Topic: streaming technology
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Streaming My Off-Road Miata Race with Starlink
The extreme isolation of long-distance desert racing, like the Baja 1000, has historically prevented live video broadcasting due to a lack of conventional communication infrastructure in remote areas. Former racer George Hammel developed proprietary software that efficiently packets video data, e...
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FAST Channels TV & Jay Walker Launch REVIVE: Culture-Driven Streaming
FAST Channels TV and REVIVE Media Group have partnered to launch REVIVE, a new free ad-supported streaming channel focused on authentic, culture-driven human stories. The channel will feature a diverse lineup of original series, documentaries, talk shows, and live events spanning entertainment, f...
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Sarah Bond Reveals Microsoft's Prototype for Next-Gen Xbox
Microsoft is considering diversifying its Xbox hardware beyond traditional consoles, potentially introducing streaming devices or handheld units to offer tiered access for a broader audience. Historical examples like the 3DO Multiplayer show risks in multi-manufacturer models, and a PC-like hardw...
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Amagi Unveils AI-Powered Innovations at LA FAST Conference
Amagi introduced AI-powered innovations at the FAST Conference, including Amagi Intelligence, which uses predictive analytics to enhance operational efficiency, audience reach, and advertising revenue for media companies. The company launched new products like Amagi ON DEMAND for managing on-dema...
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NoireTV Launches Global Streaming Network for Black Diaspora Culture
NoireTV, a new free streaming network dedicated to Black diaspora culture, has launched globally in partnership with FAST Channels TV. Its programming features a diverse lineup including Afrobeats, hip-hop, film, and talk shows to celebrate global Black creativity and storytelling. The network ai...
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ContentGram & FAST Channels TV Launch CG Central for African Stories
CG Central is a new free ad-supported streaming channel launched by ContentGram Studios Africa and FAST Channels TV, dedicated to showcasing vibrant African storytelling to global audiences. The channel features a diverse lineup of original series, including comedies like "Squatterz" and dramas l...
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Amazon Luna's Major Overhaul: Key Changes Revealed
Amazon Luna's major update introduces new social gaming features and expands its game library, enhancing the experience for Prime members at no extra cost. A key addition is GameNight, a multiplayer-focused feature that uses smartphones for gameplay, including classics, party games, and new title...
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Shamroc Peterson: How to Engage Niche Audiences & Monetize Content
Diverseego TV targets Black and Latino travelers by offering curated travel content and helps content creators evolve into business owners, emphasizing community engagement and monetization. The platform supports creators in transitioning from individual influencers to company owners, enabling th...
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Netflix Ends Casting Support for Most TVs
Netflix has deliberately restricted Google Cast support, now limiting it to premium, ad-free subscribers and a narrow set of older hardware. This move aligns with Netflix's broader strategy to curb password sharing and tie viewing to specific devices and accounts within a household. The change ef...
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Street Cars 101 TV Launches on FAST Channels TV
Street Cars 101 Media LLC has launched its automotive programming on FAST Channels TV, expanding into the free ad-supported streaming market to reach a global audience. The partnership emphasizes authentic storytelling and community in car culture, offering free access to shows like Street Cars 1...
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Daniel Djahjah on Building LATAM's Streaming Community at Streaming Media 2025
ABOTTS is a community-driven organization uniting diverse industry players across Latin America to foster collaboration and connect local businesses with global opportunities in the streaming sector. The association is expanding geographically into Argentina and Mexico while deepening engagement ...
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Nvidia's GeForce Now Expands to Linux and Fire TV
Nvidia is expanding GeForce Now's platform support with native apps for Linux (starting with Ubuntu) and Amazon Fire TV devices, making the cloud gaming service more accessible across different hardware and operating systems. The service is enhancing its feature set by adding full flight control ...
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Amazon's AI Now Creates Video Recaps of Hit Shows
Amazon Prime Video is testing a generative AI tool that creates video recaps to help viewers catch up on previous seasons by identifying key plot points and character arcs, combining clips with music and AI narration. The beta feature is currently available on select English-language Prime Origin...
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Rumor: Xbox Cloud Gaming May Get an Ad-Supported Tier
Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service is a key growth area, positioned as a vital way to reach players in markets where high-end hardware is cost-prohibitive. The company is developing a new, ad-supported tier for Xbox Cloud Gaming, designed to let owners of digital Xbox games stream them without...
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Amazon's 'No Console' Xbox Bundle Returns for Black Friday 2025
Amazon's Black Friday 2025 sale features a "No Console Required" Xbox bundle, allowing cloud-based gaming via a Fire TV Stick at nearly half the original price. The bundle includes a red Pulse Cipher Xbox controller, Fire TV Stick 4K, and one-month Game Pass Ultimate subscription for $77.97, repr...
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