Anne Morris

Comcast Technology Solutions (CTS) has launched Comcast MediaExpress, a new video-on-demand management and distribution service for premium content providers.

Video content discovery and personalisation specialist ThinkAnalytics has launched ThinkMediaAI, described as a unified AI platform that encompasses content monetisation, contextual advertising, content curation and content bundling for video service providers.

Service monetisation remains a top priority for streaming platforms in 2025, as they continue to evolve their content and platform strategies. As always, Content Everywhere companies have plenty of insights into how streaming companies are and should be looking to drive revenue, and profitability, in the months to come.

January has only just come to an end, but we are already looking ahead to the next IBC, which takes place as usual at the Amsterdam RAI in September. In the meantime, Content Everywhere companies are polishing their crystal balls and making predictions about what might lie ahead for the video services and streaming industry in the next twelve months.

The call for technical papers is now open for the IBC2025 conference, which takes place at RAI Amsterdam from 12-15 September.

Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) and LTN have announced a partnership that will focus on live video production enhancements and expanded distribution across linear broadcast and streaming services in 2025.

Video streaming specialist Bitmovin said Kicker, a German digital sports publisher, has chosen the Bitmovin Player for Web to boost its video streaming capabilities and drive revenue growth.

TVU Networks announced the appointment of Mike Cronk as vice president of strategy.

Andy Beale, the former chief engineer and head of innovation at BT Sport, has joined media software specialist Ateliere Creative Technologies as business development director EMEA for Ateliere’s live production solutions.

XR Sports Alliance (XRSA) has announced its first cohort of members, including Deutsche Telekom, sports rights owner E1 Series and AR glasses manufacturer XREAL.