Blackbird plc, the technology licensor, developer and seller of the cloud native video editing platform, Blackbird, today named Sumit Rai as chief product officer. he will join the company in June from VEGAS Creative Software where he holds the same role. Rai has more than 23 years leadership experience in the video and film industry. […]
High-performance media storage specialist Elements is set to transform media workflows with a new cloud and hybrid solution. The software platform runs on your preferred cloud service, as well as providing integration for all the popular editing applications. “Obviously using the cloud reduces the cost of complex hardware on your premises,” said André Kamps, CEO […]
Tellyo has released the latest version of Tellyo Pro, a cloud solution for video editing, clipping and streaming: V2.30.0. This latest release sees the introduction of Watch Folders that help users monitor and import video content from a variety of different sources. The company says: “Twitch integration will help make life a little easier for our customers working […]

Executives from WarnerMedia, Graham Media Group, Dalet and Perspective Media Group told a TVNewsCheck webinar last week that the proliferation of direct-to-consumer services and remote/distributed production shifts put the industry’s cloud migration as next year’s biggest trend.
Vizrt, producer of software-defined visual storytelling tools, has released Viz Mosart 5, part of Vizrt’s automation solution. The latest release offers users the option to automate recorded content, as well as live, effectively removing the need for additional editing in post-production, the company says. Niels Borg, senior product manager for Viz Mosart at Vizrt, said: […]
ATG Danmon has completed a large-scale upgrade to the news production and editing facilities at the London headquarters of Alaraby Television. Based in Park Royal, London, Alaraby broadcasts via satellite to viewers throughout the Middle East, North Africa and Europe, as well as globally via cable and online. “News and documentary programs form a core […]
TVU Networks, a provider of cloud and IP-based live video solutions, is partnering with Blackbird plc, developer and seller of the Blackbird cloud-native video editing and publishing platform, to add access to Blackbird’s real-time editing tools into the TVU Producer cloud-based live production platform. “Improved access to content for editors reinforces TVU’s commitment to making its cloud-based solutions as […]

With adoption pushed by the pandemic, cloud editing tools have expanded to cover light-weight, heavy-weight and hybrid workflows as vendors continue to minimize latency problems. Above, Avid’s Edit On Demand provides a fully provisioned and secure virtual editing environment, complete with Media Composer cloud editing and Avid NEXIS cloud storage, that can be deployed and scaled quickly.
Arvato Systems announced the immediate availability of VidiEditor, a browser-based desktop editor that belongs to the company’s Vidispine brand. VidiEditor offers a cloud-based solution to the increasing demand for remote editing workflows. VidiEditor is a fully-featured, browser-based desktop editor aimed at enabling remote editing workflows, as well as enhancing journalistic editing and content preparation. Offered […]
Blackbird plc, the developer and seller of the cloud native video editing platform, Blackbird, says that Blackbird is being used by 18 more U.S. TV stations for digital news production following TownNews’ latest deployment. This is the fifth expansion of Blackbird by TownNews since the partnership began in 2018. Sixty-nine U.S. TV stations now use Blackbird remotely […]
Object Matrix, a provider of object storage solutions to the media industry, has partnered with Blackbird plc, developer and seller of the cloud video editing platform Blackbird. The partnership includes the integration of Object Matrix’s MatrixStore, the on-prem and cloud storage platform, with Blackbird, the world’s fastest, most powerful professional cloud video editing and publishing platform. […]
EditShare, a technology provider that specializes in collaboration, security, and intelligent storage solutions for media creation and management, introduced its Flow Panel for DaVinci Resolve Studio, connecting thousands of users into the wider media ecosystem. Designed to simplify storytelling, Flow manages media assets and workflows across on-premise and cloud-based tiered storage environments. The integrated Flow […]
Blackbird plc, developer and seller of the cloud video editing platform, Blackbird, and MOOV, a sports and events graphics company, have partnered to enrich fast turnaround sports video content with an integrated solution that streamlines cloud video workflows. Blackbird’s cloud video clipping, editing and distribution platform provides rapid access to video for the creation of clips […]
Blackbird, developer and seller of cloud video editing platform, Blackbird, has been chosen by Sky News Arabia for remote and collaborative cloud video editing and publishing of digital news content. Sky News Arabia is a 24-hour Arabic news channel broadcast across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). With a free-to-air TV channel, digital and audio […]
Cinegy today announced TurboCut, a new Adobe CC plug-in that the company says “significantly accelerates the editing of H.264/HEVC by utilizing the NVIDIA GPU’s hardware decoder.” This announcement coincides with Adobe releasing version 14.2 of Adobe Premiere with several new features added, but still missing NVIDIA hardware accelerated editing and using the NVIDIA GPU for […]

Coronavirus-necessitated remote workflows have spun up quickly and reliably to allow TV stations to keep broadcasting during the pandemic. There’s reason to believe they’ll stick around after the crisis subsides. Above: Avid Edit On Demand provides a full virtual production environment in the cloud, including Media Composer software and Avid NEXIS storage. (Source: Avid)
Dalet, a provider of solutions and services for broadcasters and content professionals, has released the new version of its Dalet Xtend module, enabling remote proxy editing capabilities within Adobe Premiere Pro, an industry leader in video editing. Responding to feedback from Dalet customers, Dalet Xtend for Adobe Premiere Pro remote proxy editing capability now facilitates collaboration […]
EditShare, which specializes in collaboration, security and intelligent storage solutions for media creation and management, is making collaborative cloud-based media production possible with its virtualized video editing and storage platform — EFSv. Initially running on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure, the open EFSv platform supports industry-standard third-party creative tools for editing, audio mixing, and grading […]
Zixi, a provider of live broadcast-quality video over any-IP, and architect of the Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP), today announced a partnership and integration with Blackbird, which offers a professional cloud video editing and publishing platform that provides rapid access to video content for the easy creation of clips and highlights to multiple devices and platforms. […]

The coronavirus pandemic has amped up the transition to cloud-based workflows as broadcasters have employed as many remote operations as possible. The next frontier: an acceleration of live production applications in the cloud. Above, an Amazon Web Services Outpost cloud server.
Cloud video production, editing and distribution platform Grabyo today announced a global partnership with Reuters that enables news organizations, broadcasters and publishers to remotely edit and publish live video from Reuters Connect in real-time. With the increased reliance on remote working, Reuters customers already have the ability to access live video feeds from anywhere in […]
Blackbird plc, developer and seller of the cloud video editing platform, Blackbird, today launched its virtual pre-NAB 2020 focused on enabling live or file-based remote video editing for enterprises. Enterprises responding to the global threat of coronavirus that need to enable remote or home editing for all or part of their content creation teams are […]
Avid today announced that Media Composer will deliver native support for Apple’s ProRes RAW camera codec and support for ProRes playback and encoding on Windows. In addition, Apple will provide 64-bit decoders for DNxHR and DNxHD codecs within the Pro Video Formats package that is available from Apple as a free download for all users. These integrations […]
Grass Valley’s all-in-one media production platform, GV Stratus, has been selected to deliver end-to-end newsroom capability by three major Latin American broadcasters: TV Bahia, TV Integração and TV Pajuçara. Having extensively used Grass Valley products and solutions for over 10 years, TV Bahia, an affiliate of major television network Rede Globo, chose to upgrade its newsroom environment with GV Stratus […]
Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, today launched the newest version of EDIUS, its nonlinear editing software. With consumer demand for more content on a greater number of devices, broadcasters are under increased pressure to reach ever-widening audiences on tighter budgets. The latest update includes: Updated ProRes support: EDIUS now supports ProRes export from timeline, together with support for […]
Arvato Systems will launch VPMS MediaEditor, a new browser-based nonlinear editing (NLE) solution, at booth SU10106 at NAB 2019. First seen as a technology preview at IBC 2018, MediaEditor is a fully featured, browser-based desktop editor aimed at journalistic editing and content preparation workflows. MediaEditor projects can be easily exported and published in various formats, […]
ChyronHego today issued a new release of Coach Capture, the latest addition to the company’s coaching product suite. With the upgrade, Coach Capture includes many new features and enhancements geared toward making the tool even easier to use and more versatile than ever for sports video analysts and coaches. Introduced earlier this year at the […]
Digital Nirvana | Hall 14, Stand D05 | https://digital-nirvana.com/ Digital Nirvana, a global provider of media solutions and services, will showcase its new Metadator application. First introduced at the NAB Show in April, IBC marks the international debut of Metadator, a software application that makes the editing process more efficient for broadcasters and content creators. […]
On The NAB Exhibit Floor: Arvato Systems & Vidispine
Arvato Systems & Vidispine | Booth SU6714| https://it.arvato.com Arvato Systems and Vidispine AB will, for the first time, jointly present their video editing solutions at their NAB booth. Vidispine has been part of the Arvato Systems Group since Nov. 1, 2017. A special highlight this year will be the launch of the on-demand SaaS version […]
On The NAB Exhibit Floor: Cinegy
Cinegy | Booth SL12116 | https://home.cinegy.com/ Cinegy develops software solutions for collaborative workflow encompassing IP, capture, editing, and playout services tools, integrated into an active archive for full digital asset management. At NAB 2018, Cinegy will introduce Cinegy Air PRO 12 broadcast automation and real-time, multi-channel video playout software for SD, HD and/or Ultra HD […]
On The NAB Exhibit Floor: Elements
Elements | Booth SL11505 | www.elements.tv Elements provides high-performance hardware and software solutions for the post production and broadcast industry. Elements is showcasing its full set of workflow enhancement tools that are embedded in every Elements appliance, including the globally-embraced Media Library that incorporates many one-of-a-kind features, including an embedded media player. The media player […]
On The NAB Exhibit Floor: Matrox
Matrox | Booth C12634 | www.matrox.com/video Matrox Video is a technology and market leader in 4K, HD, and SD digital video hardware and software for accelerated H.264 encoding, realtime editing, audio/video input/output, streaming, A/V signal conversion, capture/playout servers, channel-in-a-box systems, and CGs. Matrox’s Emmy award-winning technology powers a full range of multi-screen content creation and […]
The list of gear and technologies expected to command broadcasters’ attention and wallets next year includes the transition from SDI to IP infrastructure using clouds; transmitters and other RF gear to handle station migration to new channels; ATSC 3.0; plus a lot of activity involving cameras, bonded cellar, multichannel workflow and virtual sets.
On The NAB New York Exhibit Floor: IPV
IPV | Booth N1159 | www.ipv.com Media management technology specialist IPV will present its latest advanced production management and remote editing tools. The Curator platform arrives at NAB Show New York with increased functionality for editors, following recent high-profile integrations with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, and Avid. From hosted services to SAAS, subscription, […]
Dalet Digital Media systems, a provider of software-based solutions for media organizations, today announced that Euronews has signed a contract for a Dalet news solution to facilitate production and playout of its linear and non-linear products. Operating as one channel that broadcasts in 13 languages, Euronews will use Dalet to meet the needs of the […]
WTXL Deploys New Editing Software For OTT News
From The IBC Exhibit Floor: Primestream
Primestream | Stand 7.D21 | Website: www.primestream.com Primestream’s focus is dynamic media management, offering a seamless end-to-end platform for the digital acquisition of live and file-based content, editing, logging, control room and master control playback, Web publishing, smartphone video contribution and archiving. At IBC 2016, Primestream will demonstrate its Dynamic Media Management solution integrating workflow from […]
BTV, the first private national TV station in Bulgaria and the country’s most watched channel, has chosen Edius Pro 7 from Grass Valley, a Belden Brand, for editing news in the field and at the station. “Breaking news requires speed, and by implementing one of the fastest, most versatile editing systems, we are providing a […]
Grass Valley is launching Edius 8, the latest version of its editing platform designed for production and broadcast news. Version 8 features multiple new capabilities, including refreshed GUI, Canon XF-AVC support, a new workflow clip management tool, accelerated 4K H.264 playback and an aggressive development program to introduce many new creative tools over the coming […]