Streaming Media East 2016 Recap

Streaming Media East 2016 was a vibrant event where industry leaders gathered to discuss the rapid growth of live streaming and emerging technologies like Virtual Reality (VR). Notably, NBC Today Show's Mario Armstrong highlighted live streaming's faster growth compared to pre-recorded video and introduced Busker, an app enabling content creators to monetize via viewer tips. Facebook Live's ease of use and vast user base positioned it as a dominant force in social streaming, raising questions about its impact on established platforms like Periscope and the democratization of live streaming. VR was another focal point, with discussions led by Josh Courtney of SkyVR, who pointed out hardware limitations as a significant hurdle to mainstream adoption, although gaming is seen as a promising early application. The Red5 Team, experienced in live video, audio, and data streaming, was actively present, sharing insights and contributing to discussions on future trends and best practices in the industry.

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