expanding its position as a fully-integrated OTT and digital platform provider. This move continues an industry-wide shift toward bundling tech infrastructure, UX, and services into unified stacks as the streaming market matures.…

Dimension Studio has launched an end-to-end AI-powered production pipeline, moving beyond experimental generative AI into full-scale operational use. Developed by its R&D division, the pipeline streamlines every phase of production — from ideation to delivery — enabling smaller teams to…

Harmonic has upgraded its VOS and XOS platforms with new origin capabilities to improve cost efficiency and flexibility for broadcasters. The hybrid cloud approach reduces storage costs by balancing on-premises and cloud assets, while integrating origin functionality into XOS streamlines…

From the Archives chronicles Brightcove’s two-decade evolution as a trailblazer in cloud video technology, driving innovation and shaping the online video industry. Founded in 2004, Brightcove introduced groundbreaking products like Video Cloud, forged key media partnerships, and executed strategic acquisitions…