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Calrec Craft Interview with Senior Broadcast Audio A1 Eng...

In this craft interview, Rick Bernier reflects on a career that has taken him to the very top of live broadcast audio. As a Senior Broadcast Audio A1 Engineer and Music Director, he has mixed some of the world's most watched events - from the Winter Games to Football Night in America (FNIA). What is your background and how did you get into br...

Submitted by Kate Ford

Published 18 March 2026

Kiloview Brings End-to-End 4K NDI to the 72nd Macau Grand...

The atmosphere was electric at the historic Guia Circuit as the 72nd Macau Grand Prix roared back to life in November 2025. It followed a successful 71st edition, when Kiloview transformed the event’s traditional baseband AV system into a flexible IP workflow centered around NDI. With multi-protocol support and seamless integration, the system esta...

Submitted by Judy Zuo

Published 14 February 2026

Kiloview Powers the 71st Macau Grand Prix with NDI AV-ove...

The Macau Grand Prix, one of the world’s most prestigious motorsport events, returned in 2024 with a thrilling showcase of Formula 3, GT, and touring car races. This year, the iconic Guia Circuit underwent a transformative AV upgrade, thanks to Kiloview’s state-of-the-art NDI AV-over-IP solution. Collaborating closely with the Macau SAR Government...

Submitted by Judy Zuo

Published 24 September 2025

How the Cloud Is Fundamentally Reshaping Broadcast and St...

In an industry shaped by constant innovation and evolving consumer expectations, the cloud is a business-critical enabler. From broadcasting to streaming, media companies are moving decisively into cloud-first operations, recognizing that cloud-native workflows aren’t just about convenience, they are the foundation for scale, speed, and strategic a...

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Published 22 August 2025

Calrec Craft Interview with Marine Martignac

Can you tell us about your background, and how you started in the industry? I finished my studies in 2016, and I started a sound technician course in operation and an audiovisual engineering course. These two highly complementary courses enriched each other. Engineering allows you to understand the infrastructures used during operation and operat...

Submitted by Kate Ford

Published 13 August 2025

Big moves bold ideas - data innovation takes the spotligh...

From rethinking data protection in the cloud to preserving digital information for centuries, four tech innovators unveiled bold new approaches to some of today’s most urgent enterprise challenges at Technology Live! in Munich. Spanning hybrid data management, SaaS resilience, AI workload orchestration and ultra-durable archiving, the event offered...

Submitted by Fiona Hatton

Published 16 July 2025

Glensound Adds Ravenna and Full Remote Control to Its Mos...

What operational gap does this update address? Commentary teams often need compact, reliable units that can deliver flexible audio routing, network integration, and robust remote control. While Dante has been widely adopted in this space, expanding into Ravenna-based workflows introduces new compatibility and infrastructure demands. Glensound’s la...

Submitted by Simon Tillyer

Published 03 June 2025

Pixel Power Prismon - A Fully Software-Defined Multiviewe...

What specific issue does this solution address? In modern broadcast environments, operators need multiviewer systems that can scale flexibly across on-premise, virtualised, and cloud infrastructures. Traditional multiviewers are often tied to fixed hardware, limiting adaptability and making it difficult to optimise for changing workloads. Pixel Po...

Submitted by Simon Tillyer

Published 28 May 2025

Bridging Cultures and Expanding Global Reach in Media and...

The success of globally appealing shows like Squid Games and its much-anticipated sequel has significantly influenced the localization market. This example shows how content can transcend language barriers, especially if localization is done well. It also highlights the need for solutions that can scale while maintaining quality. The translation an...

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Published 17 January 2025

XL8s Machine Translation Personalization Technology

By Kai Kim Head of Research XL8 In today's globalized world, Machine Translation (MT) has become an indispensable tool, breaking down language barriers across numerous domains. At XL8, we've been at the forefront of this revolution, continuously refining our MT models to meet the exacting standards of our diverse clientele. However, translat...

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Published 06 November 2024

Press Start - Video Game Localization Goes Beyond Transl...

By Eric Carson, EVP Strategic Growth, Vubiquity In an increasingly globalized world, the video game industry stands as a testament to the power of interconnected entertainment. However, reaching a diverse audience requires more than just translating text; it demands a comprehensive localization strategy that considers cultural nuances, gameplay...

Submitted by Jenni

Published 10 June 2024

Prioritizing Localization Earlier in the Media Supply Cha...

The surge of content localization is a prolifically discussed topic, and it’s no secret that localization has become essential for content providers, streaming platforms, and broadcast networks to monetize their content, attract new subscribers and viewers, and ultimately provide more culturally relevant content. What was often a scalable investmen...

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Published 05 October 2023

Cinematographer Matt Ryan pairs ZEISS Supreme Primes and...

LA based cinematographer Matt Ryan’s enthusiasm for finding the most capable technology to support his creative process has enabled him to shoot across genres and formats. As a Director of Photography, Ryan has shot television for such networks as Disney, FOX, Warner Bros, MTV, PBS, and TruTV. Outside of narrative, Ryan has lensed high-profile comm...

Submitted by Kathryn Ferentchak

Published 08 September 2023

A switch in time: how KVM can unlock the future of broadc...

One of the major changes for broadcasters during the pandemic has been the shift towards remote production; by no means a new phenomenon in an IP environment, yet accelerated under lockdown to accommodate travel and gathering restrictions. A 2021 report found that almost 40% of broadcast professionals now employ remote production, up 9% on the prev...

Submitted by Chris Smeeton

Published 10 March 2022

Rohde & Schwarz integration with Adobe Premiere Pro

Now recognised as one of the leading editing platforms for television and video post, Adobe Premiere Pro combines powerful functionality and a familiar user interface whilst remaining a competitive option. Simple integration with other applications in the Adobe Creative Cloud family, including After Effects (motion graphics), Audition (audio post)...

Submitted by Ciaran Doran

Published 24 February 2022