The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME...
The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME...
The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME...
The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME...
AI-assisted personalisation and monetisation, optimising CDNs, examining security solutions to safeguard emerging threats in streaming, dynamic broadcasting scalability and streaming flexibility were some of the topics regional CTOs discussed at...
At the recent BroadcastPro ME summit, MENA media chiefs discussed key topics including changes in advertising strategies, the evolving SVOD market, the role of GCC regulators in media, the rise...
After proving itself on the world’s biggest stage, remote production ushers in a new era in global sports broadcasting.
Incorporating advanced technologies into grassroots sports is less about keeping up with trends and more about fostering an environment that benefits athletes, fans and the broader community, says Meghna Krishna.
Paul Mongey, a DoP based between Dubai and the UK, arrived at IBC with a shopping list. With an emphasis on enhancing collaboration for international clients, he explored cutting-edge technologies...
As athletes from around the world lined up at the Olympics, Intel showcased how its advanced AI technology could transform the global fan viewing experience and pave the way for...
With a surge in the uptake of FAST channels, we look at the key factors that help boost viewer engagement and monetisation.
News organisations around the world are grappling with a series of challenges that range from audience engagement and reliability, to the rise of digital and social media platforms and adapting...
Under the ambitious framework of Saudi Vision 2030, Saudi Broadcasting Authority is spearheading a transformative journey to revolutionise its broadcasting infrastructure. From the groundbreaking metamorphosis of Studio A to the...
The broadcast industry is undergoing a massive transformation marked by a shift from traditional television and radio to digital media and online streaming platforms. Amidst the continuous influx of new...
Adapting to over-the-top and IP-based services is no longer optional but essential for broadcasters, if they want to remain relevant in this new age.
Fuelled by new developments in AI, we’ll see an increased ability to tie together disparate technologies.
In 2024, we’ll witness a shift as media businesses adopt advanced AI solutions to not only forecast reasons behind subscriber churn, but also to implement real-time engagement strategies.
How does the broadcast industry navigate unprecedented levels of technological innovation? Has AI affected the way content is created and streamed? Where do IP standards feature in the decision-making process...
A look at the impact of AI technology on TV broadcast, and where it could take the industry.
A cutting-edge digital media hub has emerged in Dubai, designed to meet the demands of a tech-savvy, digitally immersed Arab audience. With a strong focus on providing content optimised for...
Huawei Cloud Unlocks New Growth in the Middle East Media and Entertainment Industry.
Keeping up with the AI chatter in regional media, BroadcastPro ME hosted a webinar delving into the latest and greatest of AI and other trending technologies that have taken the...
With content owners exploring multiple distribution platforms, workflows are becoming increasingly fragmented and difficult to manage. This is where broadcasters will begin to witness the power of cloud-based solutions, says...
Carol Bettencourt explores the advancements in graphics fulfilment and efficient data integration in modern newsrooms.
The delivery of IP broadcast workflows is not always as simple as it appears to be. Nikolaos Katsampekis, Product Owner at Pebble Control, advocates adopting the IS-12 Control Protocol to...
The Future of Sports Broadcasting Summit 2023 brought together a panel that discussed cricket's meteoric rise in the sports industry today, and steps to leverage innovative measures for enhanced commercial...
Over the past couple of years, Arabic content has undergone several stages of evolution, so it's safe to say that the Arab region is ready to emerge as a major player...
Dina Nimer’s progression from editorial researcher to Head of Media Operations at Al Arabiya is a testament to the changing landscape for women in broadcast technology.
Over the last few years, generative AI has gained a lot of attention in the film industry. But now we are ready for the next big leap, with various deep...
The monitoring landscape within broadcast and OTT has been redefined to not just manage compliance and technical monitoring anymore, but to also accommodate post-broadcast requirements in one platform, says Mark...
Are cloud technologies receiving a warmer reception from companies today? Are we seeing greater cloud adoption within various areas of expertise, and how will this improve broadcast operations and workflows...
It is important to design intercom into the audio-over-IP environment and have an intercom option for the mixing console when building the audio system for a facility, says Egor A....
In the last part of this series, Matthew Collu takes us through the final steps to truly ensuring a great virtual production.
Steve Reynolds, President of Imagine Communications, looks into the proverbial crystal ball and shares his predictions for the year.
As broadcasters look beyond the seismic shifts of the past couple of years, continued investment and new types of partnerships will be essential to assuring business continuity, industry CEOs said...
Energised by the return to large-scale in-person events, 2022 was seen by many as the year the media industry came together again to re-engage, reconnect and innovate. Rapidly evolving consumer...
Having gone through a long list of do’s and don’ts over the last few articles in this 12-part series, Matthew Collu puts together some tried and tested techniques to take...
Industry practices and the use of technology are continuously evolving to accommodate new market needs and achieve operational efficiencies within traditional broadcast facilities, which remain the bread and butter of...
Virtual production, when wielded with the right intention and proper understanding of its true might, is an unprecedented advancement in the content creator’s arsenal, says Matthew Collu in part seven...
The global VFX market, including the Middle East, was valued at $26.3bn in 2021 and is set to surpass $48.9bn by 2028. As this market grows, Samer Asfour looks at...
Lighting is to camera what water is to fish: Without one, it’s hard for the other to do its thing, says Matthew Collu.
In the fifth part of this series, Matthew Collu explores how in-camera visual effects can be explored powerfully in a virtual production environment.
‘Gone are the days of linear’ used to be the conversation. With the growth of FAST, will the conversation now be the reinvention of linear? A recent panel hosted by...
IP technology and the move to the cloud remain hot topics for broadcasters and production houses. At the recent BroadcastPro Tech Summit, industry experts explored new opportunities, existing challenges and...
In the fourth part of this series, Matthew Collu looks in-depth at two of the more prominently used types of motion capture in a virtual production environment.
The MENA region is facing a number of threats from illegal satellite distributors and internet piracy in the form of IPTV and social media streaming services. BroadcastPro ME recently brought...
Arab Telemedia Studios has modernised its content workflows and storage system with a raft of new Avid solutions that will enable it to undertake 8K productions seamlessly. BroadcastPro ME brings...
Choosing the right virtual production set-up and configuration is much like choosing the right lenses, framing, feeling or movement of a scene, explains Matthew Collu in the third part of...
In the second part of this series, Matthew Collu takes us through some terms used in media that have entirely different connotations in a virtual production environment.
AI, ML and cloud are key technology drivers for closed captioning, subtitling and audio dubbing captioning, says Manik Gupta.
With remote and hybrid working the new normal, how can broadcasters and media organisations leverage cloud-based solutions to support that transition? Vendors and solution providers have some answers.
TF1 Foundation’s visit was part of a broader trip to Qatar, where students learnt more about the country and its efforts in the Road to Qatar 2022, as well as...
Virtual production is rapidly gaining traction, with three new studio launches announced within the span of a month in the UAE. For the next few months, BroadcastPro ME is partnering...
With the growth and penetration of smart TVs as the main device for converged media consumption, it is possible to eliminate the two-silo security approach and leverage a converged security...
With 5G presenting broadcasters with the opportunity to expand their video services and offer higher-quality video streaming and immersive AV experiences, Alexandre Arnodin examines the wide range of applications that...
AI experts across MENA broadcast gathered to look at the impact of this evolving technology on various aspects of newsgathering, production, contribution and distribution. Nicolas Hans, Partner at Broadcast Solutions...
Every major broadcaster acknowledges that it has to consider disaster recovery. Apart from meeting audience expectations, if a channel is off air, it cannot transmit commercials. Without commercials, it has...
Grass Valley’s positive views on the Middle East market need no introduction; but how ready and willing are regional operators to adopt bluesky technologies? An exclusive, closed-door event gave us...
With the Covid-19 outbreak creating a huge appetite for binge-watching services, entertainment platforms experienced massive traffic, compelling media houses to ramp up their in-house technology services to cope with the...
Cloud-based models are leading the way in unlocking with flexible technology all the principal workflows used in broadcast, allowing customers to prepare for change as the world of TV continues...
