Streaming stories

Netflix’s USD $72 billion bid for Warner Bros raises a stark question: is Hollywood’s future in the hands of Silicon Valley’s algorithms?.

Foxtel enhances live 4K sports streaming for over a million viewers with Fastly’s CDN, ensuring stable, high-quality broadcasts across Kayo Sports and Foxtel.

Ericsson, Spiideo, and Westbase.io launch a portable SmartCam with mobile streaming, enabling high-quality sports broadcasts from remote or temporary venues without fixed internet.

Next-gen data centres rely on advanced, modular cooling and proactive operations to manage rising demands and costly outages in digital infrastructure.

TripleLift has expanded its Programmatic Pause Ads to Xumo and Plex widening CTV ad reach with interactive, non-interruptive formats.

Neo4j’s HopperGraph uses AI to analyse 150,000 Reddit posts, mapping fan theories to predict potential outcomes for Stranger Things’ final season.

Logitech's Brio 4K webcam combines sleek design with outstanding image quality, delivering near-cinematic video that enhances every call and stream effortlessly.

RØDE expands its Wireless Micro range with new red, orange, and blue models at USD $99, offering creators vivid colour choices and enhanced mobile features.

From September 2025, Optus will provide faster NBN speeds at no extra cost to eligible customers, alongside simplified plans and new perks including modem offers.

Layercake integrates Ant Media Server into Streamcake, enabling ultra-low latency streaming with sub-0.5 second delay for live and on-demand media workflows.

DE-CIX India integrates Starlink's satellite tech to boost high-speed internet in remote areas, supporting India's Digital India goals and bridging connectivity gaps.

John Abbott College in Quebec boosts teaching flexibility and capacity with Kramer's AV over IP, enabling adaptable, networked classrooms without major construction.

SpinTel launches its Ultra WiFi 5G Modem in Australia, offering plug-and-play setup on Optus' 5G network from AUD $59/month with unlimited data.

Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.

The Sennheiser Profile USB mic combines pro-grade sound and sleek design, offering podcasters and streamers easy setup and clear, warm audio.

RØDE launches NTH-50 on-ear headphones at USD $99, designed for pros with balanced sound, comfort, noise isolation, and modular durability.

VeVe and YG Entertainment will release the final BLACKPINK digital collectibles on 18 May 2025, ahead of the band's reunion world tour.

Australian households face rising internet lag as device numbers soar beyond 20, causing streaming and gaming issues; specialist provider Occom offers relief.

Nexxen unveils nexAI, an AI-powered suite transforming its advertising platform to enhance campaign planning, activation, optimisation, and monetisation.

VeVe and YG Entertainment launch a new BLACKPINK digital collectibles series featuring AR tech, offering fans interactive 3D assets of JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ, and LISA.