January has only just come to an end, but we are already looking ahead to the next IBC, which takes place as usual at the Amsterdam RAI in September. In the meantime, Content Everywhere companies are polishing their crystal balls and making predictions about what might lie ahead for the video and streaming industry during the next 12 months.
Major League Volleyball (MLV) is partnering with LTN to support live video production and distribution for what it describes as its most expansive broadcast schedule to date in 2026.
Operative has unveiled its new AOS Services Platform, a foundational, services-based architecture designed to help media companies monetise across linear, streaming, and emerging platforms.
Anti-piracy and video cybersecurity specialist Friend MTS has announced a partnership with Jasmine International (JAS TV) to safeguard premium live sports across Thailand, Laos and Cambodia.
IP-based video transport and orchestration specialist Zixi has announced the appointment of Heather Mellish as Vice President, Global Sales.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has made a strategic investment in Evergent Technologies, coinciding with a multi-year extension of the companies’ partnership.
Radiant Media Player, an HTML5 video and audio player for live, on-demand, and DVR content, has announced its integration with Cloud DRM, a multi-digital rights management (DRM) solution created by Big Blue Marble.
UK-based broadcaster ITV has selected Yospace to launch an ad measurement and delivery service across its channels on Freely, the joint streaming service from Everyone TV developed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and 5.
As the year draws to a close, it seems an opportune time to ask Content Everywhere companies for their views on the top trends in 2025. As always, key industry players have been keen to respond with comments and views on how the past year shaped up both for them and the wider industry.
Kickstart Day for the IBC Accelerator programme is fast approaching and will once again be taking place at the BBC Radio Theatre, Broadcasting House in London on 25 February 2026.
