Streaming stories

Rad secures major funding to revolutionise video streaming with blockchain
2 days ago
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Rad, a key player in Web 3 video streaming, receives significant funding led by Ayre Ventures, and plans to integrate blockchain into its platform.

CommScope unveils revolutionary RUCKUS Wi-Fi 7 R770 access point
Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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gaming
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network management
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wireless networks
CommScope's RUCKUS R770 is transforming network performance with lightning-fast and simple accessibility, setting the standards for network connectivity higher.

New $45 unlimited mobile data plan with perks from MyRepublic
Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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nz
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commerce commission
MyRepublic has launched a new mobile data plan, MyRepublic Plus, offering unlimited data capped at 40 Mbps for $45 per month.

Discovery partners with Google NZ to showcase Newshub content
Wed, 4th Oct 2023
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youtube
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android
Warner Bros Discovery ANZ and Google have partnered to feature Newshub content on Google News Showcase, broadening its reach significantly.

CyFox identifies critical hijacking vulnerability in popular streaming software
Thu, 3rd Aug 2023
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streaming
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attack
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security vulnerabilities
Critical hijacking vulnerability in Stremio 4.4 puts 5 million users at risk; remote code execution and information theft possible.

eSports and games streaming market to be US$8 billion by 2033: FMI
Thu, 15th Jun 2023
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gaming
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5g
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market
The global eSports and games streaming market is expected to grow by US$8 billion from 2023 to 2033, accelerating at a CAGR of 11.9%, according to FMI.

Bluesound launches streamer to commemorate 10 year anniversary
Fri, 12th May 2023
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streaming
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quality
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home audio
Bluesound launches special edition NODE X streamer with advanced components for exceptional audio performance. Available for AU$1,299.

Demand for original video content on the up, software market follows suit
Thu, 11th May 2023
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video
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analyst report
The video streaming software market is anticipated to progress at an impressive CAGR of 10.2% to reach US$12.87 billion by the end of 2030, according to FMI.

Freeview refocuses with new and refreshed brand identity
Thu, 20th Apr 2023
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tv
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radio
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streaming
Freeview is going to begin rolling out its new brand identity in the coming weeks, which reflects the company’s refocus on how it delivers TV and radio.

Streaming video gets a boost with Akamai's new cloud computing capabilities
Tue, 18th Apr 2023
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cloud services
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video
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streaming
The capabilities are designed to help OTT operators deliver higher quality and more personalised video experiences to viewers, the company states.

AMD gears up to power new era of interactive media
Tue, 11th Apr 2023
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video
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streaming
AMD has launched a 5nm ASIC-based media accelerator card, enabling high-density, low-latency, interactive media services.

Why usage-based pricing may be the antidote to subscription fatigue
Tue, 14th Mar 2023
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streaming
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subscriptions
Subscription-based businesses, many of which boomed at the height of the pandemic, have since experienced the 'Great Unsubscribe'.

Spark delivers $837 million half-year profit following tower sale
Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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Spark has reported a $837 million profit for the six months to the end of December, thanks to the sale of a majority stake in its cellphone towers.

Tencent Cloud aids Pakistan’s top live-streaming portal ARY
Fri, 6th Jan 2023
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multimedia technology
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av
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streaming
Tencent Cloud Media Services will enable ARY ZAP to deliver its users a high-quality and low-latency streaming experience.

Freeview offering TV, radio through free streaming app
Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
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tv
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radio
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streaming
Freeview has introduced a new Streaming TV app to allow viewers to stream their favourite television and radio channels for free.

Staying secure this holidays with PureVPN
Wed, 21st Dec 2022
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privacy
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streaming
Protect your online activities with PureVPN. Browse, stream, download, and upload securely from anywhere in the world. Exclusive holiday deal available.

Spark to exit Spark Sport in the second half of 2023
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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streaming
Spark Sport announces that TVNZ will be the home of the majority of its content starting from July 2023. New Zealand Cricket has already agreed to the deal.

Economic disruption remains largest threat to business
Fri, 4th Nov 2022
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streaming
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disruption
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supply chain & logistics
CFOs expect the impending recession, supply chain constraints and inflation to continue into 2023 and are feeling the impact across their organisations.

87% of Aussies subscribe to a streaming or subscription platform
Fri, 4th Nov 2022
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streaming
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subscriptions
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capterra
Almost 90% of Australians subscribe to at least one product or service, with over half only subscribing to streaming platforms, says Capterra study.

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum Stream microphone
Wed, 21st Sep 2022
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video
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gaming
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digital music
A few months ago JBL launched the JBL Quantum Stream, a Dual pattern premium USB microphone for gamers, streamers and podcasters.

D-Link launches new EAGLE PRO AI M32 range for better network solutions
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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video
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
D-Link has launched its new EAGLE PRO AI M32 range, with the company saying that it is the newest and fastest of the Wi-Fi 6 AI Mesh Systems.

Adobe adds innovations and capabilities to Analytics offering
Thu, 16th Jun 2022
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bi
Adobe announces new services in Adobe Analytics, including support for the metaverse and streaming media, as global brands adopt the platform.

Most NZ broadband can deliver four HD Netflix streams at the same time
Mon, 13th Jun 2022
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video
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broadband
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digital entertainment
99% of top broadband plans in New Zealand can handle four simultaneous high-definition Netflix streams, says Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme report.

Are Kiwis winning or losing when it comes to gaming security?
Wed, 27th Apr 2022
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video
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gaming
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phishing
The rise of online gaming in New Zealand comes with significant risks, as cyber attacks target players, especially the younger ones.