Chyron today announced that its focus on sports solutions at IBC2023 will feature innovations across its product line, most notably within PRIME — Chyron's powerhouse software platform supporting CG graphics, video walls, touch screens, venue control, clips, branding, and software-based switching — and within the award-winning Chyron LIVE all-in-one, cloud-native live video production platform. Exhibiting on Stand 7.A45 during IBC2023, Sept. 15-18 in Amsterdam, Chyron will demonstrate fresh functionality and added efficiencies that enable broadcasters and other live content producers to deliver more engaging live sports coverage more quickly than ever. 

DPG Media, leading media group in Belgium, Netherlands’ largest media company with a significant presence in Denmark, has transitioned to the AI-based Intelligent Monitoring Platform from Actus Digital for regulatory compliance recording/monitoring and ad verification after nearly a decade with a competitive system.
 
In addition to compliance recording/monitoring and SCTE-based dynamic ad insertion and verification, DPG Media’s new Actus system includes EPG (Electronic Program Guide) integration, browser-based multiviewer, and loudness monitoring. The sale and implementation were closely supervised by Belgian A/V dealer DigiNet.

Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC), a Nikon company, will unveil a range of broadcast technology innovations at this year’s International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) held at the RAI Convention Center in Amsterdam. The MRMC Broadcast booth, located on Stand 11.C26, will highlight the latest in Virtual Studios and Virtual Teleportation workflows, alongside PTZ enablement solutions, the latest range of Slidekamera by MRMC products as well as Nikon Z series cameras. The Motion Control booth, Stand 12.D20, visitors will see the debut of the highly anticipated Cinebot Mini camera robot, where attendees will get a chance to demo the robot for the first time.

Reliable IT infrastructures are nowadays the basis for operating processes in almost all economic and social sectors. Disruptions to the infrastructure can, at worst, lead to a shutdown of operations and severe economic consequences or dangers to public safety. At the same time, with increasing digitalization and networking, the target area for cyberattacks is growing. In view of these dangers, it is crucial to protect control rooms and IT systems appropriately.

KVM manufacturer G&D now implements an effective security feature to minimize the risk of cyberattacks and to ensure that only authorized users have access: 2-factor authentication (2FA).

Switch Media, a world leader in online content delivery, has announced that Malaysia’s first and largest video streaming network Tonton, owned and operated by media powerhouse Media Prima, is using its MediaHQ online content publishing platform to create Tonton’s integrated, dynamic new OTT service. 

Viral internet sensations Dude Perfect recently wrapped their high octane 24-city Panda-monium Tour with a lighting system designed by 46 Entertainment and provided by Bandit Lites. Former college roommates Tyler “Beard” Toney, Cory and Coby Cotton, Garrett “Purple Hoser” Hilbert, and Cody “Tall Guy” Jones famous for their crazy stunts and trick-shot battles have amassed 59.6 million YouTube subscribers and 11.8 million Instagram followers.

Ikegami, a provider of high-quality professional broadcast equipment, is known worldwide for state-of-the-art television cameras, medical cameras and CCTV equipment. Premium CMOS images, 4K and 8K technology, multi-format flexibility and efficient customer support define the Ikegami experience for users in broadcast, sports venues, mobile production, houses of worship, education, enterprise and many other applications.

ARRI’s most recent SUP 2.0 dramatically improves the time it takes for cforce motors to respond to user inputs, making the lens motors twice as responsive. All cforce mini and cforce plus lens motors in the market are able to benefit from this free software update and the performance increase is not affected by the choice of hand unit. Any ARRI ECS configuration using the Hi-5, ZMU-4, SXU-1, or the legacy WCU-4 can take advantage from the motor’s halved latency and a pronounced enhancement of the 1st AC’s direct connection to the lens axis. Market feedback has already been positive: “Wow, that’s snappy! This feels like a completely new motor,” comments Jim McLean, 1st AC out of the United Kingdom.

Cogent, a leading event production company, crafts exceptional, memorable experiences for its clients through thoughtful production design. Whether working on corporate shows or major association events held by organizations like the National Kidney Foundation, the American Farm Bureau Federation, or the National Association of Independent Schools, its experienced team combines creativity with the latest technology to deliver top-of-the-line audiovisual (AV) services. Cogent Sr. Video Engineer Mark Beazley and his team recently developed an innovative workflow that allows clients to record sessions and panels for live and future consumption. This dedicated workflow features AJA HELO Plus H.264 recording, encoding, and streaming devices at the heart of its design. 

"Transforming Media. Changing Perceptions." is the theme of this year's IBC media and entertainment show in Amsterdam. From September 15-18, it's all about the very latest trends and innovations, as well as the future of the broadcast industry. The German KVM manufacturer Guntermann & Drunck GmbH is looking forward to the event and will present innovative solutions for the interaction of broadcast and IT.

Genelec has elevated its customer experience and strengthened its commitment to sustainability by introducing a 5 year warranty on its designs. By registering their models on the Genelec website, the new warranty program allows Genelec customers worldwide to extend their standard 2 year warranty by an extra 3 years, covering both parts and labour. 

Vinten, a leading provider of robotic camera support systems and a Videndum brand, has provided advanced robotics solutions to Spanish regional broadcaster, Aragón TV, in the recent upgrade of its studio facilities in Zaragoza. Recognising the importance of incorporating the latest broadcasting technology into their production workflows, Aragón TV engaged Madrid-based Moncada y Lorenzo to commission new robotic camera systems and teleprompters.

The new streaming platform Dyn is being supported by Qvest with project management and technical consulting prior to go-live. In close exchange, Dyn, Qvest and the other technical service providers ensure a flawless setup of the content processes from live recording at the sports venues to distribution. Starting at the end of August 2023, the sports channel Dyn will be offering among other highlights exclusive live broadcasts of top German and European competitions in handball, basketball, volleyball, table tennis and field hockey.

Edgio, Inc. (Nasdaq: EGIO), a platform for speed, security and simplicity at the edge, today announced a partnership with Vermantia, a global provider of omni-channel content solutions for gaming, and betting operators worldwide. The collaboration will support Vermantia’s custom-built, end-to-end streaming solutions for live racing, sports events, virtual sports, and number games.

Riedel Networks, a Riedel Group company, was appointed connectivity partner of Dyn Media, the new streaming platform for sports beyond soccer, in December 2022. From summer 2023, the international network provider Riedel Networks will provide connectivity services for national leagues and cup competitions such as the LIQUI MOLY Handball Bundesliga and the DHB Cup (handball) as well as the easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga and the BBL Cup (basketball).