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Video on Demand (VOD) Multi-Bitrate Encoding on Dacast

In this article, we will show you how to create multiple renditions for your on-demand videos on Dacast via multi-bitrate encoding for multi bitrate streaming. By default, all videos uploaded to Dacast will be encoded using our “Standard” recipe.  This recipe includes the following renditions: High Definition (HD) Standard Definition (SD) Ultra-Low Definition (ULD) You […]

Walkthrough: Video On Demand (VOD) with Dacast (Legacy App)

  This post covers how to do VOD streaming over Dacast, including secure video upload with FTP and content management and publishing via your account. 1. Get Started with VOD Streaming Creating video on demand content over Dacast requires uploading media files to our network of servers. To do this, sign into your account and […]

What is Advanced Video On Demand (VOD) Hosting?

A What is Advanced Video On Demand (VOD) Hosting?   In March 2019, Dacast acquired vzaar, a professional video hosting platform based in London, England. Recently, Dacast released a unified video platform which includes live and on demand streaming, making advanced video hosting a standard feature. We are in the process of a full migration, […]

The 14 Best Video Streaming Platforms in 2024

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Video streaming platforms have become game-changers in the industry, especially in the past few years. They provide professional broadcasters with the tools to reach a large audience worldwide and keep revenues going during these tough times. They also allow people to enjoy video-streamed content from the comfort of their homes. Let’s look at why more […]

OTT Video Monetization: The Ultimate Guide for Professional Broadcasters [2024 Update]

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OTT (over-the-top) video is one of the greatest trends in content creation and delivery today. Traditional media is dying. With that, ever-increasing numbers of people are ditching their cable subscriptions and moving to streaming online content using OTT platforms. The numbers show that 24.6 million U.S. households have cut their TV cord. So, it is […]