20 years of Culcha Candela! The band celebrated this anniversary in March 2023 with an extensive tour of Germany. During the shows, Sennheiser EW-DX wireless systems not only help to provide powerful sound, they ensure the witty song lyrics are clearly understood and give the multi-cultural Berlin band exceptional freedom of movement on stage for their high-energy, full-throttle performances. 

With five million subscribers, Sky Italia is one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies and the largest pay TV provider in Italy. One of the biggest draws to the service is “X-Factor,” the award-winning TV music competition. A key part of the show is that the home viewing audience votes for their favorite performers, with the results tabulated and shared during live broadcasts. Given that viewer interactivity is the foundation of the experience, the technology driving the voting platform is mission-critical. 

Based in Cardiff’s landmark Wales Millennium Centre, Welsh National Opera (WNO) is one of the most prolific operatic ensembles in the UK, with a national and international touring schedule that consists of an average of 120 performances per year. In need of a new in-house communication system, WNO recently invested in a full Riedel Bolero digital wireless intercom system, specified by Autograph Sound.

Genelec – a global leader in professional loudspeaker systems – is delighted to have been chosen as Finland’s Brand of the Year. Organised by Finland’s Chamber of Commerce, the annual competition is focused on fostering Finnish brand expertise and long-term brand development work, with the results being announced during the recent Great Brand Day at Helsinki’s Music Centre.

Several years in the making, Harmony of The Worlds, composed by Satya Hinduja, began as a visionary notion of spatialising and immersing sound all around an audience. What started with an Orchestra of eight and just four singers, quickly tripled and grew again, artistically combining the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, a choir, and hundreds of pre-recorded sounds to totally immerse its audience in 360 degrees of musical wellness. The DiGiCo Quantum 7 was the only digital mixing console on the market with the flexibility and technical capabilities to handle such a project, and controlled by Sound Engineer, Mark Rogers, it delivered flawlessly.  

The final decision on the controversial game moments is the responsibility of the main match referee. Therefore, when Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology comes into play, it must provide the referee the ability to re-watch the video footage of the controversial moment with his own eyes, from various cameras and both at normal speed and in slow motion. Thus, the final referee decision is based on the results of such a review. 

Leading Japanese broadcaster Asahi Television Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has upgraded its ‘202’ outside broadcast truck to create a 5.1.4 immersive environment. The upgrade relied on a combination of Genelec’s 'The Ones’ three-way coaxial monitors and GLM calibration software, and has provided ABC with a futureproof OB solution for the next generation of broadcast standards.

Singapore’s largest content creator and national media network, Mediacorp, has once again chosen various TVU solutions to broadcast the 2023 Southeast Asian Games across its suite of TV channels, radio stations and digital platforms. The 32nd Southeast Asian Games kicked off in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, on May 5, 2023, which attracted more than 7,000 athletes from 11 countries within the region to compete for 5,151 medals in 37 competitive events. Mediacorp’s coverage of the 32nd SEA Games follows its recent multi-platform offerings of major sporting events as part of its commitment to rally audiences behind Team Singapore. 

As live event producers work to deliver an increasing amount of esports content, AJA Video Systems is helping them meet demand. Taipei-based Carry Live, a planner and producer of esports tournaments and content, recently extended its esports production workflow with AJA BRIDGE NDI 3G. Using the high-density gateway device for 3G-SDI/NDI conversion, its team can now deliver more SDI and NDI sources -- not for only tournaments and games, but to capture the strategy, reactions, and personalities of the pros competing.

Riedel Networks, a Riedel Group company, was appointed connectivity partner of Dyn Media, the new streaming platform for sports beyond soccer, in December 2022. From summer 2023, the international network provider Riedel Networks will provide connectivity services for national leagues and cup competitions such as the LIQUI MOLY Handball Bundesliga and the DHB Cup (handball) as well as the easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga and the BBL Cup (basketball).

Edgio, Inc. (Nasdaq: EGIO), a platform for speed, security and simplicity at the edge, today announced a partnership with Vermantia, a global provider of omni-channel content solutions for gaming, and betting operators worldwide. The collaboration will support Vermantia’s custom-built, end-to-end streaming solutions for live racing, sports events, virtual sports, and number games.

The new streaming platform Dyn is being supported by Qvest with project management and technical consulting prior to go-live. In close exchange, Dyn, Qvest and the other technical service providers ensure a flawless setup of the content processes from live recording at the sports venues to distribution. Starting at the end of August 2023, the sports channel Dyn will be offering among other highlights exclusive live broadcasts of top German and European competitions in handball, basketball, volleyball, table tennis and field hockey.

Vinten, a leading provider of robotic camera support systems and a Videndum brand, has provided advanced robotics solutions to Spanish regional broadcaster, Aragón TV, in the recent upgrade of its studio facilities in Zaragoza. Recognising the importance of incorporating the latest broadcasting technology into their production workflows, Aragón TV engaged Madrid-based Moncada y Lorenzo to commission new robotic camera systems and teleprompters.

Genelec has elevated its customer experience and strengthened its commitment to sustainability by introducing a 5 year warranty on its designs. By registering their models on the Genelec website, the new warranty program allows Genelec customers worldwide to extend their standard 2 year warranty by an extra 3 years, covering both parts and labour. 

"Transforming Media. Changing Perceptions." is the theme of this year's IBC media and entertainment show in Amsterdam. From September 15-18, it's all about the very latest trends and innovations, as well as the future of the broadcast industry. The German KVM manufacturer Guntermann & Drunck GmbH is looking forward to the event and will present innovative solutions for the interaction of broadcast and IT.