Tag: streaming technology

The Desk looks at how Philo boosted conversions and cut fraud by partnering with Stripe and accepting alternative payments like Cash App. The move helped the budget-friendly streamer better serve underbanked users and handle major spikes in demand—especially during Yellowstone…

Netflix is testing an OpenAI-powered AI search tool on iOS devices in Australia and New Zealand, allowing users to find content using natural language and mood-based prompts. The tool is opt-in and builds on Netflix’s existing recommendation systems, aiming to…

AV1 is backed by major tech companies for its superior video compression and royalty-free model, yet broad adoption remains limited due to hardware requirements, encoding complexity, and potential IP royalty disputes. Many streamers like Netflix and YouTube use AV1 extensively,…

Simply.TV has acquired Red Bee Media’s Content Discovery Business and secured a majority growth investment from Summit Partners. The acquisition strengthens Simply.TV’s U.S. market position and global footprint, while the funding marks its first institutional capital to support its expanding…

Accedo’s new report, released exclusively via The Streaming Wars, breaks down how AI is actually being used inside streaming companies—not just theorized about in boardrooms. Key findings from 25 execs across 18 video services show that while AI is reshaping…

Netflix is now streaming HDR10+ content on AV1-enabled devices, improving picture quality for members on certified HDR10+ displays. By combining dynamic metadata with the efficient AV1 codec, Netflix enhances visual fidelity while expanding device compatibility and reducing bandwidth use.

Amazon Prime Video is testing AI-generated dubbing for select movies and series to cut costs and improve accessibility, using a hybrid approach that combines AI and human localization experts. However, viewers have widely criticized the robotic and unnatural-sounding voices, with…

Parler Cloud Technologies has completed its acquisition of Edgio’s content delivery network (CDN) business, EdgeCast, following a bankruptcy auction. The deal expands Parler’s data centers from five to 25 across seven countries and integrates EdgeCast into its Triton DataCenter for…

Kirby examines AI’s growing influence in Hollywood, from content production to personalized TV experiences, as highlighted by a Hub Entertainment Research survey and CES 2025 innovations. While AI enhances efficiency and discovery, concerns remain over job displacement and its role…

Netflix’s NFL Christmas games are a major test of its live sports strategy, putting its streaming tech and reputation on the line. With past glitches still fresh in viewers’ minds, Netflix needs to nail this broadcast to win over fans,…