DELIVERING MAJOR STORIES IN MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY
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IBC 11-14 September 2026 Amsterdam, Netherlands INDUSTRY EVENTS
ppear recently demonstrated that full multicamera live production can be delivered REMI hits the racecourse A reliably over bonded 5G cellular and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity without relying on fixed infrastructure in a recent proof-of- concept project with Thoroughbred Racing Productions (TRP). The project between the two companies successfully validated a complete REMI production workflow, transporting four live HD camera
feeds from a remote racecourse to TRP’s production facility while simultaneously returning two HD programme feeds back to the venue over the same bonded network. “The success of these trials has given us confidence that multi-camera REMI production over bonded cellular and satellite connectivity is a practical option,” said Charles Cole, engineering and technical operations manager, Thoroughbred Racing Productions.
MIPCOM 12-15 October 2026 Cannes, France SPORTEL MONACO 19-21 October 2026 NAB NEW YORK 21-22 October 2026 BROADCAST INDIA 22-24 October 2026 Mumbai
LIVE WORKFLOWS
ixi and Comcast Technology Solutions have announced a new integration designed to help linear broadcasters transition from C-band satellite to IP-based content distribution. The solution combines Comcast Media360’s managed video services with the Zixi Software Platform to provide reliable, rights-compliant distribution across broadcast and streaming workflows. The integrated platforms support SCTE-224 rights management, SCTE-35 signalling, blackout enforcement and schedule- driven source switching. The companies say the approach gives programmers and distributors a managed migration path away from satellite infrastructure while preserving operational control and compliance. The solution also aims to simplify affiliate distribution, improve workflow efficiency and create new monetisation opportunities. Zixi and Comcast take on linear transitions Z
FAST CHANNELS
akuten TV has expanded its partnership with Mattel to launch two new The channels provide free ad- supported streaming centred on popular family brands. Rakuten TV said the partnership reflects growing demand for premium, audience-focused FAST content across European markets. Mattel broadens its reach R FAST channels across Europe. Barbie & Friends, featuring Barbie , Monster High , Enchantimals and Polly Pocket , is available in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Portugal and the Netherlands, while the Pingu channel has launched in Portugal, France, Spain, Italy and Germany.
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