Saturday's IBC Daily covers AI-generated Tilly Norwood facing critics, YouTube's TV surge, LA28's broadcast scale, and education-industry gaps, alongside new immersive VR, AI video, intercom and production switcher technology launches.
AI actor Tilly Norwood faces the critics
Creator Eline van der Velden defended AI-generated performer Tilly Norwood against critics, addressing job displacement fears and the environmental cost of film production..jpg)
TV is YouTube’s fastest growing platform
Marc Heufelder urged broadcasters to embrace collaboration as YouTube's TV viewing surges past one billion hours daily.
LA28 set to rewrite the broadcast rulebook
OBS CEO Yiannis Exarchos outlined plans for unprecedented scale as LA28 targets casual fans worldwide.
Better teamwork needed between education and industry
Education and industry panellists debated how to better align graduate skills with real-world workplace expectations.
Other features cover the phone-centric consumer, the Women’s Super League’s rapid growth, further education, and state of the talent landscape.
IBC Daily: Day 2
IBC drives innovation in remote video production
IBC’s own video team has been innovating for IBC2026, moving from a traditional video capture setup to an integrated remote-first workflow to capture and deliver session content.
Guy-Laurent Epstein: “It is impossible to avoid AI”
At IBC2026, Guy-Laurent Epstein, Executive Director, Marketing, UEFA, explored how he has optimised the organisation’s workflows for live sports to drive growth for UEFA national and club competitions, including the Euros and Champions League.
DTG welcomes MainStreaming as latest member
The Digital TV Group (DTG) has announced MainStreaming as the latest full member, with the agreement officially signed at IBC2026.
IBC reveals best stand award-winners
IBC has named the best stand award winners at the show, with front-runners ranging from huge companies like Microsoft to start-ups bringing in visitors through nostalgic technologies and innovative design.
IBC2026 Live Blog: Day 3 – Everything you need to know
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