We all know that the Internet is a wild west when it comes to the number of standards out there, while the broadcast industry has kept things a bit more controlled. Because of this, TV services have a 100% SLA, while streaming services usually have around 99% (or less) –
As the media world moves toward digital convergence, DVB-I (Digital Video Broadcasting – Internet) is emerging as a powerful technology that blends traditional broadcast TV with internet-based streaming services. By managing both linear TV and on-demand content over IP and broadcast networks, DVB-I creates fresh possibilities for OTT players, broadcasters,
One of my biggest doubts regarding DVB-I has been around the question of how and by whom the central service registry would be managed. Who would act as the reliable record keeper? How would the costs be divided among stakeholders? Who would decide which services are included in the registry?
